Intex Sunset Glow 4-Ring Paddling Pool — 168cm x 46cm

Four Rings, One Very Happy Back Garden

There is a reason this one flies off the shelves the minute the forecast turns. The four rings glow in warm sunset colours, the floor is soft underfoot, and at 168cm across there is room for two or three kids to splash without anyone catching an elbow. As a kids paddling pool it lands right in the middle — bigger than a toddler tub, small enough to fill from the garden hose in a few minutes.

What makes it a good buy for an Irish summer:

• Four bright inflatable rings that stack up a decent 46cm wall
• Soft inflatable base — comfortable for sitting and gentler on falls
• Holds a generous amount of water for its size, so it is a proper splash rather than a puddle
• Inflates and deflates in minutes, folds flat for the shed
• Tough 0.23mm vinyl that takes a season of use

The technical detail

• Inflated size: 168cm x 46cm (66in x 18in)
• Water capacity: around 780 litres at 37cm fill height
• Material: durable 0.23mm PVC vinyl
• Four separate air chambers
• Repair patch included
• Age grade: 3+ years

It is a natural match with the rest of our swimming pools and the outdoor garden games — great for a birthday party or just burning off a sunny Saturday. Have a look through the wider toys range too, or call into Beattys of Loughrea to pick one up — here is the map.

Q: How much water does it hold?
A: About 780 litres filled to the recommended line — enough for a proper sit-down splash for a couple of youngsters.

Q: Will it survive being left out?
A: The vinyl is hardwearing, but you will get far more summers out of it if you empty, dry and store it rather than leaving it to the weather.