As featured in Pool + Outdoor Design Magazine, HIDE Skimmer Lids turn an everyday pool necessity into a seamless design feature. Unsightly plastic skimmer box lids and metal drain grates can be a visual blight in an otherwise luxury pool area. HIDE offers a cutting-edge solution for discerning builders and architects who want to elevate both aesthetics and functionality.

Once installed, HIDE covers sit perfectly flush with the surrounding surface, creating a slip-resistant, trip-free finish that enhances user safety while complementing the overall design. The lid is designed to accept inlays of tile, stone, paver, decking or concrete, which enables it to virtually disappear into the pool surround. Six depth options to accommodate different material thicknesses, and a wide range of lid sizes ensure compatibility with all external access service points.

Engineered for performance as well as looks, the HIDE system promotes airflow around the lid’s perimeter to support skimmer pump efficiency and minimise the risk of blockages. HIDE drain covers also incorporate a 5mm gap between the lid and frame, allowing adequate surface water to drain away efficiently. A child-resistant safety key prevents children from opening the lid, helping keep your outdoor space both beautiful and secure.

Skimmer Lids Pty Ltd, the innovator behind HIDE, created and manufactures this revolutionary pool product in its Brisbane factory, right here in Australia. Every cover is produced with exceptional precision from quality materials, using advanced robotic technology to meet strict quality standards.

Now regarded as an industry benchmark for discreet skimmer lids, HIDE has become synonymous with quality and innovation. Beyond skimmer lids, HIDE is fast becoming a must-have in the broader landscape scene. External service points – essential but often unsightly – are transformed into clean, integrated design elements that enhance the entire outdoor space.

Internationally recognised for its contribution to the pool industry, HIDE has received multiple accolades, including Best New Pool Building Product in 2019 and Best New Product in 2025. Today, HIDE is Australia’s leading expert in premium exterior covers, offering solutions for everything from intimate residential gardens to expansive commercial landscapes.

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