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Getting Summer pool party ready
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items These items are for those people heading to or having a pool party this summer. It's time to start preparing . I am a pool owner so I have added a few must haves as a pool owner to keep your pool ready for your next party
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Floats
Games
the extras
Food Serving Essentials
Lounging Necessitates
pool cleaning
Floats
These are ones I own that love for their durability. I have found some of the cheaper ones rip at the seams
This one is super comfortable and I love the drink holder. This one keeps you up out of the water more than others
Sunikko X 2-in-1 Pool Floats Adult Luxury Inflatable Lounge Chair with Headrest and Cup Holders, Extra Large Float for Lounging, Pool Parties, Hawaii Style, 73" L x 52" W
I love this one but note if your pool is small it takes up a lot of space
LUSVNEX Tanning Pool Lounger Float, Inflatable Pool Floats Adult Size, Suntan Tub Party Toys for Outdoor, Backyard, Swimming Pool, Lake
this one is durable for a single person and set you down in the water a little bit more than the other single one I shared once again, has a great drink holder
Aqua Campania Ultimate 2-in-1 Pool Float Lounge
I like to have floats for the kids too, basically so they stay out of my float
Sloosh 4 Pack Inflatable Pool Floats Fruit Tube Rings, Fruit Pool Tubes, Pool Floaties Toys, Beach Swimming Party Toys for Kids and Adults
the most versatile pool float around!!
Pool Noodle, FixFind 5 Pack of 52 Inch Hollow Foam Pool Swim Noodle, Bright Foam Noodles for Swimming, Floating and Craft Projects
Games
of the games that we have at our house that are always very popular when we have a pool party
there are a lot of floating beer pong games we have had a couple of different and really like this with the best. It takes up less space both in the pool and a storage.
GoPong Pool Pong Rack Floating Beer Pong Set, Includes 2 Rafts and 3 Pong Balls
if you own a pool and have boys or even girls, this is their favorite game to play at least it’s mine. I would highly recommend spending the money on a good one those cheap ones that float in the water just do not work.
Dunn-Rite Splash & Shoot Outdoor Adjustable Height Swimming Pool Basketball Hoop w/Ball, Base, & 18 Inch Stainless Steel Rim for Adults & Kids, Clear
these are always a favorite at our pool parties. Just beware everybody’s getting wet
Max Liquidator 6-Pack Water Blaster Set
I always like having these at the pool when there’s kids that come over it gives them something to do
JOYIN 18Pcs Diving Pool Toys for Kids, Swimming Pool Toy with Storage Bag Includes 4 Pool Rings, 4 Diving Sticks, 4 Bandits, 6 Treasures Underwater Swim Pool Games for Ages 8-12
this is the exact one that we have our pool isn’t great for this kind of volleyball so we really don’t use the volleyball but if you have a pool that is, this would be perfect. If not, I also shared just a basketball goal by it
Dunn-Rite PoolSport Swimming Pool Basketball Hoop w/Ball, Base, & 13.5 Inch Stainless Steel Rim for Adults & Kids, Choose Basketball or Basketball and Volleyball Combo
the extras
you don't need these to have a successful party, but they are just those finishing touches
I have these around just for my adult only pool parties
iShyan Inflatable Drink Holder, 15 Pack Drink Floats Inflatable Cup Holders Flamingo Coasters for Swimming Pool Party
Food Serving Essentials
These are the items you will need when serving up your guests at a pool party!
These melamine serving pieces are perfect for by the pool. Beautiful and stylish like pottery but unbreakable
Cerified International Talavera 3-Piece Melamine Hostess/Serving, Set, Multicolored
This beautiful bowl is perfect for summer salads!
Certified International Talavera Melamine 13.75" x 2.75" Large Serving Bowl, Multicolor -
These serving platters are great for summer grilled burgers and hotdogs!
Cerified International Talavera 2-Piece Melamine Platter, Set, Multicolored
I had to include this one. I loved the unique shape of this platter. Perfect for sweet treats!
Certified International Talavera Melamine 19" x 8" Rectangular Platter, Multicolor
For my smaller pool parties I like to use this melamine dinnerware. bigger parties let's be honest it's paper!!
Amazon Basics Melamine Dinnerware Set, Service for 4, Traditional Blue and White - Set of 12
I hate bugs and flies especially near my food!! This will keep them away at your summer parties!
4Pack Mesh Food Covers 17inch, Outdoor Food Covers, Picnic Accessories, BBQ & Parties Food Tent, Fruit Cover (Net yarn white)
Lounging Necessitates
when you're sitting out enjoying the sun, these are the necessities that everyone by your pool will need
we have lots of stray beach towels, but for my parties, I always like to have these matching striped ones you can get the six pack or 12 pack for fairly inexpensive.
Ben Kaufman Cabana Stripe Beach & Pool Towel - Large Cotton Terry Beach Towel - Soft & Absorbant - Assorted Colors - 30" x 60" - 6 Pack
It’s a must there’s sunscreen by the pool. I like the neutrogena. it doesn’t spray greasy and won’t leave the area around your pool slippery after spraying
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Body Mist SPF 70 Sunscreen Spray, Broad Spectrum UVA/UVB Protection, Lightweight, Non-Greasy Water Resistant Body Sunscreen Mist, Non-Comedogenic, 5 oz
pool cleaning
the necessities to have your pool sparkling before your party!!
cleaning tools necessary to open that pool up
In The Swim Pool Super Opening Chemical Start Up Kit - Above Ground and In-Ground Swimming Pools - Up to 35,000 Gallons
The necessities for every day cleaning
U.S. Pool Supply Pool Maintenance Kit with Leaf Skimmer Net, Brush, and Adjustable Telescopic Pole - 6" Deep Mesh Netting, Nylon Scrub Brush, Clean Sweep Debris from Walls, Floors, Steps, Spas, Ponds
we generally check the chemicals on our pool once or twice a week, and always about every day for two or three days leading up to a party
Taylor K-1004 DPD, 6-in-1 Pool Test Kit for for Free & Total Chlorine, Bromine, pH, Acid Demand, Total Alkalinity, 100+ Tests, Quick & Easy for Pools & Spas | Made in The USA
especially if you don’t have a roll top pool cover you need one of these cleaners in your pool. The price point on this one is very reasonable and the product works very well.
Dolphin Nautilus CC Plus Robotic Pool Vacuum Cleaner—Wall Climbing Capability—Top Load Filters for Easy Maintenance—Ideal for Above/In-Ground Pools Upto 50 FT in Length