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Shock with MPS. You can leave the cover open for a few minutes and be done with it.
Prop one side of the cover by sticking two empty pop cans in foam cozies under the edge. Holds it open about 4" It lets the tub vent a little but doesn't lose as much heat? (I think someone here suggested something like this.)
Steve If you use a Spa Blanket it will protect your cover and becomes sacrifical. That is, it will take the damage rather than your expensive cover during the winter months when you do not want to leave the cover open.A Spa Blanket will cost you $25 - 30 cdn. You can attach the spa blanket with silicone and velcro strips on the edges only, to the opening side of your cover so that when you open the cover the spa blanket goes with it. I have done this since purchasing our Beachcomber and it works really well.If you want more info on how to attach it email me.Regards, Zz
My pleasure WSD! (particularly since it was your idea to begin with - Lol!) Hey, I'll be over at 6 and we can celebrate our joint brilliance with martinis!UTS