Abstract: A swimmer's starting platform assembly and method includes a cylindrical anchor/post mating system having a keyed angular positioning device. Preferably, a starting platform has a cylindrical support post sized for mating engagement within a cylindrical bore of an anchor. The cylindrical support post has a mating key element configured to mate with an anchor key element when the cylindrical support post is inserted into the cylindrical bore to maintain a fixed angular orientation between the cylindrical support post and the cylindrical bore so that the starting platform is fixed with a desired orientation relative to the anchor.

Abstract: A flat shaped skimmer intake guard having hooks for attachment of the guard to the water intake to prevent intake from becoming blocked by medium and large toys, floatation devices, noodles, other pool accessories and man-made devices floating in the swimming pool or the like.

Abstract: A floating, multi-directional liquid skimming device, comprising a perimeter frame attached to a net, where the frame rotates relative to a central axis. A central axis element may be attached to a pole handle. Floatation elements can be located along the central axis. In operation, the frame floats at rest with the frame roughly parallel to the surface of the liquid, and where the top edge of the frame is above the liquid surface to retain collected debris. When the device is pulled toward the operator, the frame swivels relative to the surface, so the frame opening is facing the direction of travel, enabling capture of floating material. When the skimmer motion is stopped, inherent floatation causes the frame to quickly swivel back to the resting position. If the skimmer is pushed away from the operator, the frame opening swivels to face the new direction of travel.

Abstract: A generally horizontal platform has connected to a first end thereof a sloping ramp that extends into the water of a swimming pool. The ramp is provided with traction enhancing ribs to enable a pet to extricate itself from a pool should it accidentally fall in or tire from swimming. In a first embodiment, adjustable legs sit on the bottom of the pool and support a first end of the ramp while the horizontal platform is secured to decking to prevent its horizontal and vertical movement relative to the upper edge of the pool. In a second embodiment, a second ramp is connected to the opposite end of the horizontal platform and legs support the second ramp on a ground portion external to the pool. In a third embodiment, the ramp is cantilevered over the pool and buoyancy within the submersed sloping ramp provides support.

Abstract: A seal for a pool skimmer is provided. The seal is attached to the inner periphery of the faceplate, at the opening for fluid passage from the pool to the skimmer housing and filter assembly. In this manner, the surface of the seal is generally flush with the faceplate. Moreover, the fasteners which secure the faceplate and the skimmer housing to the pool sidewall remain accessible for later adjustment by the pool owner or pool service personnel with the seal securely in place.

Abstract: A flow diverting weir for attachment to a face plate of a skimmer of a swimming pool comprising an enclosed scoop member having an opening on one side to allow entry of water from the pool into the skimmer, the scoop member further includes a lower peripheral edge which carries flexible lip means for attachment to the skimmer face plate, the scoop member further includes a top surface carrying slot means and an elongated paddle removably received in the slot means, said paddle adapted to extend outwardly into the pool to divert an additional surface flow of pool water into the scoop member and skimmer.

Abstract: The pool skimmer screen is a device for preventing debris, bees, and other small insects and animals from being lodged in the pool skimmer. The skimmer screen, removably mounted to the swimming pool wall in front of the pool skimmer mouth, includes a substantially rigid support frame having a screen fitted taut therein. The skimmer screen includes a plurality of magnets mounted on the rear of the frame whereby the skimmer screen may be magnetically attached to the metallic surface of an above-ground swimming pool. The skimmer screen may be adapted for attachment to a swimming pool having plaster, tile or other non-metallic surface by the use of metallic pads mounted to the wall of the swimming pool and positioned to adhere to the magnets of the skimmer screen.

Abstract: This device will be available to the pool owner to clean the surface debris from a pool on a twenty-four hour seven day a week basis. It is free standing and can be moved from location to location around the perimeter of the pool depending on the pool. The ability to move it from location to location allows maximum efficiency to clean a pool. The device allows the net to be adjusted in a vertical direction to accommodate the varying level of water in the pool.

Abstract: An improved storage receptacle for an automatic swimming pool cleaning device that incorporates a cleaning head secured to a retractable hose includes a barrier that is selectively operated to block the opening of the storage receptacle and prevent the cleaning head from entering the storage receptacle during use and becoming trapped. The barrier is a rod slidably disposed within a tube adjacent to the receptacle opening, and hydraulic action drives the rod upwardly to block the opening of the storage receptacle.

