Floating about the pool with your buddies on some incredibly excellent pool floats, in our opinion, is a need on a hot summer day. Inflatables may be a great way to spice up your summer water fun, but they, like your pool, require regular inspection.

At the beginning of the summer, it’s a good idea to properly examine your pool floats. It’s preferable to replace them if you find any damage or other problems that can’t be fixed. Remember to use your common sense! Inflatables that have lain dormant for a long time may simply require a good cleaning to get back to their former glory.

Pool noodle cleaning is recommended three to four times a year, whereas inflatable and plastic toys can be cleaned as needed throughout the course of the season. Floats must be properly dried before being stored in an enclosed area once they have been cleaned because mold, mildew, and bacteria may thrive in damp conditions. Maintaining the cleanliness of your pool toys can ensure that you have a safe and enjoyable time at the pool all summer long.

Here’s a detailed guide on cleaning pool floats.

Deflate the Floats

Your inflatable pool supplies may be floating in the water all day, but that doesn’t mean they’re clean. Deflating your pool float to let the air out is the first step in cleaning it.

Clean the Floats

It is possible to clean your float in a variety of ways, and all of them will leave it shining clean. The following are some instances of mixtures used for cleaning;

Soap and Water:

A pail of warm water and soap is all you need. Then, use a sponge to clean the float’s surface with the solution. Scrubbing too vigorously might create a rip or leaking.

Vinegar and Water:

In a spray bottle, combine white vinegar and water. Inflatables should be sprayed with a light mist, then scrubbed with a sponge (a mild one works just fine). Dry in the sun after washing with clean water, then store in an airtight container.

Baking Soda and Water:

It’s as simple as adding 1/4 cup baking soda to around a quart of warm water and stirring it all together. Dip a sponge into the solution and clean your pool float. Dry in the sun after washing with clean water, then store in an airtight container.

Bleach and Water:

Mix a tablespoon of bleach with a gallon of water, then apply the solution to your float using a sponge or soft brush. It’s critical to let the float dry fully before inflating it, as doing so might result in mold and mildew resurfacing inside the float. Bleach is highly active in killing bacteria.