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title: "What Is Tanning ledge? Pool Glossary | Marina Pool Services"
description: "A tanning ledge is a shallow shelf in the pool, often for lounging chairs or kids. Plain-English pool glossary from Marina Pool Services in Grapevine, TX."
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Surfaces and decks

# Tanning ledge

A tanning ledge is a shallow shelf in the pool, often for lounging chairs or kids.

A tanning ledge, also called a sun shelf, sits only a few inches under water. It is a nice place for chairs, toddlers, and sun. It does not change the way the pool circulates by much.

Because it is shallow and warm, it can collect algae and dirt faster. Brush it with the rest of the pool. A ledge may have its own return jets, so make sure those flow well. Supervise children close to water at all times.

## Related terms

-   [Return jet](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/glossary/return-jet)
-   [Green algae](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/glossary/green-algae)
-   [Pool barrier](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/glossary/pool-barrier)

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