Abstract: A winterizing seal for a pool skimmer includes a cover plate dimensioned to overlap the margins of the skimmer opening and having a support portion on its rear surface which extends into the skimmer passageway. A resiliently deformable gasket is provided on the support portion and is configured and dimensioned to bear on the side walls of the skimmer passageway to provide a leak-proof seal between the cover plate and the skimmer passageway. The gasket is pressed against the side walls of the skimmer passageway by a compression plate which is coupled to the cover plate by a nut.

Abstract: A combination foldable spa cover and lifting device including a folding spa cover with integral lifting sockets and a lifting device having a pair of first ends pivotally connectable to a spa structure, and second ends having engagement shafts keyed to the lifting sockets such that a folded spa cover is easily lifted and displaced to one side of the spa structure by pivot of the lifting device and transport of the folded spa cover.

Abstract: A pool skimmer basket kit for cleaning pool water is provided, which includes: a first skimmer basket having a peripheral wall portion and a bottom wall portion, each wall portion of the first skimmer basket defining therein a plurality of perforations of a first size; and a second skimmer basket having a peripheral wall portion and a bottom wall portion, each wall portion of the second skimmer basket defining therein a plurality of perforations of a second size. The pool skimmer basket kit of the invention may further include a third skimmer basket, the third skimmer basket having a peripheral wall portion and a bottom wall portion, each wall portion of the third skimmer basket defining therein a plurality of perforations of a third size. Each skimmer basket has a different color to one another for facilitating identification by the user.

Abstract: A top for a starting platform at one end of a swimming pool has an upper surface, which is adapted to support both feet of a swimmer in a starting position, and a lower surface, at which the top is mountable so that the upper surface slants downwardly and frontwardly. Ribs on the upper surface slant downwardly and laterally and channels between the ribs slant similarly so as to drain water from the upper surface. Along each lateral edge, an upper trough and a lower trough facilitate grasping by one hand of such a swimmer. The upper trough receives water drained by some of the channels. The front edge is connected to each lateral edge by a unitary grip, which a swimmer in a different position can grasp with one hand.

Abstract: A valve assembly for use in winterizing a swimming pool has a plurality of flow apertures and opens to allow water to flow out of the swimming pool pipes and conduits through a valve flow conduit and the flow apertures and into the pool, and closes under the pressure of the water in the pool to prevent the water from flowing back through the flow apertures, thereby enabling one to empty the pipes and conduits without having to drain the pool.

Abstract: A skimmer protector having an integral blow tube is formed from two parts. First, a hollow, blow-molded body of resilient thermoplastic resin material having a cylindrical projection on one end with external screw threads for threading into the intake pipe of a swimming pool skimmer. Second, an open integral tube running from and through said screw threaded portion to an opening elsewhere on its blow-molded body. The cylindrical projection on the body of the device is intended and designed to be threaded into the intake pipe or other part of a pool skimmer. When connected thereto, the skimmer protector is positioned to absorb/buffer the forces exerted by the expansion of ice as it freezes within the walled regions of the skimmer. Welding the aforesaid integral tube to the body serves to create a hermetically sealed air space between the tube and the outer walls of the body. This hermetically sealed air space helps to resiliently stiffen the body of the skimmer protector.

Abstract: A walk-on tray apparatus for concealing a pool cover operation system, is disclosed. A plurality of brackets each having a load-bearing upper portion may be attached to a sidewall of an elongate recess formed at one end of a pool, such that the load-bearing upper portions of the brackets extend in a substantially horizontal orientation. A plurality of platform sections each include a mortar veneer, a tray with an attachment plate removably disposed beneath an under side of the tray, and a nut-tightening arrangement, such that the load-bearing upper portions may be securely sandwiched between the under side of the tray and the attachment plate. The platform sections may reside in a side-by-side, sequential series. The mortar veneer may be formed directly on the tray, and the facade may be modified and customized to match the appearance of the perimeter sections of a pool deck. The veneer may be composed of mortar, resin and negligible amounts of fiberglass particles, forming an elastic composition.

Abstract: The pool tray has a horizontal surface having a perforations therein for allowing water to drain therefrom. The tray engages over a lip of the pool and is supported against a sidewall of the pool to maintain horizontal positioning. A cover which may be removable or hingedly fixed to the tray may be provided.

