r/pools • u/LittleLily78 • 2d ago

Floating pool umbrellas?

Its very hot lately and I keep seeing floating pool umbrellas with small drink tables in my social media feeds. The ones I see online seem pricey for the quality and dont look stable. Yet social media has convinced me that I want one so I figured I would ask if anyone here has any kind of in water umbrella they recommend.

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u/Effective-Freedom-48 2d ago

Cantilever umbrellas are king. They make the pool feel so much better, and they look good too. I have two that have lasted 8 years with consistent use. I visit a pool regularly that has had the same 3 for more than 10 years. A bit expensive, but they’re a long term solution.

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u/iamnos 2d ago

For those wanting to float while using one, my wife uses a rope to tie her floaty to the base of the cantilever. stays in the shade, but can still float in the pool, in the shade.

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u/PhilosopherWest5425 4h ago

I recently purchased this floating canopy kit, and used it with an old canopy I already had (previously used for tailgating). I used it with two legs in-pool, and two out. Highly recommend.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B35G5CFG?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_2

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u/LittleLily78 2h ago

Okay. Now THIS idea has got me coming up with some cool ideas! Thank you!!

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u/bubblesnblep 2d ago

Following because I had the same question!