A swimspa cover is vital for controlling energy costs, and to protect the spa from external debris. Traditional spa covers are made with a foam core, and that foam is absorbent. As the foam takes on moisture from seepage and condensation from the heated water rising under a cold closed cover, the cover becomes heavy and difficult to handle. Eventually it will keep you from using your swimspa.
The vinyl material that is typically used to cover a foam core is rated by HOURS which means that when it’s exposed to the sun’s UV rays on a daily basis, it’s going to break down and vulnerable to tearing or being punctured.
The End2End SwimSpa Cover is a relative newcomer to the swimspa cover market. It claims to Lock In Heat and Keep Out Moisture. Admittedly it does have some advantages over the traditional multi piece folding foam swimspa covers. Its one-piece design using closed-cell foam instead of the traditional rigid foam panels prevents it from absorbing water, so it stays light and easy to manage. That much is true. The reason closed cell foam has not been used in the traditional rigid swimspa covers is that it isn’t rigid. It would sag without support.
The roll up cover overcomes that by having a support system built into the cover.
It also claims to have a UV-resistant coating that keeps it strong against the elements and new-looking for years.
The roll-on, roll-off design makes it easy for a single person to handle. In fact, this exclusive feature makes it possible to roll the cover off a swimspa in less than 60 seconds. It can be rolled in either direction, making it ideal for dual-temperature swimspa. You can roll back the pool side for your daily swim, and then roll back the spa side for relaxing at night. Aside from being extremely easy to take on an off, it requires minimal overhead clearance and gives full visibility on all sides of the swimspa as compared to traditional covers which can be problematic for applications with height restrictions or if you are trying to enjoy views. Admittedly, this is a great improvement over the traditional swimspa covers.
Custom made with the highest quality commercial-grade materials, this durable, energy-efficient and lockable safety cover is built to withstand all weather conditions. Its full-frame design makes it able to handle even large loads of snow, and thanks to its UV protected surface, it will not deteriorate from time spent in direct sunlight.
Made in the U.S.A., the End2End SwimSpa Covers are available in a range of colors. But not nearly as many as the SpaCap.com SwimSpa Covers which can be done in any of the over one hundred colors of Marine Grade Sunbrella.
So what’s the down side? Although the closed cell foam is an improvement it has to be supported to keep the rain and debris out of the spa. That support will eventually breakdown. It will never be able to handle as much of a snow load as the SpaCap SwimSpa Cover which recast right on the water surface.
The UV resistant coating is a code for, “it will handle a sun a little longer than a traditional cover” but not nearly as long as Marine Grade Sunbrella which is used on the SpaCap SwimSpa Cover.
In the end, The SpaCap.com SwimSpa Covers are still the overall best choice. No other swimspa cover starts insulating at the water surface. A huge advantage since the point is to seal in the heat and keep the water warm.
The SpaCap.com covers are all made in the USA and the Sunbrella fabric will last YEARS longer than any other material, no matter what UV resistant coating they use.
When you really want to get the best swimspa cover on the market you’re still better off with the swimspa cover custom made for your spa by SpaCap.com.