Good quality, suitable for general style landscape wooden swing on summer cottage is a joy for children and adults. Purchased publicly available models usually do not differ in quality and variety. It is much more interesting and useful to approach the process yourself and do country swing, giving your site a unique flavor. After all, there is nothing particularly complicated about it.

Wooden swings are divided into three main types:

• • frame, standing on stationary supports ( classic version);

Frame swing

• • suspended on ropes or cables, such as a “bungee”;

Hanging swings, bungees

• “scales” or balancing swings. This type of swing is for two.

Any model is played out in such a way that all neighbors will envy, and household members will choose their favorite corner of the garden or yard.

Where to place it?

If you choose the classic bungee, hang it on the nearest tree that inspires confidence in terms of strength. When selecting a location for other types of structures, it is reasonable to take into account the following factors:

• sufficient distance from walls, fences, trees, wires, thorny bushes and sharp-pointed objects;
• illumination It is advisable that the sun hits the site until the evening. So wood material insured against dampness;
• It is better to immediately select a smooth surface relief so that you do not have to carry out additional work;
• the place should not be “windswept.” Drafts are fraught with rapid colds.

It’s good if there is sand or soft lawn under the swing. This will help you avoid getting seriously injured on a stone or reinforcement if you fall.

Drawing

You can do without it. But if a serious project is conceived with a claim to long-term service, then it is better to prepare a drawing of a swing for reasons of saving material. Design homemade swing not difficult.

General provisions that reflect the drawings of a garden swing made of logs:

• frame structure;
• sizes. For a swing, this is the height and area of ​​the base;
• The places of fastenings and reinforcing elements must be marked;
• quantity seats and their type;
• length of suspensions and their type.

An example of a drawing of a wooden swing

Material selection

It is important to focus on the quality of the material from which the swing will be made. High-quality wood will not only ensure the durability of the structure, but also guarantee safety of use.

Species such as cedar, oak and larch will not disappoint expectations. Spruce, pine and birch are also quite durable.

The lumber must be selected dry, without traces of mold or areas of rot. There should be no falling knots, crevices, or holes made by pests. A wooden swing will not require a large volume, so you can check each board and timber.

Tools

To make a wooden swing you will need:

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• mixture for concrete mortar;
• nails, screws, bolts, angles (in accordance with the project);
• tape measure and plumb line;
• hacksaw;
• hammer;
• antiseptic for processing wooden parts;
• grinder (or drill with attachment);
• screwdriver

This is the main arsenal. When everything is ready (material, drawings and tools), we begin tinkering Garden swing from logs.

Caring for a wooden swing

1. Annual treatment with a special compound or painting will save the product from rotting and pests.
2. From the end to the beginning of the season, it is necessary to cover the swing with waterproof material.
3. Avoid rust on metal parts.
4. Do not give disproportionate loads.

Such swings will delight more than one generation, provided these simple and understandable rules are followed.

And if they fit better into the design of your garden, then it will be more difficult to make them. But they will last you longer.

• Preparatory stage of assembly
• Frame assembly and installation
  • Installation of frame posts
• Assembling the swing seat
• Assembly of all structural parts

It’s not difficult to make a beautiful and reliable wooden swing with your own hands. This work will not take you much time, and the resulting design will delight your child for many years. You can install a swing in the yard own home, on the playground or in the country.

Children's swings made of wood are original and reliable, and they are also easy to make with your own hands.

Preparatory stage of assembly

A drawing of the structure is shown in Image 1. This wooden swing, made in the shape of an airplane, is intended for a child aged 1 to 5 years.

Their seat is designed to provide your baby with comfort and complete safety.

Image 1. Drawing of a swing: A - frame posts with a diameter of 15 cm and a length of 300 cm - 2 pcs.; B - frame crossbar measuring 40x35x17 cm; C – swing seat 40x35x1.7 cm; D — horizontal protective strip (aircraft wing) 45x11x1.7 cm; E — seat back (stabilizer) 29x11x1.7 cm; F - vertical front pillars 19x10x1.7 cm - 2 pcs.; G - vertical front supporting strut (fuselage) 19x10x17 cm; H - seat post 19x60x1.7 cm - 2 pcs.

