Hot Tub Cover Cleaning, Protection, and Care

Top and underside cleaning steps

1. Remove and rinse dirt, leaves, and debris. Clearing loose material first prevents extra wear during scrubbing.
2. Wash top and underside with mild soap and water. Cleaning both sides helps control odor and mildew.
3. Use a soft cloth and avoid abrasive brushes. Gentle tools protect vinyl finish and stitching.
4. Rinse thoroughly and dry fully before replacing. Full drying keeps trapped moisture from shortening cover life.

Hot tub cover protection checklist

• Apply non-petroleum vinyl protectant monthly. Regular protectant helps reduce UV cracking and weather damage.
• Inspect seams, zipper, and handles for wear. Early repairs are usually cheaper than full cover replacement.
• Check for waterlogging and foam core sagging. A heavy cover is a common sign of insulation loss and higher energy use.
• Keep underside clean to prevent mildew and odor. Underside hygiene supports better air quality when opening your spa.

Common replacement signals

• The cover feels heavy from water absorption. Extra weight makes daily use harder and indicates failing insulation.
• Heat loss increases and energy cost rises. Rising operating cost often means the cover is no longer sealing well.
• Cracks, tears, or hinge failure continue to spread. Structural breakdown usually accelerates once seams begin to fail.

Keeping a damaged cover too long usually increases operating cost and makes water care harder.