Abstract: A movement assistance device for a spa cover having at least two spa cover portions each spa cover portion having opposing lateral peripheral edges, hinge and end peripheral edges and wherein the spa cover portions are movable one relative to the other from a first coplanar orientation to a second, stacked orientation, and a biasing pneumatic cylinder which cooperates with and extends between a first bracket secured to one lateral peripheral edge of one spa cover portion and a hinge bracket secured to the same lateral peripheral edge of the same spa cover portion adjacent the hinge peripheral edge and the hinge bracket is further secured to an aligned lateral peripheral edge of a second spa cover portion and adjacent to the hinge peripheral edge thereof, and wherein the pneumatic cylinder assists and controls the movement one spa cover portion relative to the other spa cover portion.

Abstract: A movement assistance and stowage device for a spa cover that is movable relative to a spa opening from a first position at least partially occluding the spa opening, to a second position removed from the spa opening and stowed adjacent the spa body and, when stowed, the spa cover is not substantially above an upper peripheral edge of the spa body, the movement assistance and stowage device providing a mounting body secured to a side portion of the spa body and carrying a pivoting lever arm and pivoting control lever arm, and both pivoting arms are connected to, and extend between, the mounting body and a channel bracket on a lateral peripheral edge of the spa cover, and pneumatic cylinders extend between the mounting body and lever arm to provide mechanical advantage and control to movement and stowage of the spa cover.

Abstract: A movement assistance device for a spa cover having at least two spa cover portions each spa cover portion having opposing lateral peripheral edges, hinge and end peripheral edges and wherein the spa cover portions are movable one relative to the other from a first coplanar orientation to a second, stacked orientation, and a biasing pneumatic cylinder which cooperates with and extends between a first bracket secured to one lateral peripheral edge of one spa cover portion and a hinge bracket secured to the same lateral peripheral edge of the same spa cover portion adjacent the hinge peripheral edge and the hinge bracket is further secured to an aligned lateral peripheral edge of a second spa cover portion and adjacent to the hinge peripheral edge thereof, and wherein the pneumatic cylinder assists and controls the movement one spa cover portion relative to the other spa cover portion.

Abstract: A movement assistance device for a spa cover is described and which includes a moveable spa cover portion, and a pair of pneumatic cylinders which cooperate with a housing mounted on one of the spa cover portions, and which further assists in the movement of one of the spa cover portions relative to the other spa cover portion, and a third pneumatic cylinder is provided and which allows movement of each of the respective spa cover portions to a non-occluding position relative to the spa so as to allow use of the spa.

Abstract: A spa cover is described, and which includes first and second fluid impermeable portions which are individually mounted on a spa, and are further independently moveable, one relative to the other, and wherein the respective first and second fluid impermeable portions each have moveable first and second sections, and wherein the spa cover is fabricated in the nature of a bi-fold.

Abstract: A spa cover is described and which includes first and second rigid portions joined together by a continuous hinge and which each define a multiplicity of spaced, uniformly elongated internal channels extending between opposite peripheral edges thereof; individual lightweight unitary insulative inserts are dimensioned for telescoping receipt within each of the internal channels which are defined by the respective first and second portions, a pair of brackets are mounted on the spa, and which define, at least in part, a course of travel for the spa cover so as to expose the spa for use; and a generally U-shaped carrier is rotatively affixed to the pair of brackets and which cooperates with the second portion of the spa cover.

Abstract: A spa cover is described and which includes a first and second portion which are hingedly mounted together; an elongated sleeve is mounted on the second portion of the spa cover; and a rigid conduit is telescopingly mounted and enclosed within the internal passageway of the sleeve, and which has a length dimension which is less than the length dimension of the elongated sleeve.

Abstract: A spa cover is described and which includes first and second rigid portions joined together by a continuous hinge and which each define a multiplicity of spaced, uniformly elongated internal channels extending between opposite peripheral edges thereof; individual lightweight unitary insulative inserts are dimensioned for telescoping receipt within each of the internal channels which are defined by the respective first and second portions, a pair of brackets are mounted on the spa, and which define, at least in part, a course of travel for the spa cover so as to expose the spa for use; and a generally U-shaped carrier is rotatively affixed to the pair of brackets and which cooperates with the second portion of the spa cover.

Abstract: A spa or hot tub stair assembly or apparatus having at least one step which is convertible by repositioning to provide different shaped sides. The different shaped sides can be used to better fit the outer shape of the associated spa. The individual step or steps are removable and have connection features which detachably connect with connection features upon one or more pieces forming a base. The base may be provided in the form of a pair of upright supports upon which one or more steps are supported. The assembly may advantageously be provided with one or more storage drawers or other bins which are preferably slidable for easy access.

Abstract: A spa or hot tub stair assembly or apparatus having at least one step which is convertible by repositioning to provide different shaped sides. The different shaped sides can be used to better fit the outer shape of the associated spa. The individual step or steps are removable and have connection features which detachably connect with connection features upon one or more pieces forming a base. The base may be provided in the form of a pair of upright supports upon which one or more steps are supported. The assembly may advantageously be provided with one or more storage drawers or other bins which are preferably slidable for easy access.

Abstract: An apparatus forming a assembly includes at least two panels. Each panel has a top surface and a plurality of perimetric edges. Each edge of one panel is adapted for joining any edge of another panel or to rounded edge pieces that connect is a complementary manner to the panels similar to other panels. The apparatus includes at least one connector adapted to secure two panels in adjoined relation. The connector has a first end adapted for engagement with the two adjoined panels, and a second end adapted to be swung into a locked position.

Abstract: A spa or hot tub stair assembly or apparatus having at least one step which is convertible by repositioning to provide different shaped sides. The different shaped sides can be used to better fit the outer shape of the associated spa. The individual step or steps are removable and have connection features which detachably connect with connection features upon one or more pieces forming a base. The base may be provided in the form of a pair of upright supports upon which one or more steps are supported. The assembly may advantageously be provided with one or more storage drawers or other bins which are preferably slidable for easy access.

Abstract: An apparatus forming a assembly includes at least two panels. Each panel has a top surface and a plurality of perimetric edges. Each edge of one panel is adapted for joining any edge of another panel or to rounded edge pieces that connect is a complementary manner to the panels similar to other panels. The apparatus includes at least one connector adapted to secure two panels in adjoined relation. The connector has a first end adapted for engagement with the two adjoined panels, and a second end adapted to be swung into a locked position.

Abstract: An apparatus includes a solar-powered lighting system supported by a wedge-shaped housing. The housing has a back, an upper side and a lower side. The back is adapted to be mounted against a supporting surface such as a wall or the like. The upper side is adapted to support a solar panel. The lower side is adapted allow light to be projected through it.

Abstract: A stair assembly or apparatus includes a base adapted for resting on a supporting surface and a step adapted to connect to the base. Also included is a lighting device adapted to provide illumination of the step and/or the supporting surface.

Abstract: A spa or hot tub stair assembly or apparatus having at least one step which is convertible by repositioning to provide different shaped sides. The different shaped sides can be used to better fit the outer shape of the associated spa. The individual step or steps are removable and have connection features which detachably connect with connection features upon one or more pieces forming a base. The base may be provided in the form of a pair of upright supports upon which one or more steps are supported. The assembly may advantageously be provided with one or more storage drawers or other bins which are preferably slidable for easy access.