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A cozy playground: instructions and diagrams on how to make a swing at a game house

playground with swings

The equipment of the playground is responsible, but not so complicated. This example shows how to install a swing at the game house with your own hands. With these elements, the site is almost ready. Although this set of swings can be used separately, without a gaming house. The overall dimensions of the swing are 140 1/2 "(357 cm) x 110 1/2" (281 cm). About. Dimensions and composition are shown in the diagram. In addition, the legs are made of 4x4 posts. The composition is wood, painted with facade paint and properly processed.

Material List

2 columns 4 × 4 12 ′ (365 cm) long
1 board 4 × 6 12 ′ (365 cm) long
1 board 4 × 6 8 ′ (244 cm) long
2 bars 2 × 4 8 ′ (244 cm) long
16 bolts, washers and nuts 7 ″ (18 cm)
1 board 4 × 6 rafters
2 bars 4 × 4
Eye bolts

Sawing

2 beams 4 × 4, length 127 3/4 ″ (324 cm) legs
2 bars 2 × 4 18 ″ (46 cm) long
2 bars 2 × 4 length 78 ″ (198 cm) lower support
1 post 4 × 6 height 12 ′ (365 cm)
1 post 4 × 6 height 8 ′ (244 cm)

How to set a swing for a playground

First, you need to find a large flat area. Pre-drill all bolt holes. Tighten each bolt with a wrench and check periodically tightness when using. Check the level, observe safety measures and have fun.

Instruction manual

Supports. Trim the 4 × 4 columns as shown in the diagram. Lay on a flat surface.
Upper supports. Use bolts to secure the upper supports, as shown in the diagram, to the legs.
First you need to drill a hole the size of a bolt shaft, and then insert the bolt.
Attach the lower supports as shown in the diagram.
Assemble the swing as shown. Use mounting screws or bolts to secure the brackets.
The swing does not need to be installed in the center of the front porch.
If you feel this is necessary, add the cross mounts from the top board to the corner legs.

There's a lot interesting projects and fun ideas on how to organize playground in the country or in the yard. It’s not necessary to buy everything, if you want, you can do everything yourself, as they say from scratch. If you need ideas and instructions, read the article “DIY playground: 800 photos, step by step instructions» https://i.expert-h.com/en/detskie-ploshchadki/svoimi-rukami-foto. The examples of playgrounds gathered in this article may inspire you.