My DIY backyard pool made from a galvanized stock tank—simple, stylish, and budget-friendly. Cool off, relax, and enjoy farmhouse-chic summer vibes with the items I used to build it. Shop the essentials below to build your own!
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Pool Essentials
Pool
Items I ordered or bought for building my pool 💦
Pump attachments
Intex Above Ground Plunger Valves 2 Pack
I usually change the filter once a month.
INTEX 29003E Type A Pool Filter Cartridge 3-Pack
Pump I use for our pool!
INTEX C1500 Krystal Clear Cartridge Filter Pump
This is the out strainer that will get attached to one of the valves.
You may need to find someone with a truck to bring this home!
CountyLine 700 gal. Galvanized Round Stock Tank, 8 ft. x 2 ft.
Relaxing on here with a cool 😎 drink! Durable and cones in many colors!
SLOOSH Adjustable Backrest Pool Float - Blue
Sometimes you just don’t want to get out if the pool for a drink! Think smarter!
Floating Cooler For River or Pool - Coolers On Sale
This skimmer is great to clean the pool quickly. Extra long too!
Stingray Nets | The Pool Nets & Pool Poles The Pros Use – Piranha Pool ...
Bench
Items I bought to build my bench using ChatGPT!
You will need 3 boards. Make sure the wood isn’t bent.
2 in. x 8 in. x 8 ft. 2 Prime Ground Contact Pressure-Treated Southern Yellow ...
You will need 1 board. For connecting underside cross braces. 🔧 Home Depot will cut wood to size for free — ask them to trim the 2x4 into two 18” pieces (or to fit between the outer boards).
2 in. x 4 in. x 8 ft. 2 Ground Contact Pressure-Treated Southern Yellow Pine Lumber
You just need 1 box for attaching the cross braces underneath.
2-1/2 in - Deck Screws
You just need 1 bucket for long-lasting protection from water and sun!
Wood Waterproof/Sealer - Exterior Wood Sealers
To apply stain!
Stain Brush - Paint Brushes
Make your surroundings feel tropical with these!
Petitti Garden Centers
The blue accents give a summer vibe. Very thick material and the morning dew brushes off.
Outdoor Pillows
If you’re looking for more of a bench cushion, this one is great! We use two for our picnic table.
Outdoor Bench Cushions
Pool Essentials
If you’re gonna have a pool, you’re gonna need waterproof essentials!
Imagine laying on your float scrolling safely in the sun!
Hiearcool Waterproof Phone Pouch 2Pack 8.3"
We only use this cover to winterize the pool. Otherwise, you leave it uncovered to keep algae from growing.
LXKCKJ 12 Ft Round Solar Pool Cover Silver
I love these floating lights at night when sitting out!
LENONE 7 Inch Solar Floating Pool Balls LED
Why not have a turtle floating in your pool?
XY-WQ Turtle Chlorine Floater for Pools & Spas
This one container has lasted me two summers so far!
PROFELIZ 1 Inch Chlorine Tablets 1.35 lb
Pick some cute waterproof outdoor pillows to prop up next to a planter!
XXPILOS Outdoor Throw Pillows Set of 2 18x18
Find a cheap planter and fill it with empty water bottles. Then take these and shove them in between the water bottles and you’ll never have to take care of this planter!
HyeFlora Faux Daisy Flowers with Eucalyptus, 12 Bundles
Cute decor to hang pool towels instead of on the ground.
