Tecsteel window well covers sit flat on top of window well. Covers are manufactured from angle frame and expanded metal to allow for maximum light to go to the basement. Covers are engineered to carry a vertical load of 200 lb/ 2 sqft. Covers prevent accident fall into the window well it also prevents any build up of snow, weed and debris which could lead to basement flooding. In case of emergency the cover can be easily flipped over on to the ground side to allow for easy escape.