In short: Children’s play complex No. 6 is a structure of round logs that joins, in one row, swings with a hanging bench, a platform with a slide and a ladder-type climbing frame. Children can swing, climb and slide without leaving one play area. The size, the arrangement of the parts and the finish are agreed individually.
Three games in one complex
In the photo the complex is shot from the front, so all three of its parts are clearly visible. In the middle stand the swings: a top log resting on two pairs of slanted logs, with a bench hanging from it on ropes. On the left, a platform with a slide is attached to the side of the swings, and on the right is a ladder-type climbing frame.
This arrangement is convenient when several children play in the yard. Each can do their own activity without getting in the way of the others: one swings, another climbs the frame, a third slides. At the same time they all stay in one place, so it is easy for adults to see everyone.
All the parts are made of peeled logs that keep their natural shape. The top log of the swings is slightly curved, and its ends project beyond the sides. The railing of the platform is made of a curved branch that recalls the fence of a forest path. Details like these make the complex look not like a plastic piece of equipment from a shop but like a natural part of the yard.
Swings with a bench
The bench of the swings is knocked together from slats and has a backrest and armrests. It hangs on light-colored ropes that are hooked at the top with metal hooks and divide into two branches at the bottom, one to the front and one to the back of the bench. So the bench hangs level and does not tip. Two children can swing on it, or a child together with a parent.
Platform with a slide
The platform is built on a log frame, and its floor is laid with boards. Small logs are fixed crosswise between the logs under it, and children climb up by them. A slide with wooden sides and a light, smooth surface runs down from the platform. Its end rests on the ground, so a child who has slid down immediately stands up on the lawn. The platform is not high, so a slide like this also suits smaller children who are only learning to slide on their own.
Ladder-type climbing frame
On the right stands a climbing frame made of two log sides with horizontal small logs fixed between them. The small logs are set at equal intervals, so the frame resembles a wide ladder that can be climbed from both sides. Here children learn to climb, to get over the top and to keep their balance.
The climbing frame stands beside the side of the swings and not in front of or behind the bench, so a climbing child does not end up in the path of the swinging bench. It is a simple but important layout decision: every play zone has its own space, and the children do not collide with one another.
What the photo shows
A short summary helps you understand which details can be seen in this typical example.
| Feature | In the photo |
|---|---|
| Swings with a bench on ropes | Yes |
| Platform with a slide | Yes |
| Ladder-type climbing frame | Yes |
| Concrete slabs under the legs | Yes |
| Roof | No |
| Sandbox | No |
The complex is set on a young lawn in a plot that is newly being landscaped. Behind it you can see a dark wooden board fence, and farther away a small hill and grasses. There are no plants in the surroundings yet, so the shape of all the parts and their arrangement relative to one another are easy to see.
The photo also shows that the complex can be built in a yard that is not yet landscaped. Later you can sow a lawn around it, plant bushes or lay a path; the important thing is to leave free space for all three play zones.
Why choose a wooden children’s play complex
Children use play equipment every day, so it has to be sturdy, comfortable and pleasing to the eye. A wooden children’s play complex has several advantages:
- A natural material. Wood is pleasant to touch, does not heat up in the sun the way metal does, and goes well with garden plants.
- Solidity. Thick logs give the structure weight and stability.
- Appearance. Handmade details, such as the railing of curved branches, make the complex distinctive.
- Long use. A bench with a backrest suits older children and adults too, so the complex does not grow old along with the children.
In addition, one complex looks tidier in a yard than several different pieces of equipment. When the swings, the slide and the climbing frame are made of the same material and coated with the same shade, the play area looks thought out and unified. In the photo all the parts are coated with the same light honey shade, which stands out well against the background of the dark fence.
Climbing, swinging and sliding develop different motor skills: strength, coordination and balance. When all these games are in the yard, children spend more time in the fresh air, and parents do not have to take them to public playgrounds every day.
