DIY How To Build a Hot Tub Cover for Less Than $200 | The DIY Guide | Ep 19
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Can you please list where you found the rubber matting? Or a link? Thanks!
Can’t track the rubber mat….can you give me more specific information on where to get the rubber mat? Thanks
My ratty, heavy cover is a drag. I think it really does weigh 300 lbs, 😆
I was at a very high end property in Hawaii last winter and they had a cover like this on theirs. In Hawaii, heat insulation is less of a factor.
Hi, do you mind sharing what size washers and screws you used? Thank you, this was super helpful!
Glad to help! I used those black epoxy coats 1 & 5/8 screws with stainless steel washers. Stainless steel and epoxy coated help prevent rust since this is a constantly wet condition.
Your power bill must be huge without any insulation on that cover.
Great idea, except for my area we get down below 0 degrees (currently 13 degrees)... My electric bill would go through the roof trying to keep it warm... In the summer it would work great.
I’m in CO. It’s 3 degrees today. Electric bill only went up 10% but that could be other reasons (since it’s 3 degrees)
How did you Do this for $200? Cedar wood 2x4’s are $500 alone for big spa Thank you. Lmk please
I used untreated 2 X 3s. Details in video
Looks good!
What size screws and washers did you use?
Glad to help! I used those black epoxy coats 1 & 5/8 screws with stainless steel washers. Stainless steel and epoxy coated help prevent rust since this is a constantly wet condition.
What did you use for the Matt cover, where did you buy it?
Do you mean the black rubber? Or the wood?
HOw about using pvc boards instead of cedar
Those are lightweight, pretty much waterproof, and on the low cost of things. I LOVE IT!
I'm also curious about water puddling between the boards...does it runoff well?
No pooling so far, but I recommend adding rows of screws every foot. Mine were too far apart and I need to add more soon.
Hey my friend! How was the electric bill? I refurbish and sell used hot tubs, and occasionally have to buy new covers. They are junk and don’t last very long. I am considering looking into this alternative, it looks very modern and slickk! Just curious to the economic factors about it.
Only a ten percent up tick but there were two variables that changed at once. Winter started and I’m in CO. So far so good. I’m going to double layer it and add more screws to prevent dips when heavy snow falls
@@The-DIY-Guide ok thank you! I may just try it!
@@The-DIY-Guide aren't you concerned with the metal screws damaging the hot tub?
@@tjismyusername how so? With rust stains?
Has this held up okay? Does it provide enough insulation to maintain spa temps (~104F)? Looking for ideas and I love this but I'm skeptical!
Hi! So far the hot tub can easily keep the temperature up and sustain it at above 100F temps. What I’m waiting for is the first electric bill to see if there was an impact. If so, I will add additional rubber insulation and see how it improves. I’ll keep this updated
@@The-DIY-Guide I'd imagine even getting a floating expanded foam cutout to sit on the water would make a huge difference. You'll be losing a lot of heat out the top of this.
@@The-DIY-Guide what happened w/ electric bill?
@@jasoncatt that's a great idea. There's always a solution, if you think creatively.
@@The-DIY-Guide Was there a noticeable impact on the electric usage? I assume so, but want to double-check...
What type of rubber mat. Where did you buy it from?
Lowe’s - anti fatigue standing mat
@@The-DIY-Guide do you know how many mm thickness it is? I don't have a Lowes near me so I have to order from Amazon, and they offer 3, 5, and 7mm thickness.
Would it work well in the winter tho? Gets into single digits where I’m at
Hey there, Im in Colorado and we just got a snow storm. Its working well so far keeping the tub at 104 degrees. Ill be checking the first electric bill to see what impact it has. I have a modification ill make if it needs it.
Not sure. Live in Manitoba. Minus 40 in the winter.