And for very young children you can make a chair in the shape of a flower. Such sides will protect the child from accidental falls.

The height of the swing frame should be 200 cm. The pillars are dug to a depth of 90 cm and are additionally reinforced with concrete.

This children's swing is assembled from the following elements:

• A - frame posts with a diameter of 15 cm and a length of 300 cm - 2 pcs.;
• B - frame crossbar measuring 40x35x17 cm;
• C – swing seat 40x35x1.7 cm;
• D — horizontal protective strip (aircraft wing) 45x11x1.7 cm;
• E — seat back (stabilizer) 29x11x1.7 cm;
• F - vertical front pillars 19x10x1.7 cm - 2 pcs.;
• G - vertical front supporting strut (fuselage) 19x10x17 cm;
• H - seat post 19x60x1.7 cm - 2 pcs.

Protective sides in the shape of a flower:

• I - seat 38x38x1.7 cm;
• J - back 38x38x1.7 cm;
• K - sidewall 17x17x1.7 cm - 2 pcs.

Pattern patterns for curly parts are shown in Image 2.

In order to make a swing with your own hands, you will need the following materials:

Image 2. Pattern patterns for curly parts.

• concrete mortar to strengthen the frame struts;
• wood for the frame of the structure. It makes more sense to take impregnated pine, protected from environmental influences;
• wood glue;
• fastening elements (bolts, screws, self-tapping screws);
• fastening hook bolts equipped with washers and nuts;
• reliable carabiners. With their help you will secure the ropes to the swing seat, so when choosing carabiners, pay attention to their quality;
• cord for attaching the seat to the frame. It can be replaced with a chain, but experts do not recommend this method, as children’s fingers or palms may get caught between the links;
• wood primer and acrylic paints.

When everything you need is prepared, you can begin assembling the wooden swing.

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Frame assembly and installation

Swing frame assembly diagram.

Before installing a children's wooden swing, you need to carefully choose a place for it. Free space in front of the structure there should not be less than 2-2.5 m. Behind the swing there should also be an area free of bushes and trees (approximately 1.5-1.9 m). When thinking about the future swing design, provide sufficient distance between the seat and the frame posts. In this case it is 60 cm on each side. Therefore, the supporting pillars are dug in at a distance of 162 cm from each other.

To fix the pillars, you will need to dig holes with a diameter of 30 cm and a depth of 90-100 cm. When choosing a place for a swing, make sure that under future design There were no underground communications and highways (telephone cables, water pipes, etc.).

The cross beam of the swing frame is assembled from 2 boards 14 cm wide and 4.2 cm thick. It is secured to the racks using grooves that are sawed into the logs. It is also necessary to form grooves on both sides of the beam itself. First, mark all the parts of the units and only then start cutting out grooves 2.9 cm wide and 15 cm long. Having secured the supporting frame posts, use a circular saw to cut the grooves to the maximum possible depth, and then finish forming the grooves using a hacksaw.

In order to select wood for the entire depth of the future groove, 2 holes are drilled in the pillars at the corners of the marking. Then, using a chisel, a recess is formed.

The boards from which the cross beam will be made are cut to a length of 220 cm. Then they are pulled together using self-tapping screws and tenons are marked at both ends for fastening to the frame posts. The dimensions of the tenons should match the dimensions of the grooves and be the same on both sides: 15x2.9 cm. They are easiest to saw off using circular saw, and then finish it with a chisel. Try to make the surface as smooth as possible. Check the fastenings made before assembling the frame. The tenons of the cross beam should fit into the grooves with some force.

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Installation of frame posts

Installation diagram of pillars for the swing frame.

