How to Buy Hot Tub Covers

Hot tub covers are extremely important for the safety, longevity, and maintenance of your hot tub or jacuzzi. Many hot tubs come with their own covers, but many times they don't have the features you would typically want in a hot tub cover. Most people end up buying a new cover when they realize the supplied one simply doesn't do it's job. This article will help you choose from the many hot tub covers on the market.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Tape Measure

1. Measure the circumference and diameter of your hot tub to determine the size of your hot tub covers. If your hot tub is shaped differently than a circle, go directly to the manufacturer.

2. Determine what you want to accomplish with the hot tub covers. If you want to merely minimize evaporation, a thermal blanket will work well. If you want to protect your hot tub from debris, however, you will want something a bit more substantial

3. Look at hot tub covers with a locking feature, or with tie downs if you have small children. This is extremely important to prevent them from falling in and drowning.

4. Decide if you want to use your hot tub during the winter or not. They make hot tub covers specifically for those who do not use them during the winter months. These cover the entire tub from the top to bottom.

5. Choose walk-on hot tub covers if you live in a snowy area. These covers allow for more weight. If snow sits on the hot tub, the cover will not collapse.

Tips & Warnings

• If you choose a cheaper, thermal blanket, for your hot tub cover, steer clear from the bubble wrap design. They don't work as well as the foam covers.