If it’s time to replace your hot tub cover, bear in mind some important upgrades that you can choose from. If your primary goal is to conserve energy and keep your heating bill low, one essential element is the steam stopper pillow. The steam stopper pillow helps prevent steam from leaking out of your hot […]
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If the time has come for updating your hot tub cover, remember you may have to provide the location for the placement of the tie down straps on the cover. There’s really no industry standard that decides where the straps go, so it’s largely up to you. Also, many hot tubs come with cabinets alongside […]
Soft Hot Tub Covers Benefits include: Cheaper costs Lightweight A good soft hot tub cover offers the same protection as a hard fiberglass one, at a fraction of the cost. Quality covers ought to be double stitched with industrial quality seams, and include options like fiberglass panels and heat-sealed insulation foam for the inside. It’s […]
Looking to install a hot tub in your home or backyard? Unfortunately, it’s not as easy as a couple of simple purchases. Before you make the commitment, look through the following list and decide whether or not you’re prepared for such a major home addition. Permits Depending on where you live, you might need a […]
Once the time comes for replacing your hot tub cover, among the many key factors to consider is your usage of your hot tub, your climate and also the site of your hot tub. If you are using your spa all year, you need to look for a cover that will considerably lessen your heating […]
We hear quite frequently from spa owners who need a new hot tub cover because of hail damage. Regular covers made of foam take a beating when hail or other inclement weather strikes. The foam inside the cover is rigid enough to form a bridge over the spa, however it does not allow for impacts. […]
Has nature damaged your spa cover? Now that you know vinyl on your hot tub cover is rated by its hours outdoors, you can make a better decision. High quality vinyl covers will last over 1500 hours outside. Although, that equals roughly only one hundred days of sunshine. I know what you are thinking, why […]
The interwebs are full of great DIY projects for your home, and there’s no shortage of tips to help you build a solar powered hot tub. The typical approach is to use a solar panel to heat the tub water, but some people go further and have their entire spa – jets, pumps, and all […]
Once in a while we find some pretty decent articles around the web that provide useful information that goes beyond the usual “Should I replace my hot tub cover” crap. We gathered a few of our recent favorites to share with you. The Dos and Don’ts of Hot Tub Etiquette This gem comes from “How […]
Who doesn’t like to save a little money by doing things themselves? From basic car repair to minor household improvements, DIY projects bring a sense of ownership and pride that doesn’t often come with purchasing the same product or paying someone else to do it. With that in mind, we gathered a few of our […]
It’s been a little while since we highlighted some of our favorite tweets about hot tub covers. We’re always amazed by the creative uses, mishaps, and events that occur surrounding the product we sell. Without further adieu, here we go: 1. First up, we have Scotty Kolb, who had a serious blond moment trying to […]
This past weekend, news reports were filled with stories about the wind storms and tornadoes that swept across the Midwest. In addition to the massive destruction caused to houses and other property, we can usually find some mildly amusing stories of hot tub covers that flew away only to be found in the neighbor’s yard, […]
#1 Best hot tub cover ever? We think so. For low-flying aircraft, or kids who might be bouncing on the trampoline, this cover provides a cheeky image that’s a throwback to the 1990’s Super Mario-era that’s inside us all. #2 – The beer tub I’m not sure how they created this ultra-luxurious tub, but I […]
Another week or so has passed, and it means that we have a new set of hot tub cover mishaps. Ally writes, “hahaha the hot tub cover chipped my tooth tonight!” (https://twitter.com/ally_letizia/status/325834558979309568) and doesn’t seem to upset about it. She takes it in stride, posting another response saying, “I actually can’t believe that happened hahahah, […]
In the past, we have blogged about some amazing hot tub and spa designs. Of course, pools probably have a more ubiquitous presence in the country, and get a bit more attention when it comes to design and aesthetics. Pools after all often have extravagant rock features, waterslides, waterfalls, lagoons, and much more. The ASPS […]
This past week it seems like more than a few areas of the country were hit with pretty high winds. Even in CA, where I live, we had an unusual departure from the normally sunny and warm skies. A strange movement in the air made leaves rustle, and brought a colder chill to the air […]
We know that dogs seem to especially like using hot tub covers for their personal sunbathing platform. “Raethefeminist” posted this great image on Twitter of her pitbull laying on their cover: https://twitter.com/raethefeminist/status/318503402134966273/photo/1 Larissa tweets about their cover falling on her sister’s head – apparently she finds that pretty funny. I imagine she might think otherwise […]
We’re going to start a new column here, based on the collective mishaps surrounding hot tub covers, their owners, and the surroundings they’re in. Almost every day it seems like we read some funny, shocking, and slightly weird tweets from around the country from people whose cover flew off and landed in the neighbor’s living […]
Winter is by far the most damaging period of the year for spa covers. The good news is that with a small amount of preparation, you can prevent a lot of the common things that damage covers. In this article, we’ll cover tips on steps for “winterizing” your hot tub cover that will ensure your […]
While reading a recent question on running and post-workout dips in the hot tub, I learned some interesting things about how the body works. Some of these insights go against traditional notions. It seems like most people assume that after a long run, or bout of exercise, the most relaxing and beneficial thing to do […]