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Eucalyptus Poolside Furniture: The Affordable and Sustainable Choice
Eucalyptus Patio Furniture is growing in popularity as the wood of choice for outdoor patio furniture. In the past, teak reigned supreme over most other choices of wood because of its strength, beauty, and durability, but teak furniture is generally very expensive. Many homeowners are unable or unwilling to spend large sums of money on their outdoor furniture. Eucalyptus furniture offers homeowners a much more affordable alternative that rivals the strength and durability of teak.
Why Choose Eucalyptus?
Eucalyptus trees originated in Australia, but they were first introduced to other parts of the world by the Cook expedition of 1770. In some places, these trees have become an invasive… Continue reading
Fun Pool Floats for Adults
We have a unique assortment of pool floats designed to help adults have more fun in the pool! Our oversized cooler couch keeps your favorite beverage right at hand by storing them in the cooler in the base of the float. Our Port-O-Pong floating pong table has built in cup holders for a floating game of beverage pong that will create a party in your pool. The Cabana Islander is like having a floating cabana in your pool. It includes a center swim porthole, a boarding platform, and a floating 16 quart cooler. We have multi-person floats for your whole crowd to enjoy. With our large selection of grown-up pool toys, you will be entertained all summer long.
Put Your Pool to Work for Outdoor Gatherings
The next time you plan a romantic dinner or cozy gathering on the patio or at poolside, put your swimming pool to work. Pool fountains create a dramatic backdrop for any outdoor event, and they provide an easy and tasteful way to dress up your outdoor areas.
Some pool fountains spray in multi-leveled tiers and provide an elegant effect:
Other pool fountains feature spinning parts that create beautiful arcs and patterns of falling water:
For a more subtle visual effect, there are also pool fountains that recreate the naturally soothing sounds of waterfalls:
Using any kind of pool fountain allows you to turn your swimming pool into a key contributor to the ambiance and style of your… Continue reading
Make Your Own Backyard Water Park
Indoor and outdoor water parks seem to be in every town these days, and their numbers continue to grow. Savvy parents know that these “vacation destinations” are rarely worth the expensive admission fee. Additionally, indoor and outdoor water parks use an excessive amount of chemicals in their water to keep bacteria and germs from hundreds of visitors at bay, which leads to irritated eyes and skin. Kids love these places, though, so how do parents entice their young ones to stay home and enjoy the swimming pool in their own backyards?
One easy way to make the backyard pool more exciting for kids is to add a pool slide for action packed fun. Pool… Continue reading
Spruce Up Your Pool Side this Season with Resin Furniture…Seriously
Pool furniture takes a real beating over the course of a swimming season. Wet towels, wet bodies, standing water, residue from sun tanning products, and harsh weather take a toll on standard variety furniture. Because of this, cheap, flimsy furniture for your pool is not the ideal choice. The kind of furniture you can obtain from your local big box department store or home improvement warehouse is usually fairly affordable, but it is also usually made poorly, not particularly comfortable or attractive, and lasts only two or three seasons before needing to be replaced. More and more, homeowners are choosing to upgrade to a better quality of pool furniture to take advantage of its long life, good looks, and real… Continue reading