In the past wading above water is done using the old-fashioned floating mats to keep you afloat. They are made of hard plastic and they become more slippery the longer they are soaked in the water. As you try to keep your balance, it wiggles even more thus making you scuttle for dear life. Thankfully, there is now what is known as water hammock to provide you with an enjoyable and safe ride above water level.
Floating in the pool has never been more relaxing before the water hammock appeared. The water lover can now enjoy a dip while the head and legs are fully propped up by the hammock. It is the smart idea of combining the act of floating while being dipped in the water. The hammock allows both of these to be executed delicately at the same time. It is a fun way of enjoying the coolness of the water.
The Different Types of Water Hammock
• Floating Hammock. It is appears like a floating bed made of flexible mesh. This type of hammock promises to rock you into a complete relaxed state gently. It is easy to inflate as much as easier to deflate. Floating hammocks are made of materials that can withstand any water condition such as pool, river, or seawater. Designed for comfort, a floating hammock suspends the body in the water. An inner mesh embraces the body for comfort. There is a built-in pillow to support the neck and head even if one opts to stay in the water much longer.
• Multi-position Hammock. This type is designed to allow a person to sit back in lazy comfort while the hammock floats around. It also makes it possible to stretch out and let the sun gently touch the whole body. This can easily adjust to the whims of the pool lounger. This type of hammock can easily convert itself from a pool float to a reclining seat that makes reading more enjoyable. The mesh bed and the inflatable sides provide the cushioning comfort.
• Circular Hammock. This type functions similar to a trampoline bed where children and adults can bounce on it, while floating on the water or on the sandy beach. It provides comfort while sunbathing, and at the same time, it gives protection to the sunbather from undesirable elements lurking in the water. A regular sized hammock of this type can accommodate up to four people at once.
• Sun Incliner. It is a hammock that floats in the water featuring full-roll pillow that are designed for comfort and extra buoyancy especially in the head area. The flotation pads are fully made from recycled foam thus inflation is not required. This float is ideal for sunbathers who do not want to get their heads wet because they are propped up in a sitting position with the head totally away from the water.
• Over-water Hammocks. A net-like hammock, it is suspended over water at the desired height. It enables one to swing or bounce gently as he enjoys the soft lapping of waters underneath without having the thought of getting wet. This type of hammock can be set up on decks of private yachts to allow a sunbather to enjoy full sunlight out in the middle of the sea.
Water hammocks can give you fun as you float over water. However, caution must be exercised while being adrift when using one. Just like any watercraft, most of this type of hammock can easily flip over if there are excessive movements from the one aboard. More so, they are not advisable to use when the weather does not allow it. Although they are designed with safety features, it is still best to wait until the water beckons you once more to float with delight.