Abstract: Adaptor assemblies are detailed. Preferably for connecting automatic pool cleaning apparatus to return lines of swimming pool water-circulation systems, the assemblies utilize spurs that may affirmatively grip, or cut or gouge into, the return lines to retain the adaptors in position. Releasing the adaptors may occur with use of a release line which retracts the spurs when activated. Avoiding release of the spurs through rotation of the assemblies allows rotation for other purposes as, for example, to connect the device to a hose or other apparatus. A bellows or other assembly additionally may be included with the assemblies to facilitate their sealing against walls or other surfaces in which the return lines are embedded.

Abstract: A prefabricated pad for a pool and its associated method of installation under the liner of an above-ground pool. The prefabricated pad is interposed between the ground surface and the pool liner, wherein the prefabricated pad cushions the pool liner, reduces contact stresses against the pool liner and prevents the pool liner from being punctured by any object present below the pool. The prefabricated pad also supports the pool liner as the pool liner turns from the vertical walls of the pool to the flat bottom of the pool.

Abstract: A spa cover lift and cover construction that easily accommodates use with odd sizes and shapes of spas. The construction uses a column which is positioned at a single location about the periphery of the spa. A foot piece can be included at the bottom of the column which slips under the spa to use the weight of the spa and water to help hold the cover lift and cover securely. The column is preferably adjustable in height. It has pivot arms which extend in recesses formed in the underside of one half of the cover. The pivot arms extend from the column out to the side edges and are looped to form a handle and return that further supports the cover on the lift. The pivot arms may have tail ends that engage a bumper when the cover lift is retracted. Control arms may be pivotally connected between the column and pivot arms to resist erratic movements.

Abstract: A skimmer guard has first and second brackets configured to bear against opposite walls of a skimmer passageway, and a plurality of resiliently deflectable ribs extending between the first and second brackets for blocking objects from passing into the skimmer. The ribs are configured and dimensioned to bias the first and second brackets against the second wall of the skimmer passageway to hold guard in a fixed position.

Abstract: Provided herein is a buoyant ensemble comprising a plurality of chairs having a table centrally located among the chairs. An ensemble according to the invention is especially well-suited to be placed into a recreational body of water, such as a lake or swimming pool, to provide a location at which a small group of people may congregate to relax or take advantage of having a tabletop present in the water around which they may sit and relax or play board games such as chess, checkers, backgammon, dominoes, etc.

Abstract: A swimmer's starting platform assembly and method includes a cylindrical anchor/post mating system having a keyed angular positioning device. Preferably, a starting platform has a cylindrical support post sized for mating engagement within a cylindrical bore of an anchor. The cylindrical support post has a mating key element configured to mate with an anchor key element when the cylindrical support post is inserted into the cylindrical bore to maintain a fixed angular orientation between the cylindrical support post and the cylindrical bore so that the starting platform is fixed with a desired orientation relative to the anchor.

Abstract: A fountain water toy generally for use in a bathtub or pool is described. The toy generally comprises an at least partially submersible pump that is fluidly coupled with a fountain amusement assembly. The assembly includes one or more spouts through which water is streamed. Interchangeable characters heads or other fanciful representations are provided to place over the spouts such that when in operation water streams from the character heads. In one preferred embodiment, the amusement assembly comprises a faceplate assembly that removably mounts to a vertical surface such as the wall of a bathtub enclosure. The faceplate assembly of this preferred embodiment is fluidly connected to the pump through tubing. The pump is powered by a low voltage battery power source and as such there is no threat of shock or serious injury should the batteries that are normally sealed within the pump housing become exposed to the water.

Abstract: A barrier device for a pool to prevent debris on the pool water surface from entering the pool skimmer intake. The barrier device comprises a first or upper section of a size and shape to fit on or in the skimmer intake, and a second or lower hollow section connected to and in communication with the first section. The second section depends from the first section and has a lower end that is positioned to be disposed below the pool water surface when the first section is positioned in the skimmer intake. In this manner, pool water can circulate from the lower end of the second section, through the second and first sections and into the skimmer intake. Debris on the pool water surface is prevented from entering the skimmer intake by the outer wall of the first section or the second section, depending on the construction thereof. The outer wall of the first or second section may be provided with one or more screened holes positioned to be disposed below the pool water surface.

