Pool noodles are the perfect toy for the summer – kids love playing with them in the pool and so do adults. You can ‘fight’ with them, float with them, and even spray people with water with them. I don’t know you, but a day at the pool doesn’t feel complete if there are not at least a few pool noodles around.
That being said, pool noodles aren’t just for your kids and the pool. They can actually be used for a variety of DIY projects around the house. The material is very versatile and so it makes pool noodles great for upcycling and repurposing. Pool noodles are so versatile, in fact, that we were easily able to collect nearly 50 brilliant uses for them at home.
Here are a few fun and clever ways to use pool noodles in an effective manner. Do you know any other great uses for pool noodles? If so, please let us know in the comments below.
1. Car Seat Footrest
Does your kid constantly kick the back of your seat? Use a rope to attach a pool noodle to the bottom of their car seat so they have a place to put their feet other than the back of your seat.
Instead of letting your child’s feet dangle off the car seat, create them a footrest using pool noodles. Cut a pool noodle to be the same width as the car seat. Then, run a strap through the pool noodle hole and attach it to both sides of the car seat. You like foot rests on long rides, so why wouldn’t your children?
If you have a narrow garage, then parking your car inside can sometimes be a pain. It might be difficult to get out of your car, because you’re afraid of banging your car door against the wall.
To protect your doors from scratches and the wall, build this padded garage bumper. Learn more details here.
Stuff your boots with pool noodles to help maintain their shape when you are not wearing them. Cut the noodles to the height of each boot and place them inside. It’s that simple!
Fit a pool noodle around a hanger to create a soft curve. Then, hang your pants around the pool noodle to hang dry without having any creases in your pants.
If you find yourself chasing napkins in the wind, then try this nifty trick out. Cut noodles into rings. Then, use the ring as a napkin holder. You’ll never have to chase after paper napkins in the backyard or park again.
If you are constantly stubbing your toe on your bed frame, then try this simple solution. Cut a pool noodle and wrap it around each leg of your bed frame. Now, if you ever walk into the bed frame, it won’t hurt nearly as much!
For all the various DIY projects you use your pool noodles for, be sure to keep the remnants. These can actually be used as pot fillers! They provide drainage and they save you money since you’ll need less soil at the bottom of the pot.
While you’re out enjoying a hot, summer day in the pool, why not treat yourself to some chilled refreshments? Build this floating ice chest using pool noodles, and you can always an ice cold beverage by your side.
In the winter, your house might feel cooler and chillier than usual because the cold weather outside is finding its way through the door because the weather stripping isn’t right. To prevent this, use a pool noodle to fill the gap between the door and the floor.
Use a pool noodle as a support for plants in place of a wooden stake. Cut the noodle lengthwise using a knife. Then, fit it around the base of a plant. As the plant gradually grows taller, you can add another section to support the added growth.
Use an assortment of pool noodle colors for a vibrant-looking garden!
If your children are learning to sleep on a bed and not a crib for the first time, there’s a chance they may roll off the bed. Protect your toddlers by creating a bed rail with a pool noodle. This acts as a bumper!
Create a small play mat for your little one using just a few pool noodles. This could provide endless entertainment for even the most tireless baby. Find the full tutorial here.
Tape two ends of a pool noodle together to create a circle. Then decorate the pool noodle with anything that’s festive or holiday-related to create a lovely wreath for the home.
Cut a pool noddle to use as a savvy organizer for flash cards and other cards. This can also be used for playing cards when you’re playing with your kids.
Use pool noodles to create a bathtub playground for your kids to play with while you give them a much-needed bath. Pool noodles can make the entire experience more enjoyable, and pretty soon, your kids will be begging to stay in the bath longer!
Use pool noodles as an affordable and efficient way to child-proof your home. You can even use different colored pool noodles to better distinguish what’s safe and what’s not to your kids.
Why buy expensive toys your kid won’t be playing with after a month? You can make a fun lightsaber with a pool noodle. All you need is some duct tape. These are perfect if you’re throwing a Star Wars themed birthday party.
You can create a whole summer time obstacle course in your backyard with some pool noodles. This project uses some PVC pipe and pool noodles. Get the details on how to make it here.
Use a pool noodle to create a beautiful display for your cake pops. Use some tape to secure it into a ring and decorate your ring. Make holes in the ring to place your cake pops in.
Have fun races with your pieces of pool noodles. Just cut them in halves and pieces and use a piece of paper and a wooden skewer to make a sail. Learn how to make them here.
Use pool noodles to keep a rocking chair stationary. Cut an 8-inch piece of pool noodle and slit it open. Place the noodle through the back of the legs of a rocking chair.
If your chair back is rubbing up against your wall it can create holes. You can prevent this by using pool noodles. Just place a piece on areas that touch the wall.
You can make an easy DIY camping toilet with a pool noodle. Place a plastic bag over a bucket. Cut a sections of the pool noodle and slice it in half. Use these pieces to create a cushion and seat in your bucket.
Use a pool noodle to make Halloween decorations. Use can put shoes on them and make them look like legs. Learn how to make these witch legs here. You can also make elf legs this way.
This game is perfect for helping preschoolers learn to read. You create words and cards with letters that children will use to spell the words. Learn how to make this here.
If you’re hosting a ninja turtle theme party or want to help the kids have fun, you can make pool noodle nunchucks. Just cut two pieces of nunchucks and glue them to some brown ribbons. Kidsd can roughhouse without getting hurt.
Babies will often try to eat their shopping cars. Odr at least put their mouths on it. You can make this less gross by placing a pool noodle over the shopping car bar.
Create a really fun game for the family by only spending a few dollars. You can create a giant ring toss game with pool noodles. Learn how it’s done here.
You can create makeshift gutters for your RV with pool noodles. Just cut a pool noodle lengthwise and tuck under the ridge of the roof. Get the details here.
Illuminate your pool with some votives. You don’t have to buy expensive pool lights. Just use dollar store sumbergable votices and pool noodles. Learn how to make them here.
Cut out slices of pool noodles and create a cut into it. Slide your slice around the stem of your wine glass. People will be able to keep track of their glasses this way.
Pool noodles are the perfect toy for the summer – kids love playing with them in the pool and so do adults. You can ‘fight’ with them, float with them, and even spray people with water with them. I don’t know you, but a day at the pool doesn’t feel complete if there are not at least a few pool noodles around.
That being said, pool noodles aren’t just for your kids and the pool. They can actually be used for a variety of DIY projects around the house. The material is very versatile and so it makes pool noodles great for upcycling and repurposing. Pool noodles are so versatile, in fact, that we were easily able to collect nearly 50 brilliant uses for them at home.
Here are a few fun and clever ways to use pool noodles in an effective manner. Do you know any other great uses for pool noodles? If so, please let us know in the comments below.
