How to Set Up a Relaxing Backyard Pool Area

A pool becomes a proper retreat once you add the right accessories around it. Here is how to turn a plain pool into a comfortable, fun space the whole family will use.

Start with comfort on the water

• Floats and loungers for lazy afternoons — a hammock-style float lets you relax without effort.
• A floating tray keeps drinks and phones within reach.
• Mix a couple of styles so there’s something for lounging and something for play.

Set the mood for evenings

Solar pool lights and a small fountain transform the pool after dark — LED edge lights and a light-show fountain add atmosphere with no wiring and no running cost.

Keep the poolside tidy

• A poolside organiser basket keeps floats, goggles and toys in one place.
• A non-slip ladder mat protects the liner and makes getting in safer.
• A foot bath by the steps keeps grass and grit out of the water.

Little touches that matter

A wireless thermometer tells you when the water’s ready, and a fountain adds gentle aeration that keeps the surface moving. Set it up once and the pool is ready whenever you are.

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