PRODUCT SHOWCASE - SKIMMER LIDS

Enhance your pool area with HIDE Skimmer Lids—ideal for new builds and pool renovations, replacing plastic skimmer box lids with a premium finish while keeping the pool skimmer fully accessible.

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Skimmer Lids

WHERE AESTHETICS MEETS PRACTICALITY

HIDE is the perfect balance between form and function.

Bring a seamless, high-end finish to your pool project with HIDE Skimmer Lids—ideal for both new pool builds and pool renovations. Designed to sit neatly over the skimmer box, each lid keeps access simple for servicing and maintenance, especially when resurfacing surrounds.

Crafted to blend into your landscape, HIDE creates a refined, uninterrupted outdoor aesthetic. With an easy-to-install, kit-based system, selecting and fitting a HIDE Skimmer Lid is straightforward for builders, contractors, and homeowners alike.

Once installed, HIDE Skimmer Lids are effortless to lift and maintain. Beneath the minimalist exterior is HIDE’s patented, industry-leading operating system—engineered for safety, strength, and peace of mind, and compliant with Australian Safety Standards.

Unlike traditional plastic lids—or loose stone with a large access hole—HIDE allows your chosen surface finish (tile, stone, or concrete) to be inset directly into the lid. The result is a fully integrated look that blends seamlessly into your surrounds, with a stainless steel cover protecting the inlay.

Whether you’re elevating a luxury backyard or upgrading an existing pool area, HIDE Skimmer Lids deliver a cleaner finish and a safer, more refined alternative—without compromising performance.

Skimmer Lids - 306, 342 & 412mm sizes

HIDE stainless steel Skimmer Lid and Access Cover with grey tile inlay installed next to swimming pool.

Choose between 6 popular depths to suit your chosen material, 10mm, 20mm, 30mm, 40mm, 50mm & 60mm.

HIDE Skimmer Lid with stack of different materials that can be inlayed.

Use your chosen inlay to fill the Skimmer Lid. 

HIDE Skimmer Lid with grey inlay installed flush with surrounding tile surrounds.

3 Skimmer Lid sizes to suit most Australian pools. 306, 342 & 412mm sizes available.

HIDE stainless steel Skimmer Lid with cream paving inlay installed flush and seamless next to swimming pool.

A seamless finish that lets your tile or stone pattern run cleanly across the lid, so the hidden skimmer lid stays out of sight.

HIDE stack of hardware showing 10-60mm depth options

Crafted from 316L Marine Grade Stainless Steel. 

HIDE stainless steel Skimmer Lid and Access Cover with grey crazy pave inlay installed flush with surrounding tiles next to swimming pool.

Forget the plastic lid—you’ll barely notice the HIDE Skimmer Lid is there, while the skimmer box lid remains easy to lift and service.

Concrete Infill Skimmer Lid

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Choose between 3 skimmer lid sizes, including a 40mm depth option made for wet-pour concrete.

HIDE Concrete Skimmer Lid hardware stack

Made for wet-pour builds, this concrete option delivers a clean finish across the skimmer box opening while keeping access simple.

HIDE Concrete Skimmer Lid with lid open to view HIDE frame and skimmer box opening below.

Ideal when pool renovations include new concrete surrounds, exposed aggregate, or polished finishes.

View the HIDE Skimmer Lids website here for more information!

Key Features

  • Discreet, concealed key access—most people won’t notice it’s there.
  • Simple inlay fabrication with no moving parts.
  • Inconspicuous locking system with HIDE's proven keyway safety access.
  • 316 Stainless Steel frame and cover.
  • Available in 6 different depths to suit most inlay materials.
  • Full stone coverage.
  • 20-year warranty (stainless).
  • Conforms to Australian Pool Safety Standards.
  • Cannot be lifted without the safety key.

  • Eliminates stone/tile chipping & cracking.

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HIDE Skimmer Lid with tile and grout pattern continuing seamlessly through the cover.

Discreet 

Provides a contemporary solution for crafting an impeccable pool area, where any skimmer lid can now be hidden from view. 

HIDE Skimmer Lid with artificial turf and concrete paving inlay installed flush with surrounding landscape.

Fit-for-purpose

Designed for long-term performance in new builds and pool renovations, HIDE keeps skimmer boxes functional and easy to access—without interrupting the finished surface.

