Is there a trick to putting the cover on ? It is VERY tight & we can't get it over the final corner...would a hairdryer work to stretch the fabric ??
522927
I took a hacksaw & cut about 2 inches off a pole on each side--make sure to mark them as "shorties."
522928
Okay, so we also had trouble but the second time of putting it together I learned some things. First, I learned that taping the poles together made a huge difference. I put the frame work (the top) together, tape the poles (clear packing tape or white duct tape) to the corner pieces, and THEN added the cloth covering. After each corner had the cover down we then (takes at least 2 people) started adding the long leg poles to each corner. It worked out so much better, and was easier, and everything fit! Good luck!
522929
It was very tight going on. We just barely started the first three and then wrestled the forth over while keeping the others from coming up. The tight fit is what makes it sturdy since the cover is about all that holds it together.
522930
I soaked mine in a deep tub of water, then had a person on each corner. The good thing is, once it is on....it is on for life!
522931
The corners are tight, but the fabric stretches enough to go over. Be sure each of the connecting poles is seated well into their sockets. I really like this product. Also, do get all 4 corners on before you stretch attach them to the bottom.
522932
I really don't know, we didn't have any problem, it went right on. Sorry I couldn't be more help.
522933
You just have to pull hard on the fabric and it will go if you do not have too much pulled down on the other corners. I have not tried a hairdryer.
522934
you are right it's very tight & it's what keeps the poles together. It helps to have 2 people but u just have to go one leg at a time & attach latch on leg as you go. It took all my strength to pull it down, you won't rip it it's very strong, this is a great gazebo & I've had many! Good luck:)
810772
im guessing simple soap and water would do the trick. its NOT a stretchy material at all. Pretty simple design and I do not think it would be harmed by soap/water and letting it air dry
378617
Tell me about it!!, I took off the covers to wash and they shredded so much on the inside it was hard to get them zipped up. I would be curious how much it would cost to have new covers made in a different material. I hate the fabrics! I know that doesn't help. I have to agree with you.Good luck. Jody
2276784
sorry I am not sure, would probably cut a hole in the fabric, there is no way to get the cover off and then put it back on,
1229217
There are a set of adjusters on each side of the cover that can be used to tighten the cover using a socket of wrench. As received it was plenty tight. When the cover is rolled out, the end is placed in a set of clips that pull the cover into tension. The manual says that over time the cover will stretch, so the adjusters would be tightened to pick up the slack. Hope that helps.
1771068
Pull cover as tight as possible with bungees, making extra twists if possible. Also make sure corners are down and a tight as possible. However, once it has been stretched from the pooled water, it may not be able to be pulled tight. One fix, if you can accept it, is to put small holes in the areas of pooling to let water drip through.
1899983
I had the same problem. I ended up ripping a small part on the seam on the last corner I fought with for an hour to get over the frame. The canvas was rolled and folded very tight and seemed to loosen up as I wrestled to get it together. My zippers were impossible so I let it sit and settle in for a couple hours and they closed fairly easy after that. My best advice to people would to unroll the cover and stretch it around the frame slowly to let the material relax if your having trouble.
1127196
I love the dryer, too. I've had the opposite....and I noticed that when the cord is out and I can't retract it completely, I figure it is twisted and must face the same direction going back in. So, by that logic, maybe if you twist it a bit at the place closest to the base while it is out and holding it twisted like that, begin to retract it and see if it catches. Or use a clamp close to the base. Otherwise I imagine you could use an extension cord...or last ditch effort would be take it to a hardware or lighting store where they know about electrical things?
1832824
Very carefully, lol. There is a definite trick to it and I can't always say I get it on the first or fifth try. Grab the lower left corner and top right corner and twist it into itself. It may take a few tries but it will fold up eventually.
1321269
I got mine to fit, but it is very tight. You will need two people to stretch it across.
431909
Sounds like its defective, ours is tight (it was to be for waterproofing) but not unreasonably hard to get off. Perhaps try a pair of pliers?
1314090
hang it up for a while... you could use a hairdryer (risk melting it though)... but it would be better if you could use natural heat... maybe even lay it out in the carpark for a little while in the sun....
744260
After the first washing and air drying it did not appear that the cover shrank. Yet when we put the insert in the zipper failed. It would zip just so far so I used a safety pin across the zipper to stop it from going off track. It seems that their is a problem with the zipper. I would like to look into getting a replacement as well. Have you contacted anyone to see if replacement of the cover is viable?
278056
You can cover with a regular and it will work..... But we actually order a deeper sheet and like it better. But we had a regular sheet for a while... It would just come up in the corners sometimes.
1227789
It's not easy to get it, is it? Without instructions what we did was put the cover on top (after threading the string through the holes) and then tied the string tight so it stayed. I was not happy with the cover and have since tossed it...it sagged in the middle and trapped rainwater that would turn muddy and it was impossible to remove the cover without getting muddy water in the pool. The cover design needs improvement. Good luck.
1762174
Love your creativity! It will be a little tight... Maybe don't buy too plush a towel and it would work?
983060
I had to use a screw driver under the cover and then pry it over the cars wheel, it was very tight but it doesn't move now that it's on. I love it so keep trying, maybe two people one to hold it in place and one to do the screwdriver thing. I think having it warm is a good idea.