Abstract: A head rest assembly for a tub, spa, pool, bath, or shower is disclosed. The head rest assembly includes an light-transferring insert that is illuminated to provide an improved bathing experience. The insert may be illuminated by incandescent or fluorescent lights, fiber optics, or light-emitting diodes. In one aspect, the light-transferring insert may be made from a resilient material, for example, a silicone-based material or a thermoplastic rubber. The head rest assembly may also include electronic audio speakers or sound wave-guide speakers. The head rest assembly may also include a fluid flow device, for example, a nozzle for water. The fluid flow device may also be illuminated. A speaker for a spa or pool having a diaphragm and an audio transducer mounted to the diaphragm is also disclosed. This speaker provides the capability to introduce audio to a tub, spa, pool, bath, or shower while imposing little or no impact upon the fabrication, storage, or shipping of the tub, spa, pool, bath, or shower.

Abstract: Three embodiments of a pool skimmer apparatus comprising various net frame shapes having floats arranged on various selected portions of the net frame and manipulated by poles with two of the embodiments having the alternatives of detaching the nets to attach to a side of a pool.

Abstract: A drain cover for a swimming pool, spa or tub drain that includes a hollow tube or shell having a slot formed in a wall therein and a fitting connecting the drain cover with respect to the drain.

Abstract: The present invention is coping for use in a swimming pool, said coping oriented along a longitudinal direction, and comprises a web disposed along said longitudinal direction, including a means for attaching said web to a side wall of a pool; wherein said web including a strip section integrally part of said web; a strip section being preferably irreversibly removable by shearing off a longitudinal strip section from said cap web for irreversibly removing said strip section from a facia of said web to expose an accessory slot defined behind said removed strip section, wherein said accessory slot adapted for attaching accessories to said coping.

Abstract: A support for a flexible, water-proof spa cover which permits drainage of snow and moisture away from the spa during the off season, the support having a base member capable of being weighted, a top member generally circular in configuration for the elevated support of a flexible water resistant spa cover, the base member and top member being in communication with each other by means of telescoping sleeve members having alignable apertures for receipt of a locking pin so as to provide for adjustment of the height of the support from the well of the spa to a distance above the edge coping of the spa so as to provide for a sloping surface of said flexible, water-proof spa cover for snow and water run off.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to auxiliary devices for aquatic recreation and treatment facilities including but not limited to swimming pools, hot tubs, thermal spas, exercise and conditioning pools and the like. More particularly the invention relates to the field of protective, shielding devices intended to preserve aesthetic features of the aquatic facility as well as to prolong the usable life of structural components thereof. In addition, the present invention includes embodiments for removable attachment devices for such aquatic facilities that provide modular and interchangeable platforms for entertainment, physical therapy appliances as well as for general comfort and serviceability of the facility.

Abstract: The preferred embodiments relate to a system for replenishing water (e.g., due to evaporation, leakage, etc.) in a body of water (e.g., a pool, pond, etc.) via a discharge unit displaced from the body of water. The discharge unit is preferably laterally displaced. Preferably, a timer mechanism is provided to adjust the amount of water discharged into the body of water. In preferred embodiments, the discharge unit is configured in the shape of a natural object, such as a animal native to the locality (e.g., frog, turtle, rabbit, etc.), a non-native animal (e.g., a dolphin, whale, seal, bear, etc.), a natural or unnatural object or the like.

Abstract: A combination of a handrail cover and a handrail consisting of a strip of heavy duty polyester based fabric, blended and dyed to resist fading and impregnated with UV protecting liquids, a strip of closed cell neoprene foam layer having two adhesive surfaces is laminated to the fabric, a zipper is attached to opposite ends of the fabric, the cover is wrapped around the handrail, and zipped closed. The inner elastic surface prevents the cover from sliding on the handrail. A tie wrap further secures the cover while covering the zipper in the locked position.

Abstract: There is disclosed a wave pool consisting of a pool with a wave generator at the deep end, which creates waves that advance toward the shallow end. One or more interactive waterplay elements, such as water guns, pourspouts, or playsinks, are provided near the pool. Pool guests can operate these waterplay elements to selectively direct water or other play media at other guests, or into the pool itself.

Abstract: A portable poolside chair apparatus for permitting a user to sit partially submerged in a pool adjacent the pool wall. The portable poolside chair apparatus includes a plurality of frame sections. A pool deck portion that is placed on the pool deck surface adjacent the pool wall and is designed to support the structure. A backrest portion that includes armrests, contacts the pool wall, and supports the user's back. A seat portion is positioned at the lower end of the backrest portion, protrudes outwardly into the pool, and is designed for supporting the user. The aforementioned portions are pivotally coupled making the unit foldable. The backrest and seat portions each include a selectively couplable cushion member for comfort.

