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Pools, hot tubs, loungers, swimwear - Your backyard oasis awaits

Spring is right around the corner, and our thoughts are turning longingly to sunshine, green grass, and cool blue water. Swim Things is right around the corner, too – located on 40 Highway in Blue Springs – and they make it their business to bring a little sunshine into your life.

For more than 50 years, this family-owned business has been helping area families create and maintain their personal paradise. Whether you're a year-round swimmer, preparing to lounge in the sun somewhere warm, or anticipating opening -- or building -- your own pool, they are here to help.

Swim Things’ steady growth has made them one of the Kansas City area’s largest and finest inground swimming pool builders. They are ranked among the top locally and nationally for both residential and commercial pool design and construction. Their stunning designs grace the backyards of homes of all sizes, from Blue Springs to Liberty to Stillwell, Kansas. 

YOUR BACKYARD OASIS AWAITS!

Owners Vince and Amy Davenport focus on bringing quality and innovation to their custom gunite or vinyl-lined pool designs, to ensure that the finished product is uniquely tailored to their client's needs. "We love to work with our customers to create a pool that fits their vision - from practical and easy-to-maintain to elegant outdoor spaces with a swim-up bar and attached hot tub," explains Vince. 

“In the early stages of planning, we work with you to make decisions about the way your swimming pool looks and how it operates. From design to construction to completion, our expert team will be there to help, every step of the way."

Amy adds, "Not only do we construct the swimming pool, but we also provide ongoing support. We don't just build it and walk away. Our team is dedicated to assisting you in understanding how to maintain and care for your pool.” If you take a moment to explore their website, you will witness the commitment to their customers. They have created a “Pool School” page that offers a wealth of informative articles covering various topics such as understanding your equipment, the process of opening your pool in the spring, maintaining water chemistry, and even troubleshooting your pump. 

GOT THE WINTER BLUES?

Stop in for a visit. Walking into Swim Things is like stepping out of your car and into summer. Their showroom includes two indoor pools, hot tubs, swimwear and accessories, a wide selection of patio furniture, and so much more. 

SWIMWEAR ALL YEAR  GOT THE WINTER BLUES?

Whether you’re planning a trip or simply getting ready for summer, their store offers a vast selection of more than 20,000 swimsuits all year long - the largest selection in Kansas City! This one-stop-shop for all things swimming includes 40 brands of competitive and fashionable swimwear for women, men, and children, for every figure, plus

  • Cover-ups and sarongs

  • Sandals and sunglasses

  • Swim team apparel and goggles, caps, and training gear


PATIO FURNITURE, SERVICE & SUPPLIES

You can still live the good life with Swim Things, even if you don’t own one of their pools. They cater to hundreds of customers in the metro area, offering reliable maintenance and service for their pools. Additionally, Swim Things is renowned for providing high-quality and durable pool products. No matter the season, Swim Things is your go-to destination for all your pool-related needs. Swim Things is THE year-round source for

  • Fully-customizable Bullfrog Spas

  • Patio furniture

  • Pool covers

  • Floats, inflatable loungers, and ledge loungers

  • Parts, equipment, and supplies

Why not brighten your day, and visit Swim Things Monday - Saturday at 3010 SW US Highway 40, in Blue Springs, MO. Or give them a call at 816-224-2600, find them on Facebook, or Instagram, or view their extensive website at www.swimthings.com

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