17 clever ways to upcycle your pool noodles

 By 
Brian Koerber
 on 
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Pool noodles may be the most underrated aquatic toy of our time.

The versatile foam thing-a-ma-bobs boast more uses than just floating around the pool while partially submerged. Pool noodles can be repurposed for different uses, from fun kid toys to utility items.

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So before you throw that old pool toy away, make sure you can't upcycle it to protect your car door from bashing into the garage, keep your kids occupied for a few moments of peace or you could just use it as a beer bong.

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