How to install a country swing. Country swing: types, installation, precautions. Fastening system

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How to assemble a kindergarten swing

They try to weave 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 the markup with a marker. This is necessary in order to correctly place the future rope web.
2. Measure the two diameters of the hoop and cut the rope to the desired length with a small margin.
3. We start weaving the web. Remember that the rope should not be taut. In the future, the child should 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, multilayer stitching with nylon thread is performed.
5. In the same way, hinges and knots are sewn, which are attached directly to the metal circle.
6. The workpiece is wrapped with padding polyester and sheathed with a dense 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 the 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 tourniquet.

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

Do-it-yourself street swing for children: production features

If there are two or three children in the house, then you will have to create a variant of a multi-seat or at least a two-seat design. Such a swing is performed quickly using a metal profile familiar to you.

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

How to make a swing in the country with your own hands for two children

We begin to solve the question of how to make a children's swing with our own hands.

Illustration	Description of action
	We cut the material to the required dimensions and weld the parts together. You should get two identical bases.
	Next, you need to weld them together so that the finished frame gets the shape of a triangle
	We take a metal tube and connect it to a wooden block. Making a hole with a drill for a carbine
	We hang four chains on the carabiners, which will serve as retaining elements
	We cook the seat according to the outlined scheme. Do not forget to create rings through which the chains will be threaded
	It remains only to paint and dry the structure. Option for children's entertainment is ready

Try to make swing seats from. It is treated with moisture-repellent agents and painted. This will allow the material not to delaminate over time.

Do-it-yourself 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 from a profile pipe

To create a swing for a summer residence made of metal with your own hands, it is necessary to provide for the presence of the following components:

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

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. With the help of a grinder, we cut the material into separate fragments. For this, it is necessary to have a preliminary scheme according to which, in accordance with the dimensions, to make blanks.
2. We grind the boards using a special machine or manually using emery.
3. We connect all the necessary parts to each other using special fasteners, bolts or welds.
4. We dig 4 holes in the ground, install a metal swing for a summer residence and fill it with concrete. Next, we paint the structure.

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

Sofa swing for summer cottages

Country swing sofas are in great demand. If it is not possible to buy them, then they try to make them with their own hands. Metal versions are highly durable. And if it is also properly processed, then it will not be afraid of moisture.

Tools and materials for manufacturing

For production, you will need metal profiles, a welding machine and a seating material. Usually a tree 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 hot enough under it in sunny weather, and it is not practical during hail (the material begins to crack). It is ideal to take a tarp.

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

We proceed to follow the instructions for assembling a garden swing.

Illustration	Description of action
	We carry out welding of the frame. You can take your own sizes. It all depends on how much material you have at your disposal. As a result, you should get such a basis as in the photo.
	We weld the frame for the swing, to which the sofa will be attached. Next, we bend the arc from the metal profile. They will play the role of armrests
	We hang the finished part on the carabiners. Next, we are preparing the tree.
	The finished version should look like this. The swing is laid out on the sofa. The upper part of the frame is attached to the frame with strong chains. All metal parts must be primed and then painted

To keep the bed soft, it can be sheathed with a special fabric or periodically placed on top of a mattress and pillows for rest.

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Content

Any caring parents strive to make the pastime of their children as rich and interesting as possible. How can you diversify your child's leisure time while relaxing in the country? The easiest and most inconvenient option is to make a children's swing with your own hands. Moreover, it is not at all difficult if you show ingenuity.

How to choose material for making a swing

Of course, in order to independently make a summer cottage swing, you need to have not only certain construction tools, but also the skills to work with them. Therefore, before deciding to build, assess your strength sensibly. A swing for a summer cottage made of metal is, of course, a fundamental building.

But in order to build it, you must know how the metal behaves in certain conditions and you need to own a welding machine, a grinder, a hacksaw.
If you do not feel confident enough to implement such a global project, then perhaps a wooden swing for a summer residence is more suitable for you.

Wood is an easier material to process, and even non-professionals can cope with the construction. Just choose a type of wood that is strong enough to build. Spruce, cedar, birch, oak are suitable. And make sure that there are no defects on it - knots, holes, etc.: after all, not only the comfort, but also the safety of your baby depends on this. Of course, you can use plastic as a material for manufacturing.

However, its only advantage is its low cost. It does not belong to environmentally friendly materials. In addition, if you want your garden swing to withstand not only children, but also adults, plastic is definitely not suitable for you. However, often a swing to the cottage can be built literally from what is at hand - you will see for yourself.

> Simple ideas for creating a swing with your own hands

A wooden pallet left over from construction work can be an excellent basis for a swing. You will also need sturdy rope and a tree sturdy enough to support the swing. If there is no suitable tree, it will be possible to dig in the support pillars.
In its simplest form, you can banally fasten a rope on a pallet and tie it to a support. If you wish, you can complicate the concept by connecting several pallets together, erecting a backrest near the swing, and painting them beautifully.