Abstract: A fluid flow system for a hydrotherapy tub includes a fluid injector and a light source. The fluid injector is adapted to inject fluid to an interior of the hydrotherapy tub and the light source is adapted to direct light toward the interior of the hydrotherapy tub through the fluid injector.

Abstract: A preferred embodiment method for dispensing a product (121) such as cyanuric acid into an existing swimming pool circulation system includes providing a product (121) placed within a permeable bag (120). The permeable bag (120) containing the product (121) is placed into a cavity (104) of a flood feeder (100) having an inlet (105) and an outlet (108). The inlet (105) and the outlet (108) are in fluid communication with the cavity (104) of the feeder (100). A diluent is supplied to the inlet (105) and the diluent is allowed to flood the cavity (104) thereby contacting the permeable bag (120) and dissolving a portion of the product (121) to create a use solution within the cavity (104). The use solution is allowed to exit the cavity (104) through the outlet (108) and to flow into the swimming pool.

Abstract: A removable swimming pool border for use with a swimming pool having a sidewall and a pool liner includes a flexible facestock layer made of polymeric material. The facestock layer has design indicia on one side thereof. A pressure sensitive adhesive layer is located on the second side of the facestock opposite the design indicia side for removably attaching the swimming pool border to the pool liner of the swimming pool. A removable liner layer is attached to the surface of the pressure sensitive adhesive layer for protecting the pressure sensitive adhesive layer prior to use. The swimming pool border is adhesively attached to the pool liner by the pressure sensitive adhesive layer when the swimming pool border is in use. The swimming pool border is removably attached to the pool liner along a top inner edge of the swimming pool such that the water level of the swimming pool lies along the height of the swimming pool border when the swimming pool border is in use.

Abstract: The preferred embodiments relate to a system for replenishing water (e.g., due to evaporation, leakage, etc.) in a body of water (e.g., a pool, pond, etc.) via a discharge unit displaced from the body of water. The discharge unit is preferably laterally displaced. Preferably, a timer mechanism is provided to adjust the amount of water discharged into the body of water. In preferred embodiments, the discharge unit is configured in the shape of a natural object, such as a animal native to the locality (e.g., frog, turtle, rabbit, etc.), a non-native animal (e.g., a dolphin, whale, seal, bear, etc.), a natural or unnatural object or the like.

Abstract: A pool cleaning device includes a housing assembly that has a base portion. The foot portion is for resting on a deck of a pool. A handle member slidably extends through the base portion of the housing assembly. The handle is to be gripped by hands of a user. The handle member is linearly oscillatable along an axis of the handle member. A head assembly is coupled to the handle member. The head assembly is positioned below the housing assembly such that the head assembly engages the walls of the pool. The head assembly is for facilitating cleaning of the walls of the pool when the handle member is oscillated along the axis of the handle member.

Abstract: A handrail is defined by a main tubular body formed of a non-corrosive, rigid vinyl material. The handrail includes a first open end, a second open end and a mid-section extending therebetween, with at least one curved portion formed along the mid-section. One or more rigid inserts are fitted within a hollow interior of the handrail for providing rigidity and strength and for reducing bending and flexing of the handrail when a load is applied thereto. The opposite first and second open ends of the handrail are covered with caps to provide a watertight seal which prevents moisture from entering the hollow interior. The rigid inserts may also be capped at opposite ends to protect against corrosion.

Abstract: A wind sensitive operating system for swimming pools would enable swimming pools to activate cleaning systems during times of high winds. Currently swimming pools cannot sense high wind conditions and altar their running conditions accordingly. This invention would have a control box which could sense high winds and start up swimming pool cleaning systems at a predetermined wind velocity and a predetermined time length of high wind.

Abstract: A bath tap fitting is composed in the known way of a securing device which can be attached to a mounting plate and a movable outlet spout fitted to this. The securing device comprises a securing body which is composed of a lower part and an upper part which can be pushed onto the lower part so that it cannot turn but can be adjusted for height. An adjusting bush is axially fitted in the upper part of the securing body, which however can be turned. It has in the lower area an outer thread, with which it is screwed into a threaded hole of the lower part of the securing body. By turning the adjusting bush therefore the height of the upper part can be changed in comparison to the lower part. The upper part grips over the lower part with a skirt which is divided into segments from below by axis-parallel slits and has an outer thread there.