Dig holes for installing posts. Be sure to check the correct location of the vertical posts using a building level. Some craftsmen use pipes made of metal for such structures. But experts do not recommend making a swing for a child from this material. Pipes can bend or even crack, but this will not happen with wooden poles. Replace the one that has become unusable wooden stand much simpler and cheaper than a metal frame.

Place the posts in the prepared recesses. Secure their positions using wooden pegs or scraps of boards. After this, check again that the racks are positioned correctly. building level. Then pour concrete mortar into the holes so that its surface does not reach 2-3 cm from the ground level. Be sure to compact the poured concrete, making sure that no voids form in the foundation of the swing.

To avoid mistakes when installing the frame, it is wiser to first secure one post, and only then fill the second one with mortar. This way you can adjust their height if necessary.

Once the mortar has completely set, secure the top crossbar into the grooves and tighten the post and beam tenon using long self-tapping screws. Prime the entire frame and paint it the color of your choice. To make a swing with your own hands, acrylic paints are best suited.

We go to the dacha to relax and work. We dream of lying in a hammock, drinking tea on fresh air, but this is not enough for the child. Its energy requires intelligent use, and it is in our power to create the right conditions for this. Simple and practical way– buy or build swing with your own hands. So let’s talk about what kinds of swings there are, what they are made of and how to build them.

Children's outdoor swings: types

When choosing children's swings for an outdoor garden, parents are obliged to check them for absolute safety for the child. Let's consider what manufacturers offer us for our treasures.

First of all, swings are divided according to the material they are made of. They can be wooden, metal and plastic.

Children's wooden swing for the garden are environmentally friendly, durable, easy to assemble and beautiful appearance. Impregnation of wood with a special composition increases the service life of products.

Metal swings are considered to be the most reliable and durable models. They can be forged, collapsible, welded. They weigh a lot, but this is justified by their strength and installation stability.

Plastic designed for the little ones. Light and bright, they are perfect for children under 5 years of age, but they are afraid winter frosts and fade under the sun.

Swings are also distinguished by type of construction: hanging and frame.

Frame, of course, are preferable for children, since they are highly stable and can be freely moved in various corners area, they are durable and quite safe to use.

Hanging The models are simple and do not require special skills to assemble. To set them up, you need a supporting crossbar, a strong rope and a board for the seat. It is desirable that it has a back.

Swing-chaise lounges designed for children under 3 years of age. They are usually short, with soft back and a chaise lounge seat.

All these models can be purchased in stores, but if you decide not to spend money and build a children's swing for your dacha with your own hands, we will help you.

Material

There are two options for materials for structures with supports: metal and wood. Unfortunately, a children's metal swing for a summer house will require special skills from you. If you are not a blacksmith or a welder, build metal carcass will be problematic. And you will also have to look for pipes for supports.

The optimal solution that any parent can implement is building a wooden swing.

Building a wooden swing

The simplest design is a children's hanging swing for a summer house without a frame. It’s great if you have on or near your site a big tree with a low-lying thick branch. They threw two ropes over it, built a seat from improvised materials - and the swing was ready. As a seat, you can use tires traditionally loved by summer residents, high chair, abandoned skateboard, piece of board, old ice cube. In general, everything that you think is suitable for a child to ride comfortably.

To build a frame swing, we first decide on the location. It should be close to home, but away from Beautiful and robust design swing chairs will not leave indifferent not only children, but also adults. U-shaped children's outdoor swings with green spaces near the vertical posts will provide shade and aesthetic design for this simple design

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Advice! For children it is better to attach the seatbnot two ropes, but four. To do this, take two lengths for each rope, fold them in half, and thread the ends into the seat.

If you are confused by this option, you can build a more stable structure by taking four pillars for the frame and placing them in the form of a block letter “L”. The sequence of work is almost the same, only you will need to dig four holes, cut the tops of the pillars at an angle, and connect them with metal parts. Between the pillars, at the bottom, at a height of about 50 cm, stiffening ribs should be nailed on both sides of the swing. This design creates opportunities for creating a real children's country corner. By increasing the distance between the posts, you can nail a long crossbar and add a rope or climbing ladder to the swing.

