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Swing Set
Asked by L.H. from Melbourne
on October 8, 2009
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We're thinking about buying a swing set from ToysRUs and I'm looking for reviews. They seem a lot cheaper than other places and I'm nervous they might not be as sturdy.
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- I bought our swing set from toys r us about 3 years ago and paid $800+ for it. It was the biggest one they had at the time. My girlfiend bought a set from rainbow 1 ...
- We have one of the sets from Toys R us - bought it about five years ago and it is still going strong for our 8 year old and 2.5 year old. We did have to replace some ...
- I am not sure of the quality or lack there of of sets at Toys R Us - likely it is because they specialize in toys and can get a good price from their supplier(s)...tha...
What Is Under Your Swing Set?
Asked by M.E. from Philadelphia
on February 23, 2011
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We've ordered a swing set that we'll be putting up when spring finally arrives. The deck height is 5 feet. We don't know whether to just put it up on the grass or put ...
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- Check out www.bestmulch.com. Even though you are in Collegeville, this is a great website that has a calculator on how to determine how much product you need. They d...
- Ours has dirt and grass under it. If we've had a good bit of rain, it's muddy, but we've just never gotten around to putting bark nuggets down. I was thinking about th...
- ours only has dirt and grass.
Ideas About Playstructure for the Backyard
Asked by M.G. from San Francisco
on May 2, 2008
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I am interested in other mom's ideas for a playstructure in our backyard. I have heard that cedar play structures are the best because they don't splinter, but they se...
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- M., JUST YESTERDAY on craigslist I saw the greatest play structure!! I think it might be an indoor one but you should definitely check out the baby+kids section at cr...
- Try finding a used one on Craigslist. We got one that was 4 years old for $500...I've seen them for less too.
- We have the Step2 Naturally playful clubhouse climber http://www.step2.com/product.cfm?product_id=1309 and have loved it! We have a 3 yr old and an 18 mo old and both ...
What Kind of Swing Set?
Asked by B.T. from San Antonio
on November 7, 2009
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Hello Moms!! I have a soon to be 2 yr old who LOVES to be outside. For his b'day I am looking at getting him a swing-set. However..I have no clue which one to get. I ...
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- We had a Rainbow play system. We bought it 19 years ago when there was very little competition out there in the wooden playsets. Rainbow was one of the first to br...
- Rainbow Playscapes are GREAT! We had one for 10 years and just recently gave it to our neighbors. It needs a little work, but my kids could still use it if they want...
- We bought a Rainbow playset and my 2 1/2 yr old loves it. We ordered a special step ladder with rails so it is easier for her to climb. She loves the swing, and (li...
Seeking Advice on Staining/painting Wood Swing-set
Asked by D.I. from Chicago
on June 4, 2008
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Last summer we inherited a wood swing-set from our neighbors who moved. I know at one point the wood was treated (stained/painted? I don't know which), but it seems t...
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- We also inherited a swingset two summers ago, and I cleaned it with Oxi-Clean and water (using the deck cleaning directions). Then we let it dry and used clear Thomps...
- We also inherited a wood swing set and I was looking at it this year thinking it needs to be treated. We recently built a cedar potting bench and used Behr water-seal ...
- D.- I'm looking into restaining our deck this summer. We used a semi-solid Cabot stain on the rails & benches & I wanted to let U know our result from a couple years ...
Buying a Swing Set from Walmart?
Asked by B.K. from Sacramento
on July 5, 2007
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We are planing to buy a wooden swing set from walmart for our son's birthday. It is the Durango set made by backyard ventures. Has anyone bought this or any of the s...
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- We got the Durango swing set a few months ago. It is a great set, very good quality for the money. My kids are 5, 4 and 2 and they all love it. My husband did get s...
- I was hoping to see what kind of responses you get, as I would like to buy one too.
- I don't know anything about Wal-Mart, but Backyard Adventures playset are VERY nice. You might want to look at www.backyardadventures.com and see what they offer and ...
Swing Set Safety
Asked by C.P. from New York
on June 6, 2008
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Any advice on purchasing a swing set? My hubby feels the aluminum sets aren't secure enough; I heard that the wood sets are dangerous because of the chemically treate...
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- Hi, I agree with what Arlene S said. We searched all over for a "safe" swing set and felt there were many better and more secure options with wood. If you select one ...
- well you could get plastic, but wood would be better environmental, kwim. honestly, the swing sets are all over the place, and if there were safety issue, they would...
- There are other outdoor options and smaller units depending on the childs age.. if you really want one .. get what you can ..and just be careful... I personally lik...
Purchasing a Swing Set
Asked by L.R. from Detroit
on June 13, 2008
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My daughter will be 2 in July and we thought about purchasing a swing set for her birthday.
My husband is set on getting a medal one. Which I guess is fine becau...
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- Check out Healthy Toys.com and they have all the toys that have ever been recalled and the reason for the recall
- I would rec. the wood play structure from costco. It can grow with your child. A metal swing set will only last so long. A wood one with the "fort" on top will ente...
- We have a wooden one with a wave slide, 2 swings (can put up baby swings instead) and the trapeze bar. I bought if for my oldest when he turned 2 and he is now 12 ... ...
Looking for Good Swing Set...
Asked by L.F. from Charlotte
on April 9, 2010
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I'm looking for a swing set that is inexpensive, fairly compact and that will last. I saw that ToysRus has one that is around $200 but some of the reviews said it was...
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- I can't imagine getting anything very good for under $500 (I'm assuming you want the wooden style you can build from Home Depot or Lowes), because you say the $200 TRU...
- $200 is an good price IF it has a lot of functions and swingsets now adays wont last long anyway if you want them to last you need to put some kind of waterproof coati...
- We got a Kettler Trimstation last fall and the kids love it. They are 5 & 3. It's small and different from other swing sets in that it is designed for more upper body ...
Border for Around Swing Set
Asked by J.M. from Minneapolis
on May 9, 2007
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I need opinions on what type of border to put around our swingset wood, plastic, composite wood or any other suggestions you may have. Also what has everyone put under...
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- For under the swingset, I have a Rainbow Playset with woodchips under it. As it rains and gets packed down they are nice and spongy and soft.
- I am a licensed childcare provider with a playground system. We used 4x4 green-treat timbers around our Rainbow systems. The timbers are secured into the ground with...
- I find that the shredded rubber is the most forgiving with injuries and is eco friendly