2. Swing from a snowboard or skateboard

The snowboard is broken, but the board is still there? It can be an excellent basis for outdoor swing for summer cottages. Despite the seeming fragility, the snowboard is very durable and can withstand heavy loads, so it is ideal for the role of a swing seat. The main thing is to securely attach it to the ropes and hang it on a support.
If a roller mechanism remains on the skateboard, this makes making a swing with your own hands an even easier task. It will be enough for you to build loops from the ropes and thread a skateboard through them: the wheels will fix the ropes and keep them from slipping.

This type of swing can be attributed to the classics of the genre. Construction still begins with the construction of support beams - wooden or metal, and a crossbeam between them. Bolts with rings are screwed into the upper beam. One end of the ropes is attached directly to the tire, and the other is threaded through the rings. You can use chains instead of ropes.

The same tree can serve as a support, which significantly speeds up the process of announcing a summer cottage swing with your own hands. This option resembles, rather, a bungee, and does not pretend to be a special aesthetics.
In general, if there is no particular desire to start global construction, anything can be useful as a handy material for making a children's swing for a summer residence:

• logs;

• bars;

• planks;

• even a seat from a chair or chair.

The main thing is to give free rein to creativity.

Photos of various swings for summer cottages

Remember the childhood sensations of a swing? This is not only pleasant, but also useful - monotonous swinging trains the vestibular apparatus, and also calms the nervous system. The second property is very useful in our time. Such a pleasant relaxation treatment after a busy day. Moreover, any person with "straight" hands can make a swing with their own hands. There are, of course, complex models, but there are many more simple ones.

About constructions

Like most outbuildings, swings are most often made of wood. Racks and crossbar - from a bar, logs, seats - from planks and even from parts of home furniture.

A little about the designs. There are three main types of hanging swings, or as they are also called - boat swing, sofa, bench, etc. The main difference is in the type of support structure: there is an A-shaped and a U-shaped. You see an example with racks folded into a triangular structure above, and in the photo below an example with a U-shaped rack. This is more likely with a suspended bench and it is built according to the same type, only taking into account the swinging loads.

There is a third type - this is already a complex structure that requires certain skills - it is based on articulated joints and they swing from resting their feet on the floor. Immediately, we will give you photos and diagrams for those who wish (you can expand to full screen if you click on the arrows in the upper right corner of the picture).

We make a swing with our own hands from a tree

Most often, they make a design in the form of the letter "A" on their own. It is simpler and requires less material. Let's take a closer look at the nodes, fasteners, talk about materials, protection against destruction and stability.

Materials (edit)

Immediately about what to make a wooden swing. The choice of lumber section depends on the planned load. If it is assumed that there will be one adult person, the racks and the upper crossbar are at least 50 * 70 mm. If a larger number of "seats" is expected - two or three, then the cross-section of the bar is at least 100 * 100 mm, in better case - 100 * 150 mm. It has been experimentally established that such a structure, when using a 100 * 100 bar, normally withstands a total load of about 200 kg. If you need more - take a larger section, or put logs))

About what the bench / sofa is made of. A bar of 70 * 40 mm will go to the frame, the backrest height is at least 600 mm, the seat depth is at least 480 mm. You can experiment with the depth of the seat and the angle of the backrest: there are options for the "recumbent" position. Accordingly, the length of the sofa and the dimensions of the structure vary greatly from this. For fastening, use 200 nails or hairpins at least 10 mm in diameter.

How to position the racks

A diagram with dimensions and a list of the required material in the photo below. To be honest, very few people make from such materials, as indicated in the specification. More often they put a bar.

There are varieties of this design: with or without a bottom frame. If the swing will be installed on a rigid platform and the fasteners are made rigid, on studs, without the possibility of backlash, then such a structure will stand without problems. If in doubt, you can make a screed from a bar along the bottom, nail it with pins to the coating, or drive the staples into the ground.

A crossbar has been added here, there is nothing to disperse. The simplest design, but the "legs" can disperse

For those who are afraid of lateral loads - the structure in this axis is not the most reliable - we can offer the racks to be installed with a slope. The area will be large, but the stability will be high.

If it is intended to be installed in the ground, parts of the racks that will be buried must be treated with bio-protection. As a cheap option, put it in a container with used oil for several hours. Dry, then bury. They are buried to a depth of at least 50 cm, a little rubble is poured at the bottom, racks are set up and concreted. If you are afraid that this is not enough, attach several strips of metal crosswise at the bottom. The hole will have to be digged with a larger size, but the retention area will be larger.

