Custom vs Ready-to-Ship Hot Tub Covers
Both options use the same premium materials and carry the same warranty. Here’s how to decide which is right for you.
The Short Answer
Custom-fit covers are right for: unusual spa sizes, perfect-fit requirements, unique corner radii or skirt lengths, or any time you want our team to confirm everything before production.
Ready-to-Ship covers are right for: standard spa sizes where you know your dimensions, fast turnaround needs, and price-conscious buyers.
Both ship with the same materials. Both carry our 3-year warranty.
Ready-to-Ship: Best for Speed
Imperium stocks 8 common spa sizes in our Ontario warehouse, ready to dispatch in 5-7 business days of order.
Pros:
- Ships in 5-7 business days
- Total door-to-door time: 5-12 business days depending on region
- Slightly lower price point ($695-$745)
- 14-day return window if it doesn’t fit
Considerations:
- Limited to 8 standard sizes
- Limited corner radius options per size
- You’re responsible for measuring correctly
Custom: Best for Perfect Fit
Custom covers are built to your exact spa dimensions. Production takes 2-3 weeks from confirmed specs.
Pros:
- Built to your exact length, width, corner radius, and skirt length
- Our team confirms every measurement with you before production starts
- Material and color options confirmed during the quote process
- Works for any spa, including unusual or older models
Considerations:
- production timeline confirmed during quote, plus shipping
- Slightly higher price (priced individually based on spec)
- Custom covers are final sale except for defects or our error
Decision Framework
- Need it fast and your spa is standard size: Ready-to-Ship
- Want perfect fit and have 3-4 weeks: Custom
- Unsure of your measurements: Custom (our team helps confirm)
- Have an unusual spa (vintage, swim spa, oval, octagonal): Custom
- Just want a fair price on a standard cover: Ready-to-Ship
Both options come with our 3-year warranty, all premium materials standard, and free shipping across most of Canada.
Ready for a Cover That Lasts?
Premium materials standard. 3-year warranty. Free shipping across most of Canada.