How to Make a Simple Children's Swing

 

Children love them, parents too … Swings are invited into the garden to offer the little ones moments of great fun and games. Making a swing yourself is not very complicated and you can also involve your child in the process of creating it. Discover our selection of swings made from recycled materials, get inspired to create your own, and please your toddler!

The best way to get kids to play more outdoors is to make it more fun. Making a swing is a great way to recycle old materials while making a fun item that kids can have years of fun with.

First of all, you have to choose the location of the swing. This is very important for several reasons: safety, comfort, and exposure. Putting a swing under a tree is usually a great idea. She will be in the shade, you do not risk burns from the sun, the air is cooler, the tree - solid.

If you have decided to place the swing under a tree, choose a tall, healthy tree with sturdy branches. The branch chosen for hanging your swing must be very thick and sturdy, with a diameter of at least 25 cm. Oaks and maples are a great choice, for example.

The length of the rope will depend on the height of the chosen branch. Indeed, the right height to hang a swing is between 2.5 to 3 meters from the ground. The rope is of great importance for the safety of your child

There are many materials you can choose from for the seating of your swing. This is very important for the comfort and safety of your child. Swing made from old skateboards: what an original idea!

Do not place the swing too close to the trunk or at the end of the branch. If you are building a swing for a toddler, opt for branches closer to the ground. A wooden children's swing suspended from a strong rope

In general, you will need between 10 and 16 meters of rope and 18 mm in diameter, of very good quality. There are many types of ropes suitable for hanging up a swing safely. Climbing ropes and utility ropes will be perfect here. Another solution is to use a string. 

It will give you more stability and durability, but on the other hand, it is less manageable than the rope. The rope is also less aggressive for the tree. To hang your swing, use a strong chain or rope

Making a swing out of wood, tire, pallet or other material is not very complicated. The most important step is to hook up the swing. For this, you can use a ladder to access it. It is advisable to have another person hold it as you climb to reach the branch. Hanging swing in the garden

If you don't have a ladder, there are other methods of hanging the rope from the tree. Place an object that will act as a weight on one end of the branches. Then swing the object over the branch so that the rope wraps around the branch. A wooden board and a rope are enough to make outdoor games more fun!

What knot for the rope? The knot is an essential moment in hooking up and hanging the rope. You need to tie a flat knot at the end of the rope to hold it in place. If you don't know-how, educate yourself or seek help from someone who knows how. Making swings from old tires: it's simple and practical!

Making a simple tire swing is easy and convenient. All you need to do is get an old tire, thoroughly clean it, and drill holes to prevent water from collecting inside. Remember to clean the tire carefully before turning it into a swing for your child

It is possible to make a small round, rectangular, or square-shaped swing from wooden planks that you no longer use. For this, you will need more tools: an electric drill or screwdriver, a saw, and others.DIY round swing idea: simple, stable, and easy to hang

If you are building a swing for a toddler, choose a branch closer to the ground. Let your and your child's imagination do the talking and repaint the swing together to personalize and make it unique.

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