we are desperately trying to make a hot tub cover for a 7X7 hot tub.....any ideas? It will be set into a porch
2007-11-27 09:16:36 · 13 answers · asked by huntershorsehaven 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
I suppose you could use marine grade plywood in 4 section and cover it in vinyl. Sewing the plywood into pockets like a pillow case.
Sounds like a lot of trouble. I would just buy one.
2007-11-27 09:27:55 · answer #1 · answered by Parercut Faint 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
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2016-10-04 12:18:39 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The typical cover for a hot tub is just 2" styrofoam board in a vinyl case. You can buy the styrofoam at any building supply store. You can cover the foam with tarp material, or something more expensive. Wouldnt cost much to make, and of course, you can always goto a spa dealership and purchase a ready made cover. If you make it yourself, you can even make it a folding cover, so it takes up less space when the tub is in use.
Here are a few links to check out - even if you decide not to purchase one, you can look at how they are made.
http://www.discountspacovers.com/
http://www.spacoversasap.com/
http://www.thecoverguy.com/store/cover.php
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2007-11-27 11:20:49 · answer #3 · answered by thewrangler_sw 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Whew... a cover is about saving energy period. If it is not a cover that keeps the hot air in it is going to cost you money so making something that really doesn't do the job is going to cost you a lot more money over time. Use your head please... IF your going to keep the cover for 2-3 years use www.spacovers.com. 235 delivered. if you plan on keeping this sucker use wwwraynercovering.com and it will last ten plus. for 400 +. Because it is 2" closed density foam that will not absorb vapor. Personally I would get it.
2007-11-27 13:44:14 · answer #4 · answered by Carolina Hot Tub Repair, Inc. 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-04-23 13:53:06 · answer #5 · answered by renetta 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I want to agree with BUY ONE, but I have 2 cents to offer.
Not knowing at all your notion regarding aesthetics; but believing that it may not be subject to severe condistions; and perhaps insulation might be a thought; but without the weight and cost of PLY; why not 2 4 x 8 sheets of 2 inch contractor grade foam; used for insulation.
Cut to fit; glue/tape/paint, cover with fiberglass mat or cheese cloth etc etc etc. Hinge in the middle with tape etc; add something to strap it.
Might sound tacky, but certainly would serve a purpose until something else came along; like a large TARP????
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2016-02-11 07:54:03 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get some thick foam sheets and cut them to fit inside the tub floating on the water, cover everything with a plastic tarp.
2007-11-27 11:09:34 · answer #9 · answered by Gary G 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
why would you not just BUY one? It needs to be insulated to retain heat, and be made of a material that is highly resistant to moisture-related decay. Plenty of companies make such products for hot tubs.
2007-11-27 09:19:24 · answer #10 · answered by Slappy McStretchNuts 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