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Summer has officially come to an end, and for most people, that means pool season is behind them. During the summer months, you may have purchased many fun pool items for yourself or for your children, including goggles, inflatables, floaties, and diving rings. Now that these items are no longer being used, you may wonder how you can properly store them so that they can be used again next year. Here are a few tips for storing summer pool items.
Allow Your Pool Items to Thoroughly Dry
The first step that you need to take when you are storing your summer pool items after summer is over is to allow your pool items to thoroughly dry. After deflating or using your items for the last time, leave them outside to dry. Try to rotate or move them so that water trapped in the creases and crevices is able to get out. If any water remains, your item can develop mildew or mold, so it is important to ensure they do dry completely.
Sprinkle a bit of Baking Soda in Plastic Inflatables
If you have any plastic inflatables that you are storing for the summer, such as pool ride-on toys, small inflatable pools or slip and slides, you will want to sprinkle a small amount of baking soda on the inflatable before you store it. The baking soda helps to soak up any moisture that may remain, while also helping to prevent the inflatable from becoming smelly while it is being stored.
Store the Pool Items in a Waterproof Container Away From Sunlight
The final step for storing summer pool items is to fold the items up and store the pool items in a waterproof container. When possible, keep the container away from sunlight and heat exposure. This can heat the items inside of the container up, causing damage to them. If you follow these tips, your items will be ready to use the next time pool season rolls around.
Having a pool can help to enhance the fun you have during the summer months. If you are in the market for apartments in Raleigh, North Carolina and are looking for a community with a stunning pool, check out The Tribute. We have a stunning Grecian-style saltwater pool with an expansive sundeck. Stop by and check out our pool and our community for yourself.
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As the weather starts to warm up, swimsuit season is fast approaching. That means the time for fun poolside parties is almost upon us. If you would like to throw a pool party worth remembering this summer, check out these three tips.
Figure Out Your Theme
When you host a pool party, a theme isn't always necessary since the pool itself is the theme. However, creating fun themes such as an island getaway and putting up decorations to go along with it can make your pool party more unique and entertaining.
Plan Games
A swimming pool provides plenty of entertainment, and your guests will probably have plenty of fun spending the majority of the time splashing in the water or relaxing poolside. Planning a few pool-related games that are appropriate for the age of your guests, though, is a great way to spice up your pool party even more.
Don't Forget the Snacks and Drinks
Swimming burns a lot of calories, which means that it's easy to become hungry very quickly. Likewise, it's important to stay hydrated when you are spending time out in the summer sun. As you go about planning your pool party, make sure that you set aside refreshments for you and your guests to enjoy. Having a picnic by the pool complete with a variety of tasty snacks and a cooler full of cold drinks is one great way to make sure that there is plenty to eat and drink at your pool party.
Conclusion
On hot summer days, nothing beats spending time with friends and family in a cool, refreshing pool. Pool parties are a summertime classic, and following the tips above should help you plan a pool party that your guests are sure to love.
Of course, one essential requirement for a great pool party is a pool. At our Raleigh apartments, we have a Grecian-style saltwater pool complete with a sundeck that is perfectly suited for memorable summertime pool parties. If you would like to learn more about the amenities we offer or the floor plans that we have available, we invite you to contact us today.
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