| A pool is one of the largest investments you'll | | | | families with children. There's more traction when |
| make when it comes to the value of your home. | | | | it comes to patio stones (as opposed to level |
| Investing thousands of dollars in a pool can mean | | | | concrete) and you'll never get a sliver with patio |
| a significant increase in your home's worth. | | | | stones (as opposed to wood). |
| Wouldn't you want to make the most of it? | | | | 3. Pool/Patio Furniture. Outdoor furniture (whether |
| There are a few very affordable accessories you | | | | made for inside the pool or around the pool) will |
| can add to your pool to make it more fun and to | | | | make a huge difference when it comes to the |
| increase the value of both your pool and your | | | | look and feel of your backyard. Many |
| home. Here are some options when it comes to | | | | homeowners are opting to purchase full couches |
| cashing in on your pool's worth: | | | | and lounge chairs to put by the pool. Many are |
| 1. Waterfalls. Adding a waterfall to your pool is | | | | also investing in floating chairs for inside the pool. |
| probably the most expensive recommendation | | | | The furniture going into your pool won't need to |
| we're going to make in this article but it also | | | | be as aesthetically pleasing as your patio furniture |
| offers the most value. If you add a fountain or | | | | - which should be modern and comfortable. |
| waterfall to your pool, you'll immediately distinguish | | | | 4. Nets. Pool nets are a great way to increase |
| yourself from every other homeowner on the | | | | activity and make your pool more fun. Volleyball |
| block (maybe even the city). Waterfalls are a | | | | nets and basketball nets are the most popular |
| great way to enhance the ambiance of your | | | | sports' nets when it comes to accessorizing your |
| outdoor area and add a little splash to your | | | | pool and won't cost you a very significant amount |
| backyard. | | | | of money. Potential homebuyers might see a pool |
| 2. Patio. Consumers beware: Decks are out and | | | | net as a bonus to an already lovely pool. |
| patios are in. If you've recently installed a | | | | 5. Pool Covers. While a pool cover may not be |
| backyard pool and are deciding on what to put | | | | the most aesthetically pleasing accessory for your |
| around it, we highly suggest patio stones. Not only | | | | pool, it is one of the most valuable. A strong, |
| do patio stones look more expensive and | | | | durable pool cover can add years to life of your |
| contemporary but they're actually safer for | | | | pool and will help keep it clean year-round. |