10 Tips For Choosing an Outdoor Swingset

Have you ever tried to research kid’s playsets, comparing all the prices, designs, and options on the market? A single search in Google returns dozens of different brands, styles, and types of outdoor swing sets. After you spend 30 minutes searching for the perfect playset, you may feel a bit overwhelmed and think there's no end to the variety of playsets available.

With all these choices, it can be overwhelming to decide which playset is the best choice for your children. Here are 10 basic points to help you make a good choice.

Structural Strength

Children have a seeming endless supply of energy. An outdoor swingset is a healthy outlet for their energy. Therefore, it's vital to buy a high quality play set that is made to withstand the seemingly boundless energy of your children each day. Both the type of material used and the actual structure of the set is important to ensure that it will stand the test of time. Southern Yellow Pine, for example, has superior structural strength and a lasting exterior surface, which makes it an excellent choice for a strong and durable wooden swing set.

Value for Money

Really, who wants to pay extra for nothing? Make sure you compare apples to apples. Some manufacturers offer more options and size for the same money. Give extra attention to the size of the playsets you're comparing and the features included.

A Scalable Design

Today there are more options available for kid’s playsets than ever before. Consider the ages and number of your children for starters. If you want to expand your playset later, pick a modular, option-friendly design so you can easily add more attachments and options as your family grows.

Attention to the Details

Little details, such as rounded corners and smooth surfaces, all contribute to a higher value. Your children’s little hands and arms are tender and can easily get slivers or skinned up playing around sharp corners and rough surfaces. Choose a playset with recessed hardware and built out of milled lumber free of sharp corners.

Unique and Innovative Designs

With many different styles and options available, you no longer have to go with the flow and buy a cookie cutter outdoor playset. Try a unique playset built by forward-thinking designers.

Delivery and Easy Installation

If you choose to purchase a wooden swing set kit and assemble it yourself, you may be able to get it delivered to your house for a good price, rather than hauling it home yourself. Ask about the difficulty level of assembling your set and make sure there are clear plans included.

If you don't want to install the set yourself, buy from a swing set company with local installers who can deliver your outdoor swing set and install it professionally. Professional installers can quickly assemble and place your set, and you will have peace of mind knowing the set is safe for your children to use.

Ready Changeability

Do you want a playset that can change colors? You can give a wooden swingset a fresh coat of paint or stain to quickly change the color of a wooden swingset or freshen it up after it weathers a bit.

Renewable Resource

Think about the resources your outdoor playset will use. Are these materials renewable? Consider a wood such as Southern Yellow Pine, which is replenished every 25-40 years. Harvesters ensure future resources by planting thousands of acres each year as they harvest. This is a great choice for a wooden playset.

Satisfaction Guarantee

Choose a swingset brand that offers a warranty against defects. If you choose a wood swingset, make sure it's warranty covers rotting or fungal decay.

Lasting Memories

Memories made with your children are priceless. Interacting with your children on an outdoor swing set in the backyard is bound to create precious, fun-filled memories. Soon it will be too late to seize those short-lived opportunities with your children. Start today.

We hope these tips can help you choose the outdoor swing set of your dreams. Choose one now and start making precious memories for years to come!