Crossbar fastening methods

In all swings of this type - with the racks sawn at the top - the problem is the attachment point of the crossbeam, to which the bench is then hooked. In the photo above, it is solved reliably, although not entirely aesthetically pleasing. The trouble is that aesthetic methods are difficult to execute. And, if you are not for sale, it is faster to do something inelegant, but reliable. So, in order to secure the cross-member, an overhead bar is attached below the intersection, pulled to the racks with pins. The crossbar rests on it, which is held from lateral shifts by racks and fasteners - nails and studs.

Another way to install the cross member is to attach the side posts in an “X” shape. With this option, the support beam fits perfectly. It is additionally fastened with nails, and the racks are pulled together with hairpins. See this option in the next photo.

Everything is fine, but the length of the sofa is not enough ...

By the same principle, do-it-yourself swings from logs are assembled: the side ones are fastened crosswise, and a support log is laid on top. If the timber is sometimes assembled on nails, then in the case of logs, studs are mainly used.

For those who are familiar with carpentry, there are more options: in a half-tree. Such a project in the photo gallery below with a close-up of some of the key nodes.

How the racks are fastened together - inside view

Photo gallery of homemade swing on chains

And several photos of different swings made on the basis of the A-shaped structure.

Made of thin logs under a reed roof - looks great Chic option - 3-seater, and maybe more, swing Another option, in which all the "finishing touches" were formed - racks in the form of the letter "X" and under a slope One of the modifications - more difficult in making It - a whole house-swing ... funnily Immediately and the stairs ...

Attaching the swing to the bar

The attachment for the swing also requires clarification, that is, it is not obvious to everyone how to hang a bench-sofa on the crossbar. First, the crossbar is drilled from bottom to top through and through. A bolt is passed through the hole, to which an eye nut is attached. One or two wide washers are placed under the nut head so that it does not squeeze under the weight.

It turns out that the ring of the eye nut is located at the bottom. You can attach a carabiner to it, throw a rope or cable, etc. Just pay attention that the carabiner should normally hang freely on the ring of the eye nut. And in the carabiner, two chain links should fit freely. Therefore, it is advisable to buy everything together in one store: you can try on the entire unit at once.

By the way, in a rigging store, you can stumble upon other devices that can be adapted to attach chains or ropes from the swing seat. For example, such as in the photo below.

They are designed to lift loads from 0.5 tons, so there is no point in using them for children, but on a swing for adults - quite.

This mount has a significant disadvantage - a squeak is heard when rocking. For a while, you can get rid of it by lubricating the unit, but this operation will have to be repeated periodically. The way out is to make a knot on bearings, but you can't do without welding.

DIY metal swing

Their design is exactly the same. The material is different, and the method of its attachment. This is welding. For those who are familiar with, it will not be difficult to cook something like this. And for inspiration, a photo report.

Below is a drawing of this swing with dimensions. Some clarification is required. The figure shows a pipe welded around the perimeter (this plane is shaded). It is buried and therefore is not visible in the photo. It was made in order to increase stability: the masses of friends are considerable. For the same reason, metal plates are welded onto the ends of the posts. The installation was complicated, but the swing is still standing.

For the manufacture it took 22 meters of a profile pipe 50 * 50 mm, for a seat 25 * 25 mm - 10 mm, boards 2000 * 120 * 18 - 7 pieces and the rest - fasteners, paint, anti-rust.

There is another way to attach the swing to the bar. He is in the photo.

A way to attach a metal swing to a crossbar

The original form of a swing from a profile pipe - the posts are non-linear, but curved. If it is possible to do this with a tree, then only a master.

Baby swing

For children, you can make the same design, but smaller.

There are several other models for as well. Here are the first - swing scales or balancer.

Swing for children - balancer or scales

Everything is clear, questions may arise only on the attachment point. Below is a drawing showing dimensions. To decorate the upper part, steel plates are fixed inside. To make them swing, a hole is drilled into which a pin is threaded. It is possible to improve "rolling" by inserting bearings.

Quickly and simply, you can make a nest swing from a tire (car tire). Bolts with eye-nuts are installed in it at four corners, but of a smaller diameter (do not forget about washers), ropes or chains cling to them, and you can even throw them on the corresponding branch on a tree, or hang them on a horizontal bar.

A solid wooden swing suitable for the general style of the landscape at the 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 on your own and make a summer cottage swing, giving your site a unique flavor. After all, there is nothing particularly complicated in this.

Wooden swings are classified into three main types:

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

Frame swing

• • hanging on ropes or cables, such as "bungee";

Hanging swing, "bungee"

• swing - "scales" or balancing. This type of swing is for two.

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

Where to locate?