Abstract: A removable swimming pool border for use with a swimming pool having a sidewall and a pool liner includes a flexible facestock layer made of polymeric material. The facestock layer has design indicia on one side thereof. A pressure sensitive adhesive layer is located on the second side of the facestock opposite the design indicia side for removably attaching the swimming pool border to the pool liner of the swimming pool. A removable liner layer is attached to the surface of the pressure sensitive adhesive layer for protecting the pressure sensitive adhesive layer prior to use. The swimming pool border is adhesively attached to the pool liner by the pressure sensitive adhesive layer when the swimming pool border is in use. The swimming pool border is removably attached to the pool liner along a top inner edge of the swimming pool such that the water level of the swimming pool lies along the height of the swimming pool border when the swimming pool border is in use.

Abstract: A skimmer pool closure assembly for closing off a swimming pool from a pool skimmer that is mounted to the pool adjacent a side wall opening includes a face plate attachable to either the pool skimmer or the side wall and having a configuration generally coextensive with the side wall opening. The face plate has a centrally located opening for registration with the side wall opening and pool skimmer. The skimmer pool closure assembly includes a hatch cover removably and threadedly securable to the face plate and is sized to snugly fit within or about the face plate opening for preventing water from entering the skimmer. The hatch cover includes a tool receiving slot for enabling a person to install and remove the hatch cover from the face plate. Alternatively, a safety insert may be threadedly secured to the face plate for selectively allowing items and water into the skimmer.

Abstract: A water sheeting manifold includes an enclosure having a hollow interior with a plurality of water-spreading chambers and a plurality of chamber-connecting passageways. The enclosure includes a water inlet that conveys a flow of water into the hollow interior and a water outlet that conveys the flow of water out of the hollow interior in the form of a sheet of water. The enclosure includes opposite first and second ends and first and second sides extending between the first and second ends. The first and second sides including a plurality of sections cooperating with the first and second ends to define the water-spreading chambers and chamber-connecting passageways without other chamber-defining structure and passageway-defining structure within the interior of the enclosure. The first and second sides of the enclosure may be extruded or welded together as separate components after being bent into the desired shape.

Abstract: A system for attaching accessories to a base structure that is disposed at grade level proximate an aquatic environment includes an upright pedestal support assembly that is detachably-attachable with respect to the base by a twist-lock “bayonet” type of a mounting system. This permits the pedestal support assembly to be attached to the base and removed therefrom as desired. The pedestal support assembly is used to support any of a variety of poolside accessories. Additional base structures may be disposed either at grade level or underwater or both. Accordingly, any of the poolside accessories are interchangeable with respect to any of the base structures.

Abstract: In an adjustable pedestal for a starting platform for one end of a swimming pool, two telescoping members, namely an upper, inner, tubular member and a lower, outer, tubular member, are fastened releasably to each other so as to define a generally upright column of an adjustable length. An upper step is mounted to an upper bracket and a lower step is mounted to a lower bracket. Certain bolts are used for fastening the upper and lower members releasably to each other and for mounting the upper bracket, to which the upper step is mounted, releasably to the column. Other bolts are used for mounting the lower bracket, to which the lower step is mounted, to the column. In some applications, the lower step, lower brackets, and bolts for mounting same are omitted.

Abstract: A method and apparatus mounts one or more optical fibers in a channel in a track along the periphery of a pool. The method and apparatus prevent slurry from entering the channel during the construction of a coping along the pool periphery. The track is mounted in the coping.

Abstract: An aquatic hammock for attachment across a liquid containment structure such as a spa, a pool or the like. The liquid containment structure defines a basin for containing a liquid and a basin peripheral edge. The aquatic hammock includes a supporting sheet made of a generally deformable and liquid resistant material. The supporting sheet defining a sheet peripheral edge. The aquatic hammock also includes a releasable attachment means for releasably attaching the aquatic hammock to the liquid containment structure so that at least a section of the aquatic hammock extends generally across at least a section of the basin. The attachment means is positionable between the supporting sheet and the liquid containment structure generally adjacent the sheet peripheral edge and the basin peripheral edge. The supporting sheet is preferably made out of a generally soft, buoyant and resiliently deformable material.