Can I replace the foam in my hot tub cover?

Can I replace the foam in my hot tub cover?

Q: Can the foam panels inside of a Hot Tub Works cover be replaced without buying the entire cover? A: Yes!

Can a hot tub cover be repaired?

If the hole in your hot tub cover has not only torn the vinyl liner, but it has also penetrated the foam, you’ll need to patch the foam as well. Simply purchase a piece of foam that you can cut to fit the shape of the hole. Insert the foam into the hole and then apply a patch to both sides of the foam.

What kind of foam is used in hot tub covers?

expanded polystyrene
The foam core in hot tub covers is typically made from expanded polystyrene or EPS. EPS is a tough and rigid closed-cell foam. This is important as the closed-cell foam retards water absorption and helps the top to last as long as possible.

Will waterlogged Styrofoam dry out?

You will know if your Styrofoam is waterlogged because it will be much heavier than normal. The waterlogged Styrofoam can be repaired by drying in high sunlight, but it is cheap and more effective to simply replace the Styrofoam.

What type of Styrofoam is used in hot tub covers?

Expanded polystyrene (EPS), commonly known as polystyrene, is the standard filler material for hot tub covers because of its insulation capacity, rigidity, and resistance to moisture.

Can You Use Flex Seal on a hot tub cover?

Technically, Flex Seal does work with hot tubs. You’ll be able to use it to fill a hole or a crack, but there are a few things to factor in about its usability: It should only be seen as a temporary fix: As strong and effective as Flex Seal is, it’s not magic.

Why do hot tub covers get heavy?

The main reason why the cover gets heavier with time is that the foam core becomes waterlogged. The water that’s being soaked into the core makes the cover heavy. And once that occurs the cover becomes not effective at protecting your hot tub from the elements.