Swing Set Parts: The Ultimate Guide
Whether you’re building a new backyard play area or enhancing your neighborhood playground, a swing set guarantees plenty of smiles and laughs from everyone. The first step to this fun project is making sure you have all the correct parts. If you’re ready to get swinging, read on for your ultimate guide to swing set parts.
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Swing Set Parts
Here’s everything you need to build your new swing set:
Swing Frames
A swing frame is the foundation of every swing set. When it comes to choosing one that best fits your needs, always take into account the amount of space you’re working with and whether you’re building your swing set for residential or commercial use. Additionally, you want to consider how many children plan on using the swing set. For solo-swingers, our Outdoor Standard 6’ High -1 Swing – 1 Bay makes perfect sense. On the other hand, if you’re building a swing set for a preschool playground, our Heavy 8’ High – 6 Swing – 3 Bay is an excellent option.
Frame Fittings
Frame fittings aren’t usually the first product that comes to mind when you’re building a swing set. However, their function is essential for safety! The job of a swing frame fitting is to connect the top rail of a swing set to its legs. Middle and end frame fittings are necessities. At American Swing, we offer a variety of frame fittings that work perfectly with proper application. If you’re unsure which fittings best suit your needs, feel free to contact us for assistance.
Swing Chains
Without a swing chain, there wouldn’t be much swinging at all! Swing chains allow the seat to move back and forth while also providing safety to prevent kids from falling. At American Swing, we offer a variety of swing chains, and the best one for you depends on your child’s age. Our 5’ Soft Grip Chain is ideal for toddlers as it provides softer grips for little hands. If you’re shopping for older children, our 8.5’ Plastisol Coated Chains offer more grip and length for a higher range of motion.
Swing Seats
The swing seats you should choose largely depend on your child’s age and unique needs. At American Swing, we offer swing seats for children of all ages and abilities, from infants to 12-year-olds. If you’re shopping for babies, our Infant High Back Bucket Seat with Insert makes perfect sense. For older children, our Strap Seat Rubber with Insert is our most popular option. Our swing seats come in a variety of colors, including blue, yellow, red, and green. To make the swing set building process more fun, you can let your little ones choose the color of their seat!
Fasteners
Fasteners are crucial to the overall function and safety of a swing set. These work by securing your chain and ensuring that your seats can swing back and forth! The correct fasteners for your swing set depend on the metal frame you choose. For example, the correct fasteners for a tire swing look much different than those for a traditional swing. As always, feel free to contact our team if you need assistance with choosing your fasteners.
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We hope our ultimate guide to swing set parts assists you! Now, it’s time to make your dream swing a reality. At American Swing, we are proud to offer a full range of residential and commercial swing set equipment that is affordable, safe, and built to last. Your new playground awaits. Shop today!