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How to assemble a children's garden swing

They try to do the weaving with a climbing rope. It has increased strength, so it will wear out for a long time. Let's start creating a swing.

1. We divide the hoop into eight identical sectors. We make markings with a marker. This is necessary in order to correctly place the future rope web.
2. Measure two diameters of the hoop and cut desired length ropes with a small margin.
3. Let's start weaving the web. Remember that the rope should not be taut. The child should then fit comfortably into the seat and not fall out of it.
4. All ropes, starting from the center, are intertwined crosswise. In the resulting central unit, multi-layer stitching is performed with nylon thread.
5. In the same way, loops and knots are sewn, which are attached directly to the metal circle.
6. The workpiece is wrapped with synthetic padding and sheathed with thick, moisture-resistant fabric. For convenience, a specially sewn pillow is placed on the woven web.
7. Sew strong loops to the four edges of the circle. We attach carabiners to them and hook the swing on a strong rope to a crossbar or tree branch.

It is allowed not to sheathe the structure with fabric. You can simply wrap the hoop with a thick multi-colored rope.

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On a note! One hoop in a ready-made swing can support up to 50 kg. If you need to hold more weight, you will have to take several hoops and twist them together using a rope.

Do-it-yourself outdoor children's swing for a summer residence: production features

If there are two or three children in the house, then you will have to create a multi-seat or at least a double design. Such swings are made quickly using the metal profile you are familiar with.

The available materials are: metal, fasteners and welding. It is also necessary to use the project that can be seen in the photo. Otherwise, there is a risk of making mistakes.

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How to make a swing at the dacha with your own hands for two children

Let's start solving the question of how to make a children's swing with your own hands.

Illustration	Description of action
	We saw the material according to required sizes and weld the parts together. You should end up with two identical bases.
	Next, you need to weld them together so that the finished frame takes the shape of a triangle.
	We take a metal tube and connect it to wooden block. Making a hole with a drill for a carbine
	We hang four chains on the carabiners, which will serve as holding elements.
	We cook the seat according to the planned pattern. Don’t forget to create rings through which the chains will be threaded
	All that remains is to paint and dry the structure. Option for children's entertainment ready

Try to make seats for swings from. It is treated with moisture-repellent agents and painted. This will ensure that the material does not delaminate over time.

DIY country swing for the whole family: popular options

To make a swing with your own hands in the country, metal is most often used.

Interesting do-it-yourself swing made from a profile pipe

To create a swing for a summer house with your own hands from metal, you need to provide the following components:

• quadrangular frame (it should become a load-bearing frame in the finished swing);
• A-shaped sidewall. It is made by welding several crossbars;
• one long tube. It will become the basis for attaching the swinging bench.

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How to make a swing with your own hands from metal

The process of installing a swing for a garden with your own hands consists of the following steps.

1. Using a grinder, we cut the material into separate fragments. To do this, you need to have a preliminary diagram according to which you can make blanks in accordance with the dimensions.
2. We sand the boards using a special machine or manually using emery.
3. All necessary details We connect them together using special fasteners, bolts or welding seams.
4. We dig 4 holes in the ground, install a metal swing for the cottage and fill it with concrete. Next we paint the structure.

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As a result, you get an individual forged swing for the garden. For such a product it is necessary to have a preliminary diagram indicating all dimensions.

Sofa swing for a summer residence

Country sofa swings are in use in great demand. If it is not possible to buy them, then they try to make them themselves. Metal options are highly durable. And if it is also properly processed, it will not be afraid of moisture.

Tools and materials for manufacturing

For production you will need metal profiles, welding machine and seating material. Typically, wood is used for such purposes. In addition, you will also need material for the roof. Those who plan to use it should know that it is quite hot under it in sunny weather, and it is not practical during hail (the material begins to crack). It is ideal to take a tension awning.

