How to Store Seasonal Pool Furniture, Accessories, and Outdoor Games 

Store seasonal pool furniture, accessories, and outdoor games in an off-site self-storage unit during the off-season to free up space at your home, make room for other storage, and keep your summer items well maintained. This approach clears your patio, pool deck, garage, or shed and makes warm-weather setup faster next year. 

The Basics

• Store seasonal pool furniture, accessories, and outdoor games during the off-season to free up valuable storage space at your home.  

• Prepare your items for storage to keep them in great shape for next season. 

• Clean and dry your summer furniture and pool items before packing them away to keep them in good shape for the next season and so setup is faster when warm weather returns.  

• Disassemble larger furniture when practical, keep hardware in labeled bags, and store tables, chairs, and larger pieces along the unit walls.  

• Protect cushions and smaller accessories in labeled, lidded bins or breathable bags, and keep next season’s items near the front of the unit.  

• Choose Drive-Up Access if you need to store large and/or heavy patio furniture or bulky games for easier transport, or to make frequent seasonal swaps more convenient.  

• Choose a unit that fits your inventory without paying for unused space by using the Public Storage Size Guide to compare options.  

• Use Public Storage’s month-to-month rental agreements to match your storage timeline to pool season and reclaim space when you need it.  

Store Pool Furniture & Outdoor Games During the Off-Season 

A self-storage unit keeps summer items organized until warm weather returns, rather than letting them crowd areas you use throughout the year. Storing seasonal pool furniture, accessories, and outdoor games during the off-season frees up valuable, usable space at home. Moving lounge chairs, umbrellas, outdoor rugs, pool toys, and games out of the way helps restore room on the patio, pool deck, in the garage, or in the shed and keeps your yard from looking cluttered or unkept. 

Prepare Your Items for Storage

Cleaning and drying pool furniture, accessories, and outdoor games before storage keeps them in great shape and ready for the next pool season. Wipe down furniture, shake out outdoor rugs, empty water from toys and accessories, and allow every item to dry fully before packing. 

Clean and dry cushions, umbrellas, tables, chairs, and games before placing them in bins or covers. Moisture left behind can create odors, mildew, and mold during storage.  

Sort items as you clean: 

Disassembling larger pool furniture saves space and makes tables, chairs, umbrellas, and other bulky items easier to move. Remove table legs, fold chairs, collapse umbrellas, and separate detachable pieces when the furniture design allows it. Keep every furniture set together by placing screws, brackets, and assembly tools in a labeled bag. Attach the bag to the matching item or store it in a clearly marked hardware bin. 

Use furniture covers, clean sheets, or moving blankets to cover dry tables, chairs, and other larger pieces. Store these items along the unit walls, then stack lighter containers on shelving or on top of sturdier bins. 

Organize for Next Season’s Setup 

Organizing pool items for next season’s setup saves time when warm weather returns. Keep the supplies you expect to use first near the front of the storage unit, such as patio cushions, outdoor games, and poolside décor, because once pool season finally arrives, you don’t want to have a long setup to take advantage of it! 

Create a simple seasonal layout: 

• Put furniture and larger items along the walls.  
• Store heavier bins on the floor; stack lighter bins on top or on shelving.  
• Clearly label bins by category, such as “Poolside Games,” “Patio Cushions,” or “Summer Entertaining.”  
• Leave a clear aisle from the entrance to the back of the unit.  
• Keep an inventory list in your phone or notebook. 

A clear aisle helps you retrieve one bin or chair without shifting the entire unit.  

Choose the Right Storage Unit for Your Needs

Choosing the right storage unit starts with creating an inventory of what needs storing; measure larger furniture, umbrellas, tables, and game equipment, then count bins and boxes. Add extra room for an access aisle if you plan to retrieve items before the next season. 

A 5′ x 5′ unit often fits smaller bins, cushions, and outdoor games. A 5′ x 10′ or larger unit offers more room for a patio set, umbrellas, furniture, and seasonal-storage bins. Compare options to find the right size storage unit using the Public Storage Size Guide.  

Consider Drive-Up Access for Patio Furniture

Drive-Up Access helps when you need to store patio furniture, bulky games, and other large seasonal items. This feature lets you pull your vehicle directly up to your ground-level units, reducing the distance you carry awkwardly shaped furniture and heavy bins. 

Drive-Up Access also supports quick seasonal swaps when you want to retrieve poolside items in spring or pack them away at the end of summer. A unit with Drive-Up Access makes visits faster thanks to the unit’s proximity to the driveway; for this reason, those with mobility issues should consider a unit with Drive-Up Access also. More than 45% of Public Storage properties offer Drive-Up Access, though unit types and availability vary by location.  

Consider Drive-Up Access storage when frequent visits or bulky outdoor items make up your storage needs. 

Use Month-to-Month Storage for the Off-Season

Month-to-month storage helps you match your rental timeline to the pool season. You can reserve a unit when summer items crowd your home, then adjust your storage plans when you need the space again. 

Public Storage offers month-to-month rentals and online rental unit reservations in minutes that can be made without a credit card.  Use the Public Storage location finder to compare nearby unit sizes, features, and availability to find your perfect storage unit to store your patio furniture and pool items. 

Frequently Asked Questions

How Should I Store My Pool Furniture for the Off-Season? 

You should store your pool furniture for the off-season in an off-site storage unit to save space at home. Start by cleaning and drying every piece, disassembling larger furniture when practical, covering dry furniture, and keeping hardware with the matching set. Store tables and chairs along the unit walls to preserve an access aisle. 

How Do I Store My Pool Cushions and Outdoor Games? 

You should store your pool cushions and outdoor games by cleaning and drying them fully, then packing them in labeled, lidded bins or breathable bags. Be sure to store them on top of other items to maintain their shape. 

Do I Need Drive-Up Access for Pool Furniture? 

You should choose Drive-Up Access for pool furniture when you need to move large tables, chairs, umbrellas, bulky games, or multiple bins. Drive-Up Access lets you pull your vehicle directly up to your ground-level unit, reducing carrying distance during seasonal swaps.  

What Size Storage Unit Do I Need for Pool Furniture? 

You should choose a storage unit size for pool furniture by measuring larger furniture and equipment first, then counting bins, cushions, and games. Use the Public Storage Size Guide to compare options and include room for an access aisle.  

Can I Rent Storage Only During the Pool Off-Season? 

You can rent storage only during the pool off-season or anytime more space is needed through Public Storage’s month-to-month rental agreements. This flexibility lets you store summer items when they crowd your home and reclaim space when your seasonal needs change.