When the weather is hot, there’s nothing like basking in the sun on your pool float. Whether it’s for getting a tan, something for your kids to play with, or a way to keep your dog entertained, there’s a pool float for everybody. Pool floats are even becoming a status symbol!
Here’s some of our Favorite pool floats for adults, kids and pets!
This Swimline Blossom Double Comfort lounge is a great way to soak in the sun, with plenty of room for two people! It’s very stable, so you can stay dry if you want, and roll into the swimming pool whenever you’d like!If you want a little bit of shade, the Canopy Island Inflatable Lounge is comfortable, provides a sun shade to block the glaring summer sun, and has cup holders to keep your beverages nearby! Interested in just a small little float so you can stay partially in the water? The OUTERDO Water Hammock is compact, easy to store, and your body stays cool because the hammock soaks in the water while keeping your head and knees afloat.
Floats can add a LOT of fun for your kids when they’re playing in your pool. Depending on their age, there are lots of options.For young children, often the best options are inexpensive floats that are essentially ‘floating toys’. You can get float toys that are shaped like dinosaurs, unicorns, or even an inflatable airplane. These toys can make pool time lots of fun for your kids and their friends. For older kids and for activities for kids and adults, there are some great floating games. For families that enjoy active options, there are great choices. One of our favorites is the Swimline Giant Shootball Basketball Swimming Pool Game Toy. For anybody that enjoys basketball, this is a great way to spend an afternoon. You can play on your own and work on your basketball shooting, play shootball with any number of players, or get two hoops and play a full-on game of water basketball!
Finally, you don’t want to leave your dog out of the fun! When your dog sees your float toys, he’s going to want to jump all over your pool float! The benefit of buying one specific for dogs, is that they are much more sturdy. For example, the SwimWays Spring Float Paddle Paws Dog Pool Float is built with a paw-and-claw-friendly fabric covering for puncture resistance. It comes in two sizes – depending on the size of your dog. Another popular option is the KOOLTAIL Paw Dog Pool Float Large Inflatable Raft. Reviewers give this product great reviews, and dogs seem to have a great time!Some dogs don’t want to sit still while they’re around the pool. For these dogs, you’re probably better off getting a pool toy that you can use from your own pool float. Dogs love to chase sticks, so a great toy for the pool is the ChuckIt! Amphibious Bumper Floating Fetch Toy. You can relax on your own pool float and throw the fetch toy for your dog., while your dog chases the Fetch toy all around the pool! The ChuckIt toy is durable. It’s constructed using nylon, rubber, and memory foam to make a long-lasting dog toy that is soft on your dog’s mouth for comfortable carrying.Pool floats are an essential part of pool life – for adults, for kids, and even adults! Pick up a new toy and have more fun swimming!
Want to learn more about algaecide? Read on to find out when to add algaecide to your pool maintenance routine and other helpful tips.
In this quick guide, we’ll answer the question “can you over shock a pool” and unveil the factors to consider when shocking a pool.
Maintaining both pH and total alkalinity in your swimming pool is important for keeping your pool properly sanitized and non-corrosive. Total alkalinity is to pH what cyanuric acid is to free chlorine. Total alkalinity stabilizes pH levels. The ideal pool pH level is 7.4 to 7.6. The ideal total alkalinity level is 80 to 120 ppm.
The Association of Pool and Spa Professionals recommends free chlorine levels for both swimming pools and hot tubs be kept between 2.0 and 4.0 ppm. However, the Center for Disease Control recommends free chlorine stay above 1 ppm in pools and 3 ppm in hot tubs.