4 Summer Essentials To Buy at Costco To Save Money

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If you’re shopping for the things that you just can’t imagine going through the summer without, chances are good that Costco sells most of what you need for less than you might pay elsewhere. Some of the summer essentials that the world’s biggest membership warehouse club sells can fit in your beach bag. Others will have to be trucked in and wheeled over to your patio, pool or deck for professional installation.

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But whether it’s big or small, expensive or affordable, your Costco membership can unlock seasonal savings for summertime essentials that aren’t available to the non-member general public. Don’t let the summer pass you by without picking up a few of these low-priced must-haves for the season of sun and fun.

Outdoor Furniture

Your Costco membership can set you up with savings this summer that will last for many seasons to come, if you use it to buy something durable that adds value and functionality without needing to be replaced for years.

“To begin with, their outdoor furniture is stylish and affordable, which allows you to set up that cozy backyard retreat without breaking the bank,” said shopping and savings expert Andrew Priobrazhenskyi, who has run the coupon and deals site DiscountReactor for more than a decade.

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Patio Fire Pit Sets

Costco is offering valuable discounts on beautiful and functional fire pit sets that include everything you need for an out-of-the-box outdoor oasis.

• Take $500 off a Sirio Palermo five-piece fire outdoor seating set made from weather-resistant resin wicker, powder-coated aluminum frames and cushions made with Sunbrella weather- and stain-resistant fabric.

• Score a $600 discount on a Sunjoy SunValley five-piece fire outdoor high dining set. The set includes a dining table with a 38,000-BTU fire pit and lid, four bar stools and four accent pillows.

Those are just two examples. Nearly a dozen other sets are selling for between $500 and $800 off their regular prices.

Patio Dining Sets

If you want the utility of fire pit sets without the flames, Costco is selling full patio dining sets for between $300 and $600 off their regular price. Brands include big names like Polywood Westport, Burlington, Thomasville and Sirio Palermo.

Patio Umbrellas and Sun Shades

If you already have the furniture but now just need some shade to cool down your summer hangout spot, Costco is slashing prices on patio umbrellas and shade sails by up to $100.

Sunscreen

Your membership can also save you money on a little thing that might have a bigger impact on your lifelong wellness than any other seasonal purchase you’re likely to make.

“Costco has great prices on bulk sunscreen so that you can be sure you and your family are saving a lot of money for other summer expenditures,” said Priobrazhenskyi.

For example, Costco sells a three-pack of Banana Boat Sport Ultra Performance sunscreen with broad spectrum SPF 50 — two eight-ounce spray cans and one eight-ounce lotion — for $18.99.

At Target, a two-pack of six-ounce spray cans of the same product costs $14. The same eight-ounce lotion costs $9, for a combined $23 — four dollars more for four fewer ounces of spray.

Pool and Grill Accessories

Few things represent summer more completely than grills and pools, and Costco offers most of the things you need for both at a lower cost.

“Last but not least, let’s not forget the seasonal items, like pool toys and accessories for grilling, which are sure to go for a fraction of what specialty stores would sell them for,” said Priobrazhenskyi.

Pool Floats

One example is the Big Joe Kona pool float, which sells for $79.99 at Costco. On Amazon, you’ll pay $99.99 — and that’s after a 23% discount from its original price of $130.

Then there’s a set of two Aqua Luxury inflatable pool recliners, which have oversized backrests and are made with ultra-soft Cool Weave fabric. At Costco, they’re $49.99. On eBay, they’re listed at $67.41.

Grill Add-Ons

You can save money on a wide inventory of gas grills, charcoal grills and smokers at Costco, but even if you already have one that serves you well, backyard barbecue masters can accessorize on the cheap.

For example, a 12-inch OXO SoftWorks carbon steel barbecue pan costs $29.99 at Costco. At Walmart, it’s $42.54.

Beach Essentials

It’s not summer without a trip to the beach, and Costco is offering discounts on a range of items in the following categories:

• Beach chairs and lounges

• Beach coolers

• Swimwear for men, women and kids

• Beach umbrellas, bags and accessories

• Boating and water sports

• Beach games and toys

• Sunglasses

• Beach towels

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