Splish, splash is just the beginning when you have everything you need for a rollicking pool party
Fire up the snow cone machine, and turn on that outdoor movie projector
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All you need for a pool party is a pool and some people — technically. Still, everyone wants a gathering that guests will remember long after the summer melts into fall. Line up these eight items, and that is exactly the kind of bash you'll be throwing.
BenQ GS50 Outdoor Projector
Watching a movie outside is always a kick
This splash-resistant projector helps your pool party easily transition into movie night. The lightweight device delivers "super clear" visuals and sharp sound that "gets loud enough that you feel like you're in a movie theater," Travel and Leisure said. It runs for up to two hours on battery, and there is a cord to plug in if you want to have a movie marathon. Point the projector at a blank wall or white sheet, or pair it with the Elite Screens Yard Master 2 Screen, which "boosts the brightness" of the video, Better Homes & Gardens said. (BenQ GS50 outdoor Projector: $649, £490.08, Amazon; Elite Screens Yard Master 2 Screen: $163, £123, Amazon)
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BOTE Inflatable Hangout Sling Chair
Float the day away in this cozy sling chair
Good luck getting your guests to slip out of this ultra comfortable sling chair. Weighing less than six pounds, the U-shaped float inflates easily and boasts impressive features like magnetic drink holders that ensure your bottles and cans stay put. The foam padding adds to the experience, providing body support throughout the day. Each chair comes with a repair kit, hand pump and mesh carrying sling. ($225, £169.91, BOTE)
Cuisinart Snow Cone Maker
Snow cones are a quintessential summer treat
Cuisinart's "easy-to-use" snow cone machine works quickly, Food & Wine said, grinding enough ice for four treats in under one minute. The ice lands in a drawer you can pull out, for mess-free access, and produces a "crunchy" texture. If you plan on employing a snow cone machine at all your events, this one is a "nice, affordable option." ($60, £45.31, Amazon)
Fender x Teufel Rockster Go2 speaker
This powerful Fender x Teufel collaboration offers crystal-clear sound
Keep the music going all party long with this waterproof, lightweight Bluetooth speaker. Fender and Teufel are both trusted audio brands, and this sleek portable speaker offers "gorgeous aesthetics" and "balanced, clear" sound for the price, Tom's Guide said. One charge ensures about 28 hours of battery life. ($100, £74.58, Amazon)
Funboy Leisure Island floating hammock
Grab a pal or two and get floating
Now this is how you lounge. Funboy's water hammock is spacious, with a removable backrest for extra support and a large mesh area that allows the water to come up and cool you off.
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Made of heavy duty inflatable material, this chic float has room for the whole gang — it can hold up to four adults, or 600 pounds total. ($700, £527.84, Funboy)
Loftek Glowing Ball Lights
An illuminated pool looks beautiful at night
These glowing, floating balls add a pop of color and light to your party. Using a remote, you can change the color to one of 16 options and also alter the brightness of each ball. Select from a variety of sizes, starting at 6 inches up to 20 inches. Each LED ball is rechargeable using a USB cable. (Starting at $28, £21.14, Amazon)
Poza Inflatable Gold Floating Cooler
Poza's floating cooler has pizzazz
This floating confetti-filled cooler is a "showstopper," Travel and Leisure said, allowing partiers to "fill up on canapés and snacks without leaving the water." Made of tear-resistant PVC and available in a "range of sparkly metallic colors," the cooler has eight holders of various sizes for ice, cans, bottles, snacks, phones and speakers. ($18, £13.59, Amazon)
Watermelon Ball
Watermelon Ball is a fun pool activity for adults and kids
Throw it, kick it, bounce it — the Watermelon Ball does it all underwater. An activity that everyone can join in on is vital for a pool party, and the bouyant Watermelon Ball, which floats the same way the actual fruit does, fits the bill. Just load it with water, and let the games begin. ($25, £18.88, Amazon)
Catherine Garcia has worked as a senior writer at The Week since 2014. Her writing and reporting have appeared in Entertainment Weekly, The New York Times, Wirecutter, NBC News and "The Book of Jezebel," among others. She's a graduate of the University of Redlands and the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism.
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