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Well then, for those who bought new covers, who did you guys buy your replacement cover from and how long did it hold up?
If we are talking about a 'standard spa cover' and nothing specialty like aluminum, walk on style, etc. then there all the same...build it up with a good 5" x 3" thickness, 2# foam, hinge seal, and make sure it has a vapor barrier wrap and it'll perform just like every other cover on the market and will last 3-5 years at most if the spa is outside and exposed to the elements.
Quote from: BullFrogSpasMN on November 01, 2016, 02:10:40 pmIf we are talking about a 'standard spa cover' and nothing specialty like aluminum, walk on style, etc. then there all the same...build it up with a good 5" x 3" thickness, 2# foam, hinge seal, and make sure it has a vapor barrier wrap and it'll perform just like every other cover on the market and will last 3-5 years at most if the spa is outside and exposed to the elements.Are you serious??? There are different thicknesses and methods for sealing the vapor barrier, which makes for drastic differences in lifespan.Different vinyls are of different weights (thickness), with different UV and pigment ratings (higher ratings = longer lifespans)I'm probably going to replace my cover in the spring....it's 10 years old, and still in usable condition. The vinyl's not cracked or brittle and the foam hasn't absorbed any water. The hings is just slightly starting to crack at the edges and the vinyl is fading a bit....mostly though, I want a new color...never did like the color I have.
This is a case where some manufacturers skimp on covers a lot and some a little less. Doc's aftermarket covers always surpassed the factory quality. That is IF you asked for the upgrades. I always did. I have customers with 10 year old RH tubs covers.
Quote from: Tman122 on November 06, 2016, 07:05:01 amThis is a case where some manufacturers skimp on covers a lot and some a little less. Doc's aftermarket covers always surpassed the factory quality. That is IF you asked for the upgrades. I always did. I have customers with 10 year old RH tubs covers.wow, I may have to give them a call and bring one in to try...as Doc knows a major problem is showing value in spending more on that quality you mentioned, everyone wants an "internet cover" shipped to their front door for $300 and expect us to match that price and quality which as we all know doesn't exist in a $300 cover