Can POLYWOOD furniture be used in a pool or on a tanning ledge?
POLYWOOD’s Laguna Collection is designed for in-pool use on tanning ledges or Baja shelves. The lounge chairs and accent pieces are made from marine-grade resin, which resists water, chlorine, salt, and UV rays.
Discrete fill and drain ports are on the undersides of the furniture; the former draws water in for added weight and stability, and the latter lets it out, making it easier to remove the furniture from the pool for cleaning or storage.
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Our other collections can be used in swimming pools, but we recommend doing so only for short periods. If you place your furniture on your tanning ledge, we advise removing it from salt water or chemically treated water as soon as you’re done using it and rinsing both the lumber and hardware with fresh water right away. This helps maintain the furniture's integrity and longevity.
FAQs
Q: Is POLYWOOD lumber waterproof?
A: Yes, Genuine POLYWOOD™ lumber is made from high-density polyethylene (HDPE), an extremely durable and waterproof plastic.
Q: Does POLYWOOD furniture float?
A: HDPE and marine-grade resin are less dense than water, so they float. To keep the furniture in our Laguna Collection from floating, we added weight. This helps it stay in place on shallow pool ledges and similar areas where the water is no more than nine inches deep. However, if the water is deeper, it might float.
We do not recommend using POLYWOOD furniture as flotation devices in swimming pools or other bodies of water. Doing so could cause injuries or damage the furniture.
Q: Will my furniture fade or get damaged if left on my pool ledge year-round?
A: You can leave marine-grade resin furniture on your pool’s tanning ledge year-round without worrying about damage from sun, salt, or chlorine.
Q: How do I clean Laguna furniture?
A: Marine-grade resin is easy to clean with soapy water and a soft-bristle brush. Make sure to rinse thoroughly and dry your furniture before placing it back on your pool ledge or storing it.
See detailed cleaning instructions on our Care & Maintenance page.