HIDE Skimmer Lid with timber decking inlay installed flush and seamless with surrounding decking.

Versatile

The HIDE Cover suits a wide range of finishes—combine materials and continue patterns through the lid for a seamless result.

HIDE Skimmer Lids Pty Ltd strongly recommends earthing any stainless steel item, including powder-coated skimmer lids, within 1.25m of the pool edge. We are pleased to arrange powder coating for our stainless steel products at an extra cost. Please note that the turnaround time will be approximately two weeks.

Safe practices and care required

NOTE:

  • Suitable for PEDESTRIAN TRAFFIC only.
  • No ACID / CHEMICAL WASH contact by the contractor or homeowner ever.

Allow for expansion

  • DO NOT fill the void with grout or a filler between the lid and the inlay stone to allow for expansion and contraction of the steel.
  • Cut the stone carefully to provide a neat finish without fillers between the lid and the inlaid stone. As outlined in the installation instructions, there needs to be a small gap.

Consider and plan installation before project commences

Set depth level when installing HIDE edge protector

Set depth - When laying levelling bed provide space for edge protector so it will be flush with top of desired finishing material. 

place the recess frame level above mortar bedding

Fill the recess with a mortar bed then push in edge protector until it fits in with its surrounds. 

HIDE Skimmer Lid finished installation

Looking good right?
Set out and plan the installation to suit the finished surface. It's an aesthetic thing.

#faqs

Frequently Asked Questions

Have a question? We are here to help!

What size HIDE Skimmer Lid do I need?

Measure the skimmer opening you need to cover and choose the HIDE Skimmer Lid kit size that fits, then match the depth to your inlay thickness (tile, stone, pavers or decking). HIDE Skimmer Lid kits are available in 306, 342 and 412mm sizes, with 10, 20, 30, 40, 50 and 60mm depth options.

Can I replace a standard plastic skimmer lid with a HIDE Skimmer Lid?

Yes—HIDE Skimmer Covers are commonly used as a retrofit replacement for standard plastic skimmer lids, as well as in new builds. 

What inlay materials can I use in a HIDE Skimmer Lid?

HIDE is designed to accept common landscape finishes such as tile, stone, pavers, concrete, artificial turf and decking (depending on the kit and project detailing). The key is selecting the correct depth for your inlay thickness and planning finished levels.

Is a stainless steel Skimmer Lid required to be bonded/earthed?

Bonding/earthing requirements vary by local code and how equipotential bonding is implemented around the pool. Many guidelines reference bonding conductive items within 1.5m (5ft) of the water’s edge. Always confirm requirements with a licensed electrician in your jurisdiction. All HIDE stainless steel Skimmer Lids include a pre-drilled earthing/bonding hole in the frame to allow connection of a bonding wire where required.

What are my options if bonding/earthing is difficult on-site?

If bonding/earthing a stainless cover is problematic, HIDE offers a bond-free polymer option (and hybrid options depending on range) intended to address “bonding not achievable” situations. Choose the option that matches your project requirements and confirm with your electrician.

Why does HIDE use a safety key—can the lid be lifted by hand?

HIDE uses a key access system so the lid cannot be lifted by hand—it’s child-resistant and helps prevent unauthorised access without the safety key.

What maintenance is required for stainless steel Skimmer Lids?

Maintain your skimmer lid with regular care and maintenance, and avoid harsh chemicals commonly used around pools. NEVER use acid wash or chemical wash on your stainless steel skimmer lid, as it can cause damage and discolouration.

Where are HIDE Skimmer Lids made, and what warranty is offered?

HIDE Covers are crafted from 316L marine grade stainless steel in our factory in Yatala, Queensland, and come with a 20-year stainless steel warranty—backing our product with long-term confidence.

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Contact details

At HIDE Skimmer Lids, we believe in supporting those who support us, by providing exceptional customer service along with high-quality products. Should you have any questions or require further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us. Our dedicated team is committed to providing you the support you need to succeed.

www.skimmerlids.com.au

Head Office Admin Brisbane (Yatala) 
(07) 3807 2551

admin@skimmerlids.com.au

NSW

Sarah-Jane Winston: Sales Manager
(0447 981 121)

sarahjane@skimmerlids.com.au

VIC/SA/TAS/WA

Brett Dodge: Sales Manager
(0499 260 254)

brett.dodge@skimmerlids.com.au

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