Guide swings
Swinging is not only fun for children, it also trains their sense of balance. But which swing is suitable for which age and how can the garden play equipment be securely fixed?
The swing children's swing Popular play equipment in the garden: children's swings Training the sense of balance is essential for the healthy physical and mental development of children. The swinging and the associated pendulum movements promote the children's movement coordination and body control. In addition, they get to know their spatial environment better.
A swing is either attached to a tree or a suitable frame.
1.1 Baby swings Even if the child is not yet able to swing on its own, baby swings are a lot of fun for the little ones. The rocking motion and vibration soothe the baby. They are suitable for toddlers from the age of six months. In contrast to a baby bouncer, however, it is important that the child can sit independently. Baby swings can be installed both in the apartment and in the garden. All baby swings have a safety belt.
1.2 children's swings Older children also love to swing. We present the models for children from the age of three.
1.3 combi swings Swing frames, for example from Trekassy, ensure great fun in the garden. They usually consist of several components in various combinations such as:
Single swing with climbing frame, children's slide and play tower Board swing(s) and gondola swing swing with seesaw Swing with slide double swing Such swing frames are particularly suitable for families with several children.
Materials Wood, metal and plastic are common in the manufacture of children's and baby swings. Below we present the advantages and disadvantages of the materials:
Fixing the swing The easiest way to install a children's swing in the garden are models that can be attached to the branch of a tree. Free-standing swing frames or large swing frames, on the other hand, must be firmly anchored to the ground. Here you have the following options:
ground anchors or sleeves The anchors or sleeves are about 50 to 60 centimeters long and are simply screwed into the ground. The swing frame is then attached to it.
Note: They are not suitable for very sandy soil. concrete foundation For this type of anchoring, a hole about 60 centimeters deep must be dug for each frame leg. Then place the swing in the holes and pour concrete over them.