A children’s play complex in the yard: spot and safety
The complex is long, because its parts are arranged in one row. When planning the spot, consider not only the length of the equipment itself but the space around it:
- in front of and behind the bench of the swings leave a free strip without trees, stones or a fence;
- at the end of the slide there must be room to stand up and step away;
- around the climbing frame there must be enough space for a child to get down safely on any side;
- the base must be level so that all the parts stand straight.
In the photo the log legs rest on concrete slabs. They help keep the structure level and protect the ends of the logs from direct contact with damp ground. Under the swings, at the end of the slide and around the climbing frame, a softer surface works best: lawn, sand or fine gravel.
It is worth explaining a few rules to children: do not run in front of a swinging bench, do not climb up the slide, and do not step on one another on the climbing frame. The smallest children must always be supervised by adults.
It is convenient when the complex can be seen from the house, the terrace or the kitchen window. Then adults can get on with their own tasks and still see what is happening in the play area. If your plot has a slope, build the complex on the most level spot or level the base in advance.
A complex that serves for a long time
When choosing play equipment, it is worth thinking not only about this summer but also about the coming years. The smallest children usually choose the swings first, pushed by their parents, and a low slide. When they grow up, they start to climb, race to see who gets over the climbing frame faster, and invent their own games with the platform.
When the children are grown, the climbing frame and the slide gradually lose popularity, but the swings with a wide bench remain. In the evening you can sit on it with a book, chat or simply swing. So a complex with a bench, and not with small children’s seats, stays useful in the yard for many years.
If you want to add to the play spot in the future, a sandbox or a children’s playhouse can be put next to it. You will find examples of such products, for example, on the page wooden playhouse for children with a terrace.
Care and what to discuss when ordering
In spring, inspect the ropes and the metal hooks: replace frayed or torn ropes immediately. Check that the small logs of the climbing frame and the platform boards are holding firmly and that there are no split-off splinters. Wipe the surface of the slide free of sand and leaves.
Periodically coat the logs with a protective product made for exterior wood, especially their ends near the ground. After winter, check that the concrete slabs under the legs have not shifted. Small lengthwise cracks appear naturally as the wood dries and usually do not harm the strength. For the winter it is worth taking the bench down and keeping it under a roof.
When you order, discuss:
- how many children will play and how old they are: the height of the platform and the size of the climbing frame depend on it;
- whether you need all three parts or two would be enough;
- in what order to arrange the parts in your yard;
- what shade of finish will go with the fence and other products in the yard.
For comparison, also look at other products: the children’s swing set No. 5 with a slide, the wooden play area No. 8 with a sandbox and the children’s play area No. 9 with roofs. Look for all the products in the section children’s swing sets and sandboxes.
How to order complex No. 6
UAB “Laukbaldis” has been making wooden products since 1996 and, according to the company, was the first in Lithuania to start making this production. Besides children’s play equipment, the company makes garden and outdoor furniture, gazebos, summerhouses and other yard products.
Call +370 687 25388 and quote the product number, No. 6. Only typical examples are shown on the website, so the size, the arrangement of the parts and the finish are agreed with you before production. Have the dimensions of your yard ready and, if you have them, photos of the plot: this will make it easier to choose a spot where the complex will fit comfortably and safely.
Frequently asked questions
What parts does this play complex consist of?
The photo shows swings with a hanging bench, a platform with a slide and a ladder-type climbing frame. All the parts are made of round logs and arranged in one row.
Can I order only part of the complex?
Yes, the composition is agreed individually. You can choose, for example, only the swings with a slide or the swings with a climbing frame.
How much space does such a complex need?
Besides the length of the equipment itself, you need free room in front of and behind the bench, at the end of the slide and around the climbing frame. The exact area depends on the chosen size, so it is best discussed on the phone.
What do the legs of the complex stand on?
In the photo the log legs rest on concrete slabs. They help keep the structure level and protect the ends of the logs from damp ground.
Does the complex have a roof?
No, the complex in the photo has no roof. If you want a covered bench or platform, it can be discussed when you order.
How do I order complex No. 6?
Call us and quote No. 6. We will discuss the size, the arrangement of the parts and the finish.
