Consider This Before Making Your Own Hot Tub Cover:

Spa owners know our winters require a good cover

Dear diary, yesterday I tried to make my own spa cover. Today, I came to my senses and bought one. I found a great deal at Apollo Spas. - Joe

- In reality, unless you would be happy with a sheet of plywood, making your own spa cover is just not worth the effort.

Washington winters are unpredictable. They can range from mild to harsh, varying from year to year, depending on your location. In order to keep your spa water consistently hot without running up a huge energy bill, your hot tub cover has to be able to keep the heat in and the cold out.

For adequate insulation and strength, a spa cover needs an intact core of dense foam, surrounded by water proof plastic and enclosed in a weather resistant material, such as marine grade vinyl.

Spa and hot tub covers are one of the most important components of a hot tub. Along with preventing heat loss, they also keep the hot tub safe and secure. A properly fitting, lockable hot tub cover prevents accidents by keeping young children and pets from accessing your tub. It also keeps debris from drifting into your tub water and helps prevent vandalism.

Hot tub covers come in hundreds of different shapes, sizes and colors. The quality of available hot tub covers also varies significantly. First, look for a cover with a good warranty. Second, look for insulation qualities that suit your local climate. Third, choose a hot tub cover that is strong enough to withstand snow loads (if you get snow) or the weight of any kids that might adventure onto your spa. And don’t forget to buy a hot tub cover that is certified to local standards or your municipal inspector may reject it.

Hot tub covers from Apollo Spas are available to suit a range of climates, from mild to extreme cold.

Spa covers are essential for economy and safety. Choosing the best hot tub cover your budget allows is strongly recommended. Need help choosing? Contact Apollo Spas for a free estimate and instructions on how to measure your old spa cover. Washington hot tub dealers for Apollo Spas are located in Spokane, Spokane Valley, Tacoma, Everett, Silverdale, Tukwila and Olympia. For hot tub purchases in Idaho, there is an Apollo Spas hot tub dealer in Coeur d'Alene.