Maintenance Guides / Pool & Hot Tub

Clean hot tub cover

Difficulty: easyTime: 30 mins

Why it matters

Mold and algae growth under the cover harbor bacteria and spores; UV exposure degrades vinyl without protective coating, reducing cover lifespan from 5 years to 2.

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How to do it

  • 1

    Remove cover from tub and lay it flat on a clean tarp or ground.

  • 2

    Use a soft brush to gently scrub top surface, removing dirt and debris.

  • 3

    Flip cover and scrub underside to remove mold, algae, and algae spores.

  • 4

    Rinse entire cover thoroughly with a garden hose, top and bottom.

  • 5

    Apply UV protectant spray per product instructions to all vinyl surfaces.

  • 6

    Allow cover to air dry completely before closing tub.