Build Simple A Frame Swing Set

Free standing a frame swing set step 1.

Build simple a frame swing set.

The optimal safe distance. The swing set plans below vary in skill level and lumber cost. Measure and mark the locations of the holes for all the swing set accessories across the top beam of swing set. It s important to keep the holes straight so use a speed square to guide the drill bit.

Buy your lumber and hardware. Now here s a beauty of a simple swing set. Miter saw adjustable wrench speed square torpedo level hammer screw swing hardware with bushing orbital sander and sanding pads exterior paint roller handle and cover paint pan painter s tape spool of heavy duty nylon rope utility knife. Steps for building a swing set.

Attach hangers and brackets to beam. Plumb the a frames with a spirit level before fitting the top beam otherwise the corners won t be right angled. Choosing the proper location plays a major role in successfully building a swing. Dig holes in the ground and set the posts into concrete as to build a sturdy swing.

See pic 1 figure 1 above for. Attach swing hangers to the 4 x 6 beam. With the beam on the ground insert the 8 ft. Be sure they are all fully inserted.

4x4 s into the brackets. Situate and stand up. How to build a modern a frame swing set determine location and dig postholes. Check each plan carefully to make sure that it s right for your yard and skill level before getting started.

Drill holes all the way through the beam on the marks. Buy from your favorite home inprovement store or. While the basic structure of this classic design uses three pieces of lumber two for the sides and one across the top mandi of tidbits from the. With the help of a friend attach a 4x4x10 post to each end of a 6x6x12 post using post brackets image 1.

On the other hand you should also fit 4 4 braces between the a frames in order to add support to the construction. A simple swing set will only take a weekend to build and will be fairly gentle on the budget.