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- Does a swing necessarily have to be set in concrete?
- What should I pay attention to when setting in concrete?
- Cast in concrete step by step
- The essentials in brief:
- Tips
Setting in concrete increases safety
Does a swing necessarily have to be set in concrete?
A swing frame does not necessarily have to be set in concrete, but it is the safest method of fixing. Because only a few frames are so heavy that they do not shake alone by their own weight, even with heavy use.
Above all, metal swing frames are usually very light. Here, setting in concrete is particularly useful. A wooden swing, for example from Robinie, has a significantly higher weight, but again you should play it safe, and at least anchor the frame.
What should I pay attention to when setting in concrete?
There are no special rules for setting up a swing in your own garden. However, in the spirit of good neighborhood, you should not necessarily place your toys right next to the garden fence. No one would like to be watched by swinging neighbors in their own garden. Also pay attention to the purchase of the equipment on a seal of approval from TÜV.
If you are staying for rent, then ask your landlord if he agrees to cast in a swing. This may already be considered a structural measure. Also, a cast-in swing is not so easy to change.
Cast in concrete step by step
First, find a suitable place for the swing. He should be as level and really big enough to swing. The ground is ideally soft enough that your children will not be injured in the event of a fall. Place the assembled swing frame to the desired location in the sample. Mark the footprints of the posts with fine sand or flour.
To dig the required holes, you will need to set the rack aside. The holes should be at least 50 cm deep and about 15 cm larger than the diameter of the posts. A little gravel in the hole makes for a better drain of rainwater. Then pour the concrete that has been mixed in accordance with instructions and place the swinging frame in the moist concrete.
The frame should be at least 10 cm deep in the concrete, better even 20 cm. You may need to pour a small amount of concrete into the holes and allow them to dry before putting the swing frame in place and filling with the rest of the concrete. But make sure that the swing is in the balance at the end. Only when the concrete is completely dry, the swing may be used.
The essentials in brief:
Tips
A cast-in swing usually withstands intense swings. Nevertheless, you should check the frame with screws and ropes regularly.