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Heres what to use instead.

So yeah, a pool can be quite the money-guzzler.

Things to Never Put in Your Pool, Acc to Expert Tout

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Using glassware in or near a pool is a really, really bad idea, Toedter says.

Bigger issues such as having to drain the entire poolyikes!

Its a costly, time-consuming process.

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Glass is simply not worth the risk!

You wouldnt plug in a hair dryer near the pool, would you?

It goes without saying that electricity and pool water dont mix, Toedter says.

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Thats fine, Toedter explains, as long as it meets certain criteria.

Some speakers even float, and others include festive light show features.

Thisrechargeable, waterproof bluetooth speakerfloats in the pool and produces a colorful underwater light show.

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Of course, there are other important reasons to swap out aerosols, too.

Aerosol sunscreen can be hard to apply evenly, leaving swimmers vulnerable to patches of sunburn.

Its common, yes, but its a big no-no.

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UseLeslies 3-Inch Jumbo Tabsinstead.

Stabilized chlorine tablets are the most popular daily sanitizer and offer the highest available chlorine content, Toedter explains.

But dont get too lost in your luxury hotel-pool inspiration because planting certain plants near the pool isnt realistic.

Leslie’s 3 in. Jumbo Chlorine Pool Tabs

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Especially if theyre messy.

Every time they shed debris, you spend extra time cleaning the pool.

They added, I will definitely purchase from this company in the future.

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However, these items can become tripping hazards or get carried off in the wind, Toedter says.

And you certainly dont want things blowing into the pool and causing a clog.

and chips and guac!

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but the pool and combination of food drinks dont make a great comboeven if your growling stomach thinks so.

Just remember, no glassware!

Most importantly, it keeps your food and drinks balanced on the water.One shopperwrote, Were obsessed with this!

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My husband and I absolutely love this floating drink holder.

And its just more fun to drink out [of] a floating drink.

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