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By Charles Snyder


People are always in search of ways of conserving our environment and reducing pollution in their everyday activities. While some have reduced their energy needs in lighting, heating and driving there are others who consider these necessities. One way that we can reduce our energy costs is through the use of solar hot tub covers. Hot tubs are a comfort for most people and by using solar covers we can reduce pollution and save on energy costs.

A solar hot tub cover is very accessible and you can install it yourself. The covers are also quite affordable and you do not have to spend much to get a cover that suits your needs. They are considered one of the cheapest and most effective ways to heat up a hot tub.

We all know that heaters are energy hungry appliances especially the ones that are used to heat hot tubs. The hot tub also loses a lot of heat especially on a windy day when it is left uncovered. This means it needs more energy to keep it hot. By using a cover, the hot tub will be kept hot and at the same time reduce evaporation and the chances of leaves falling into the hot tub.

The covers work in a very simple and direct way. Water in a hot tub is usually clear. When left uncovered, sunlight passes through and very little heat gets absorbed into the water. The cover simply absorbs the heat from the sun and transfers it to the water.

The cover attracts the heat from the sunlight and transfers it to the water. Once the water is heated up, the heat is then retained by the help of the cover. Very little water is lost through evaporation. The cover is most effective at night where it stops most of the heat from escaping and therefore less energy is needed to heat the water.

Most of the covers are usually black for the main reason that black absorbs heat better than other colors from the sun. But you can still find clear covers made from plastic that work as well. These covers are made from a special material that is able to store the heat from the sunlight and transfer it to the water. The covers can also insulate the heat in the water thereby keeping the water hot. The covers also reduce the amount of water that is lost through evaporation.

It is best to use the cover only when the hot tub is not in use. This will avoid anyone getting hurt as it easy for a person or child to get wrapped in it. The risk of damage by cracking and crumbling or even fraying when it is used too much is also reduced. During the hot season, the cover can be kept away and only used the cold season when it is needed the most.

The cover should always be sealed tightly at the top regardless of the type used. As you invest in a cover to help you keep the water heated, also have a look at how well your hot tub is insulated. This will ensure that heat does not get lost at the bottom or around the tub.




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