The Right Hot Tub Cover For Your Climate

Posted by Dave on April 13, 2012 under Fun | Be the First to Comment

If you have a hot tub in your home, then it is very likely that you will have to buy a new hot tub cover at some point.  Hot tub covers or spa covers can be completely destroyed due to heavy snow fall even within a very short time of purchase. The rigid foam of traditional hot tub covers cannot withstand high weight loads caused by snow or children playing on the spa cover.

The best way to avoid a hot tub cover failing before it should is buy a hot tub cover suited for your climate and home.  Fortunalty there are hot tub cover options which are designed for every condition.

Hot Tub Covers are available in different thicknesses and different foam densities, both determine the strength qualities of the spa cover. Typically, the stronger the foam the better the energy savings.  Originally when hot tub first came to market in the 1970s they all used 2lb foam, but over the years the foam used have been lowered to keep costs down.  Today the best aftermarket hot tub covers are made with 2lb foam for the best strength and heat retention.  Today all hot tub covers which come with the hot tub from the manufacturer of the hot tub are 1lb foam. These spa covers last only about two years.

If you live in a climate that does not have snow then a 2lb foam density hot tub cover with a thickness of 4 inches is the best choice, the heat retention and longevity is the reason.  If you live in a climate which gets snow then a 5” thick hot tub cover with 2 pound density foam is recommended for strength and energy savings. If you live in a climate which has heavy snow fall and you hot tub get buried a few times a year by snow then spa covers which are 6” thick and has 2 pound density foam to keep heat in and the snow out.

If you stick to this basic guideline when replacing your hot tub cover you will be much better off in the long run and your hot tub will be much happier and healthier for it.

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