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Residential Playground Swing Parts and Swing Sets

Residential swing sets are a classic part of most playground set-ups, appealing to a wide range of ages. From traditional swings to trapeze bars and rings, backyard swing sets can be much more than the old image you might conjure when you hear the term. Swing sets are the backbone of the modern residential playground, including everything from discs to teeter-totters.

What Goes Into a Home Swing Set’s Construction?

One of the top reasons to invest in a backyard swing set is the modular nature of its construction. Rather than buying an entire play set, swings can be put together component by component. This allows for customization and potentially lower costs compared to purchasing complete swing set kits.

Here’s what you need:

  • Swing Seat: Typically, you’re looking for a belt or bucket seat, but there are more variations hitting the market all the time. You may find that you want to try a tire swing, a disc swing, or a trapeze-style swing.
  • Connectors: This is the component that links your seat to the suspension chain and the suspension chain to the hanger. We recommend the Clevis Shackle over the typical S-hooks, as it guarantees safety and long-lasting durability.
  • Chain: A galvanized steel chain is the safest and most cost-efficient choice for long-term swing set optimization. Chains coated with PVC or another material can add an extra layer of safety, protecting children's fingers from getting pinched.
  • Swing Hanger: This component helps to reduce friction by eliminating contact between the chains and the support rails. We recommend the Clevis Pendulum for maximum safety and range of motion.

Of course, you will need a base structure with a support rail. In the old days, it was common for rope swings to be tied directly to a tree branch. These days, there are far safer (and more fun) options for your kids.

Low-Maintenance Backyard Swings

Another main benefit of residential swing sets is easy maintenance. Galvanized steel and aluminum are exceptionally impervious to rust and decay, which is why most modern swing sets are made of these materials. Powder-coated steel and UV-protected polyethylene plastic, the most common materials used in our swings, prevent rusting and splintering and are made to last a lifetime. All you’ll need to do to keep your backyard swing set in good shape is check it over from time to time and make sure that any moving parts are regularly oiled and greased.

Keep Kids Safe When They’re Having Fun

While the safety regulations for residential swing sets are not as strict as those for commercial manufacturers, there are still important guidelines from the CPSC to consider when designing your backyard playscape. All of our equipment meets or exceeds CPSC guidelines, but you’ll also need to make sure to install your new swing set correctly, leaving plenty of clearance around them. Swings with limited sideways motion should have a lateral use zone of 8 inches, while multi-directional swings such as disc swings require a clearance of 24 inches. All swings should be mounted so that the seat is at least 8 inches above the ground. And your swing set should be constructed over protective rubber surfacing, such as rubber tiles or poured-in-place flooring.

PlaygroundEquipment.com offers only the best swing set equipment at competitively low prices. Check out our catalog now, and contact one of our playground experts if you have any additional questions.