Insulated Outdoor Faucet Cover Sleeve

What this faucet cover does

An outdoor faucet sits exposed all winter. Cold air, rain and snow reach the metal, and that is when a hose bib can freeze and crack. This insulated faucet cover slips over the faucet and holds in place, so the spout and handle stay covered until spring.

The outer layer is Oxford cloth. It is waterproof, so rain and melting snow run off instead of soaking through. The fabric also works against freezing air, which is why shoppers look for an insulated faucet cover for cold weather. A mesh strap runs through the cover and pairs with a hook-and-loop strap at the back. The strap pulls the cover tight around the pipe, so wind does not work it loose.

This is a reusable protector. Put it on when the season turns cold, take it off when you need the tap again, and store it flat.

Pack options

You pick the pack size when you order. Both packs use the same cover.

Two covers suit a home with a front hose bib and a back hose bib, or a garage tap and a garden tap. One cover suits a single outdoor faucet.

How to fit it

1. Turn off the water supply to the outdoor faucet if your home has a shutoff valve for it.
2. Drain the faucet and disconnect the hose.
3. Slide the cover over the faucet so the fabric sits around the spout and the wall plate.
4. Pull the hook-and-loop strap tight around the pipe or the neck of the faucet.
5. Press the strap down so it holds.

The cover is meant to sit snug. If it feels loose, open the strap, pull the fabric closer to the wall and close the strap again. Check it after strong wind and after a heavy storm, and press the strap back down if it has shifted.

Where it works

Use it on a garden tap, a hose bib, a sillcock or an outdoor spigot. It fits the standard outdoor faucet found on most US homes. The cover also suits a tap on a garage wall, a side yard tap or a back patio tap.

If you have more than one outdoor faucet, count them before you order. A 2 cover pack covers two taps and saves a second trip to the store.

Care

Rinse the cover with water when it looks dirty. Let it dry fully before you store it. Store it flat in a dry spot, such as a garage shelf or a storage bin. Do not fold it while it is wet. At the end of the cold season, rinse it, dry it and put it away so it is ready for next year.

Why shoppers choose this cover

• Waterproof Oxford cloth keeps rain and snow off the faucet.
• The material works against freezing weather.
• The hook-and-loop strap holds the cover in place.
• The mesh strap adds support around the pipe.
• It is reusable, so one cover can last more than one winter.
• It comes in a 1 cover or 2 cover pack.

A faucet cover is a small item that does a simple job. This one covers the tap, straps down tight and comes off when you need the water again.