If the choice is made in favor of the classic "bungee", we hang on the nearest tree that inspires confidence in terms of strength. When choosing a place 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 pointed objects;
• illumination. It is advisable that the sun falls on the site until the evening. So the wooden material is insured against dampness;
• it is better to immediately pick up the surface relief so that you do not have to carry out additional work;
• the place should not be “blown by all winds”. Drafts are fraught with quick colds.

It is good if there is sand or soft lawn under the swing. This will help prevent serious injury from the stone or reinforcement in the event of a fall.

Drawing

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

General provisions that reflect the drawings of a garden swing from a log:

• frame structure;
• sizes. For a swing, this is the height and area of ​​the base;
• the places of fasteners and reinforcing elements should be marked;
• the number of seats and their type;
• the length of the 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 the safety of use.

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

The lumber must be selected dry, without traces of mold or foci of decay. There should be no knots falling out, crevices, holes made by pests. A large volume is not required on a wooden swing, so you can check every board and beam.

Instruments

To make a wooden swing you will need:

Strong branch on

• mix for concrete mortar;
• nails, screws, bolts, corners (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 to make a garden swing from logs.

Wooden swing care

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

Such a swing will delight more than one generation, provided that these simple and clear 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.

You can buy a country swing made of plastic, wood or metal. In terms of cost, plastic, of course, outperform metal or wooden counterparts, while the quality, as a rule, is at a high level - after all, the base of the frame is still made of metal. Of the advantages, it is worth noting the low weight of the structure and ease of maintenance: plastic swing is easy to wash, they do not rust and do not rot.

Metal ones are made, as a rule, of steel, which is covered with a special protective layer that protects the metal from rust. The designs of such swings are relatively lightweight, and manufacturers often use perforation to reduce weight.

Unlike plastic or wooden counterparts, metal swings are able to withstand shocks and other mechanical influences, they can be repeatedly assembled and disassembled, for example, for, and the structure will not lose its strength. That is why such swings are recommended for garden plots and summer country houses. There are many metal models, one of the most popular is a swing-bed or.

Swing often becomes the centerpiece of garden design. They are decorated with pillows and removable covers, furnished with small architectural compositions.

Wooden garden swing looks spectacular. But their cost is quite high, and the material is capricious. Before installation, it is advisable to treat the wooden swing with special solutions that protect against decay and, for the winter, they must be removed to a dry, well-ventilated room. However, even during the period of use, it is better to protect the wooden swing from direct sunlight, so that the tree does not dry out, does not burn out in the sun.

Swing installation

Your own preferences and financial capabilities will help you decide on the material, however, before the swing is purchased, it is necessary to resolve the issue of their installation. So, a garden swing with legs is designed to be installed exclusively on a solid and level surface. Such structures are suitable for a terrace or veranda, but it is not recommended to put them on the lawn, since the legs will go away over time. You can put it on a tile or an asphalt area, but do not neglect safety measures: fix the legs with brackets so that the structure does not travel on the site under load.

Please note that if there are children in the house, the swing should not be placed near pools and ponds, as well as installed on hard surfaces, give preference to a lawn.

If you are going to install the swing stationary, counting on their year-round use, dig holes under the legs, fill in gravel, tamp, put the swing. In some cases, it will be appropriate to screw the legs of the swing or arcs to some stable base. This will give the structure maximum rigidity and safety. You must be sure that the swing will not overturn.

When choosing a swing for year-round use, remember that some types of fabrics quickly fade in the sun, and the materials from which the swing is made can deteriorate under the influence of moisture and snow load. It is better to remove the swing for the winter, or cover them during storage with special covers, which are more convenient to do with hinges and ties.

The arc support means that the structure can be put in any place convenient for you. Such a swing is chosen for the equipment of playgrounds. The arcs have a large support area, the base is devoid of sharp protrusions. Such a swing can be placed on the sand or just on the ground. The only serious disadvantage is that these structures require a large mounting area, and besides, they are often much more massive than analogues on legs or technical runners.

Garden swing care

To prolong the life of a garden swing, it is necessary to process it periodically, regardless of the material from which it is made. How to care for this or that type of swing, as well as what composition to choose for processing, you can learn from the instructions and from the seller of garden tools.

Almost all structures (with the exception, perhaps, of plastic ones) do not tolerate moisture, and therefore it is advisable to spread an awning over the swing. Two or three times a year, it will be necessary to carry out a technical inspection and lubricate all hinges, working units. Metal swing can be painted, but only so that the dried paint does not affect the mobility of the elements.

If the structure is located on sandy ground, twice a year you will have to disassemble the mechanical part with the hub in order to remove the abrasive sand particles, which can easily make the swing creak throughout the entire area. It will be necessary to completely replace the grease.

Periodically you need to wash the structure, wash covers and mattresses. Having correctly selected and correctly installed the swing, you can rest assured that your summer cottage will become more comfortable and cozy with an accessory such as a country swing.