Elevate your backyard from the ordinary to the oasis with these ten must-have home swimming pool additions. Whether you’re just breaking ground on your brand new backyard or you’re looking to add to your current pool setup, these must-haves will make all the difference when it comes to enjoying your own piece of paradise.
Go whimsical with a waterfall
Promote relaxation and whimsy with a stylish waterfall. Splash around or bask in your very own cascade of water. Prefab waterfalls are easy to install in your existing pool, or if you’re looking for something more unique, go for a custom focal point.
Choose inspired, unique tiling
Tiling can evoke exotic, tropical climates and vacation destinations. A blue and white honeycomb pattern will transport you to Santorini in Greece. Or, if a Turkish bath is more your vibe, consider deep purple and red ottoman mosaic tiles.
Put on a light show with LED lighting
If you love night swims or entertaining past sundown, this is the feature for you. LED lights can transform your pool with a wide range of colors and effects. Best of all, LED lights are eco-friendly, don’t use a lot of energy, and won’t cost you a fortune on your next utility bill.
Create the ideal ambiance with an outdoor sound system
The best outdoor speakers are heat and water-resistant, so don’t be afraid to set them up in the splash zone! Sync your outdoor speakers with your indoor audio system and enjoy your tunes as you transition from indoors to outdoors.
Sip your favorite drink at your own swim-up bar
A swim-up bar makes everyone think of blended frozen cocktails at an all-inclusive resort, but you don’t need to book a ticket down south to experience this level of luxury. Equip your very own swim-up bar with a mini-fridge and blender for the whole tiki cabana experience.
Pick out personalized natural rock features
If you’re looking to bring more nature into your setup, consider going with some rock features. Anyone can create a gorgeous, custom look with a range of different colors, textures, shapes, and sizes. For added dimension, match accent rocks with the colors in your tiling.
Enjoy the soothing sound of a spillway
Elevate your aesthetics with a spillway; a cascade of water that flows from one part of your pool to the next. Connect your built-in spa and pool with a spillway to create an open, flowing feel. You can also set up spillways around the outside of your pool, on a rock feature, or decorative wall, to cultivate the tranquil sound of falling water.
Recharge in a custom spa
Nothing will make your backyard feel more polished and contemporary than a built-in spa extension. Enjoy a soak after a swim or soothe your aches and pains. If you’re looking for something more private, a standalone spa surrounded by lattice will provide the seclusion you need for some true rest and relaxation.
Surprise the kids with a slide
Bring all the fun of a waterpark home with a slide. Slides are easy to add, and there’s no shortage of choice when it comes to size and shape. If you have the room, go with a loop or twist or two!. Soon, you’ll be loving this addition as much as the kids.
Elevate your surroundings with an infinity-edge
An infinity edge produces a stunning visual effect; a pool that never ends. Infinity pools work like waterfalls, allowing water to flow over the edge and into a lower pool where it’s circulated back into the system. If you’ve got a view, enhance it with this incredible feature and immerse yourself in the landscape.
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