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The Best Inground Swimming Pool Accessories

Chad Maag • September 16, 2022

If you’re the new owner of an inground swimming pool or plan to become one soon, you may be wondering what kind of pool accessories you'd like to add to the area. It’s a good question because there are many types of accessories in several categories, and some are more important than others.

Pool Safety Accessories
Pool Care Accessories
Pool Area Entertainment and Fun Accessories

Take a look at the things you need to know about choosing accessories for your inground pool.

Pool Safety Accessories

Safety first is a mantra that pool owners have to take seriously. Swimming pools have numerous benefits – they’re good exercise, they make great spaces for parties and get-togethers, they’re good entertainment, and they help you stay cool in hot weather – but it can’t be denied that they also have a dangerous side and some risks need to be mitigated. The CDC explains that drowning is a leading cause of unintentional death worldwide and that children are particularly at risk. Of course, not all swimming-related injuries lead to death, and preventing nonfatal injuries is important as well.

Perhaps most importantly, pool owners should have some type of barrier to prevent anyone from accessing the pool when they shouldn’t. This is important for protecting your own children and pets as well as keeping neighborhood children and pets out of the pool. You may also be legally required to have a pool barrier of some kind in place. Safety gates or fences are common choices. Typically, a safety fence is taller and more permanent than a gate, as well as unclimbable. To be considered safety gates or fences, they should be self-closing and self-locking. Pool covers and safety nets that cover the pool can also help prevent drownings and injury in some cases, and covers help protect the pool and keep it clean, as well.

There are smaller safety accessories that pool owners should have, including a life ring, safety rope, safety hook, and first aid kit. Pool signs that specify rules like not running or diving, point out hazards, and list other safety and cleanliness requirements can also be a good investment – sometimes it does help people remember the rules if they can see them written down. LED lights can be a safety feature for night swimming, but they double as an entertainment and decorative feature. Available in fun colors and styles, they not only light up the area but can also look great and bring a shine to a nighttime pool gathering.

Pool Care Accessories

Once you’ve taken care of pool safety, pool care is another important consideration. Your pool is an investment, so you want to take care of it. A clean pool is also much more comfortable to swim in. Even if you use a pool and spa service to take care of your pool’s chemical balance and make sure it stays clean and in good repair, you’ll at least need a leaf skimmer to take care of random floating debris that can end up in your pool at any time.

You may also want to invest in a pool vacuum cleaner. Many robotic vacuum cleaners come highly recommended, not only because they’re easy to use and require minimal effort, but also because they can operate without needing to be connected to your pool pump. The pool pump uses a lot of electricity, so this type of pool vacuum can save you some money in the long run. A good pool brush helps clean algae and other types of dirt and grime off the sides of your pool so it continues to look sparkling clean.

Pool Area Entertainment and Fun Accessories

Once you’ve taken care of the safety measures and all of the necessary pool upkeep, it’s time to have some fun. After all, isn’t that the point? You can enjoy swimming in a pool without much more than a bathing suit, sure, but why not add some entertainment and recreation accessories that will enhance your experience?

Bring some tunes to your swim session without worrying about the safety of your electronics around the water by using a Bluetooth pool speaker – these are speakers that float in the pool with you, so you can liven up a party of swimmers or just synchronize your swimming to your favorite music. There are tons of options available for floating drink and snack holders – if you’re comfortable allowing food and beverages in the pool, these accessories should help prevent spills.

For parties or family fun times, you can find ways to bring games that are typically land-based to your pool. Go for an inflatable volleyball net or a floating card table with laminated playing cards and host a poker game in the pool. If you want to go all out, get an inflatable screen and a projector to project movies into the pool while you swim.

Of course, no pool would be complete without some flotation devices for relaxing and floating around. There are all kinds of inflatable rings, hammocks, and rafts, so you can choose the ones that suit you and your family best. Don’t forget to pick up some floating pool noodles as well – these are inexpensive, plentiful, and versatile – they can be used for games, water exercises, or just lounging around in the water.

Conclusion

There are all kinds of accessories available for your new pool, so the sky is the limit. However, you should prioritize pool safety accessories and pool care accessories, as these are necessary to make sure you and your family or guests can enjoy the pool fully and safely. After those are taken care of, take advantage of the many fun accessories that boost your fun in the pool!