How to make a garden swing with your own hands from metal: instructions with photos

Let's start following the instructions for assembling the garden swing.

Illustration	Description of action
	We weld the frame. You can take your own sizes. It all depends on how much material you have. As a result, you should get a base like the one in the photo.
	We weld the frame for the swing to which the sofa will be attached. Next, we bend the arcs from the metal profile. They will play the role of armrests
	We hang the finished part on carabiners. Next we prepare the tree
	The finished version should look like this. The swing folds out into a sofa. Top part frame is attached to the frame using strong chains. All metal parts needs to be primed and then painted

To make the bed soft, it can be covered with a special fabric or periodically laid on top of a mattress and pillows for relaxation.

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To take a little break from everyday life in a quiet and cozy atmosphere, and also to please your children, we suggest you build a swing with your own hands. After all, they not only play the role of an element of relaxation, but will also have a beneficial effect on family relationships.

Kinds

All swings can be classified according to the number of axes of rotation:

• With one axis of rotation. Such swings are easy to make and are the most simple option. The movement of the seat occurs exclusively back and forth perpendicular to the beam on which the structure is placed. Minimum height from the surface of the earth to the seat in this case is 35 cm.

• With several axes of rotation. In this case, the movement of the seat from side to side is added. This design is quite labor intensive. Suitable for older children. The distance from the seat to the ground is the same - 35 cm.

• With one suspension point. The elements with the help of which the swing sets in motion - a chain or rope - converge at one point under the crossbar. In this case, the distance from the ground to the seat and from the seat to the structure supports will be 40 cm.

They are also divided according to purpose:

• Mobile. This option play building It has a simple, lightweight design, making it easy to transport from one place to another. For example, in any place convenient for playing: even in the house, even outside in the shade.
• Family. They have a huge heavy structure. At first glance, it looks like a bench without supporting elements with a big back. This swing can accommodate the whole family. A U-shaped structure is used to fasten it, and chains or cables with excellent strength are used as fixation. This type of play structure can be covered with an awning or a roof can be built over it - and you can ride even in the rain.
• Children's. This category of swings is made in the form of boats or hanging chairs. Children will be able to ride them only when adults are nearby with seat belts fastened.

Distinction by type of structure:

• Hammocks. Fastening occurs using a metal crossbar. This can, of course, be replaced with a strong lower tree branch, provided it is straight enough. The weight that the hammock structure can withstand is about two hundred kilograms. When using this design, you can feel the flight above the ground. This option is very popular among those who like to read books.
• Singles. Have varied design. No need to install an additional crossbar. The peculiarity is that it is easy to install, so this type of swing can be installed anywhere. Various materials are used for construction.
• Sun loungers. This system accommodates three people: one child and two adults. The configuration of the swing is such that its fixation is necessary only at one point, so it can be installed in an apartment. The strength of such a product, despite its apparent lightness, is quite high due to the metal alloy.
• Hanging. The design of this version of the swing is usually made of a seat and several cables or strong chains. The cable elements are fastened on each side. The dimensions of such a product are varied: they depend on the materials used. The distinctive qualities of the design are strength, lightness and comfort.

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Required Tools

Before you start making a swing, you must first prepare the required tools and materials. So, what do we need:

• File and sandpaper for metal.
• Welding installation.
• Electrodes.
• Container for preparing the solution.
• The ingredients for making the solution are crushed stone, water, cement, sand.
• Fasteners – bolts, nuts.
• Metal pipes.
• Wrenches.
• Shovel.
• Grinder with discs on a metal surface.

Preparing drawings

After all the preparatory steps have been completed, it is necessary to put the idea on paper. To do this, you need to understand what kind of swing design we will make.

Having decided on the design and type of swing, mentally imagine them in reality, as if you were already swinging on them. Now is the time to draw them. After completing the sketch, we recommend searching for similar options on the Internet. After all, the drawings can be either unique or those on which work has already been completed. It’s better not to “reinvent the wheel”, but to take it already ready-made options- this way you will save time and effort.

