What To Know When Choosing Hot Tub Covers and Shelters

If you have recently purchased a hot tub, or you are thinking about investing in one ahead of the summer months, then make sure you protect your tub with a durable shelter or cover. Hot tubs come with an insulating cover as standard to protect your tub and filters from the elements, dirt and leaves. However, a cover alone may not offer the level of protection needed to allow you to enjoy your hot tub. Hot tub covers and shelters offer the ultimate level of security from prying eyes, whilst also providing complete protection from the elements. With hot tub shelters, you can enjoy your hot tub experience in privacy and comfort, so read on for everything you need to know when choosing hot tub covers and shelters. 

Key Considerations

When looking for hot tub covers and shelters, there are a few key points to consider: 

Function

The key purpose of the hot tub covers should always be the first consideration. Your key requirement when choosing a hot tub shelter may be to provide protection from the elements, privacy from neighbours, or simply to be a stylish addition to your current hot tub set-up. Many shelters are incredibly stylish and are designed to create a beautiful, relaxing space, so make sure you keep your key requirements in mind to avoid setting your heart on a shelter that may not meet them. 

Once you have decided on these key requirements, you will want to make sure that the shelter you choose is highly durable, water-resistant, and offers comprehensive protection for your tub. Additionally, you’ll want to think about how much coverage you need, as some covers and shelters are designed to provide more protection and privacy than others. 

Size and Space

Before choosing the ideal structure for your garden, it is important to make sure that it will fit. 

To ensure that your shelter fits the space available, measure the dimensions of your hot tub and the surrounding area before viewing covers. These measurements will also help you consider whether the area will require extra building work or reinforcements to create solid foundations for your shelter. 

If you are blessed with a lot of space around your hot tub, you might wish to create a seating area around or next to your hot tub, and will need to consider choosing a hot tub gazebo that also provides suitable coverage of this space.

Types of Hot Tub Shelters

Once you have a good idea of the space that you are working with, and the key requirements that you have, you can decide on the best type of hot tub shelter. There are several types of hot tub shelters available depending on your needs and budget. The most popular types include:

• Gazebo Hot Tub Shelters: Gazebos are free-standing structures with an enclosed roof, made of wood. If you are searching for something more sturdy that a pergola, then a gazebo is a sturdy and long-lasting option. Similarly, if you have a large garden, or a good amount of space to play with, then opting for a gazebo will offer ample shelter for your tub and the surrounding areas, while still allowing you to enjoy the view from your outdoor hot tub.
• Covana Hot Tub Shelters: If you have slightly less space to play with, a Covana hot tub is an excellent functional option. These hot tub covers are a great solution for smaller spaces, as they will provide the necessary shelter without taking up too much room. They also allow you to open and close the hot tub with a turn of a key, making it much easier to access without lifting off the traditional hot tub covers.
• Pergola Hot Tub Shelters: A pergola is an open-air structure made of metal columns with a slatted roof. They are perfect for hot tubs that are placed in an open area, as they provide a sense of enclosure while still allowing air flow. They are often more open-air than other types of hot tub shelters, and often have flat fabric panels for walls. 

Investing in Reliable Hot Tub Covers 

Choosing a sturdy, reliable cover from a reputable supplier will give you the peace of mind to enjoy your tub in privacy. For a one-stop shop for hot tub covers and shelters, visit All Weather Leisure at their Cannock or Shrewsbury showroom. Their range of hot tub covers and garden buildings offer a variety of options to choose from when it comes to creating a private, sheltered space for your hot tub. Enjoy your hot tub all year round, with excellent protection from the elements, and the highest level of comfort and privacy.