Below are several options for drawings with which you can independently build a swing for children.

How to make an outdoor swing

Made of wood

To make wooden swinging elements you will need the following material:

• Glued laminated timber 8x8 or 10x10 cm.
• The plywood is thicker.
• Solid wood.
• Boards.
• Chains, nuts, bolts, screws, self-tapping screws, studs.

Manufacturing process:

• Using a drill, we dig 2 holes 1-1.5 deep and 20 cm in diameter.
• We make pit cases from roofing felt.
• We throw the remains of bricks or large stones into the holes and fill them with concrete.
• As soon as the concrete has set, we install metal corners to install supports.
• Aboveground component concrete foundations must be sanded and painted in a bright shade.
• We tighten the base with screws (120 mm). To do this, first make a cut in the timber and install the studs. Using a hacksaw, we cut out the spacers and attach them to the structure with pins.
• Using self-tapping screws, we make a seat from thick plywood. We coat it with varnish and attach it to the sides of the chain.
• We make cuts in the pillars and install them on the mounted corners.
• We hang the seat.

You can learn how to make a wooden swing with your own hands from the following video.

The wooden swing is ready.

Made of metal

In order to lay the supports we will need:

• 74th metal pipe- 2 pcs.
• Bearings – 2 pcs.
• 15th pipe – 1 pc.
• Cement mortar.
• Shovel.
• Sand.
• Welding machine.
• Iron strip 7cm – 1 pc.

Support installation process:

• In thick pipes we make special holes at the top. This is necessary so that the crossbar rests on them.
• Prepare cement mortar.
• We dig holes for supports.
• We dig in the pillars and concrete them.
• On the crossbar we install 2 bearings with limiters made of steel strip. They must be welded to limit side to side movement of the bearings.
• We install the crossbar on the support. We also weld it.

Scroll necessary materials and tools for organizing seating for a new swing: Welding machine.

• Hammer.
• Screwdriver.
• Angle grinder.
• Pipe bender
• Roulette.
• 32nd pipe – 8m.
• Chain – 6m.
• Board 314x25 cm.
• Steel strip 341 cm long.
• Carabiner for chains – 2 pcs.
• Bolts for carabiners – 2 pcs.
• Coloring composition and water-repellent liquid.
• Small screws - 42 pcs.

Seat manufacturing process:

• Bend the pipes as necessary and cook using welding machine frame.
• Processing wooden surface water-repellent liquid and paint with regular street paint.
• We insert a wooden surface into the frame and secure it so that it holds tightly. This can be done using a metal strip, welding it in several places behind the seat: on the sides and horizontally along the seat.
• We fasten the chains with carabiners with bolts.
• Bearings and chains are also bolted together through iron strips specially bent with a hammer for this purpose. The size of the strips is about 20 cm.

Hanging

The configuration of such swings can be varied. Here are a few of them:

• Bungee– the most simple design. It is made from a rope tied at both ends. There should be a strong crossbar on top, and a plank or round crossbar on the bottom.
• Tire swing- an option similar to the previous one. Suspended both vertically and horizontally. They can be used to create fancy shapes, which gives impetus to the creative process of creating a unique swing design.
• Another option - a board or piece of tarpaulin is suspended from both sides of the edges symmetrically on two ropes or chains.
• With wide seats. This option is usually secured with four ropes or chains. Instead of a wide seat, you can use old chairs without legs, pallets and even benches.
• Soft swing. Their design resembles a hammock. They can also be made from a fabric base and wooden sticks or woven from rope.

One of the options for hanging swings will be discussed in the next section of our article.

On a spring

Manufacturing process:

• We purchase a truck spring with a height of at least 35 cm from the metal market - this will be our spring.
• We dig a hole for our spring.
• We assemble the anchor: for this we need a cross (you can use reinforcement with a diameter of 20 mm) and a pipe 50-60 cm long. These two elements must be welded.
• We fasten the anchor and spring using a boss.
• We lower the anchor into the hole, level it and fill it with concrete.
• We weld the boss to the spring. This is necessary to secure the swing body.
• We take whatman paper and draw out the necessary configuration of the body - here everything depends on your imagination. Don't forget about the handles that your baby will hold on to while riding.
• We transfer the design onto plywood and cut it out using a jigsaw.
• We fasten the body to the boss using metal strips measuring 30x4 mm and bolts.
• We paint the swing in bright colors.

You can also learn more about how to make a spring swing with your own hands from the video below.

Now you can use the swing.

We do it for home and apartment

Any homemade design, which is used at home by children, must meet certain safety requirements. This also applies to swings made with your own hands.

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Requirements:

• Material. It must be environmentally friendly. It is advisable to use natural materials. For example, wood is perfect. And in a home environment it is also a good microclimate, which will have a positive effect on the health of your children.
• Order. After the child has played on the swing, it must be removed. Stay close to him while he rides.
• Swing elements should not be hazardous. Hands and feet should not get tangled or stuck in them.
• Workmanship. The entire surface of the swing should be smooth - sand it the best way and free from knots.

Before you start manufacturing, you need to decide on the space where the swing will be located and prepare all the materials necessary for this.

Materials that we will need to make the riding device:

• Plywood (board) with dimensions 400x400 mm for making a seat.
• Boundary strips with dimensions 400x65x20 mm 5 pcs.
• Copper tubes 4 things. with a diameter of 20 mm: two 65 mm long and 2 125 mm long.
• Rope 6 m long.

Manufacturing process:

• The seat board and slats must first be processed with a plane. Sharp and protruding parts must be removed.
• We drill holes in the 4 corners of the seat at a distance of 40 mm from the edges. The diameter of the holes should be 6-10 mm. The limiter strips also need to be drilled with the same distance to the edges. Let us remind you that there are only 5 of them: 2 go to the back, 2 to the sides and 1 to the front.
• We assemble the entire structure. To do this, we insert the rope through all the holes and secure it with reliable knots.
• We hang the swing and paint it.

The swing for the house is ready.

Child safety rules

Below are a few rules to keep your child safe while riding:

• If the swing design involves one suspension point, then the fastenings of its elements must be made in such a way that the rope or chain does not twist during the swing process.
• If a chain is used as hanging components, it should be covered. Unnecessary garden hoses can come to the rescue. This is necessary to prevent the child’s fingers from getting caught in the chain.
• Placing two swinging devices on the frame is not permitted. In this case, collisions between children when swinging are possible.
• Secure the landing area. Cut bark or sand will soften the blows of possible falls.
• Make sitting easy. Plastic, rubber or wood are suitable for this.
• The seat should have springy qualities. Sides covered with rubber are a completely acceptable option. This should protect children from impacts from the swing.
• There should be no plants within the perimeter of the landing area that could harm the child.
• Carefully process all wooden components with a plane, sand and apply varnish to them. This will prevent children from getting splinters and scratches.
• Drive all protruding parts in the form of bolts and nails, as well as other metal parts, into the wood.
• Among the safer swing designs, L- and A-shapes stand out. This is due to the fact that in this case the load on the structure is less than with other forms. The greater the distance between vertical supports, the more reliable the structure and the less wear and tear on parts when using the swing.
• Hanging swing carabiners tend to wear out quickly - they need to be changed once a year. Use carabiners with plastic inserts, so they will be reliably protected from wear.
• Do not use hooks instead of carabiners. During active rocking, they can break and the child will suffer.
• It is better to lubricate the place where the rope and the fastening unit come into contact machine oil. This will increase its service life.
• The location of children's swing options must meet safety requirements. These should be places outside of any vertical barriers: walls, fences, trees and all kinds of buildings. If there is strong swinging, there is a high risk of injury to the child. Additionally, inspect the nearby area for the presence of sharp and cutting elements - there should not be any.