This purpose made play timber playhouse and swing set were made by the
Top Deck team, to suit the particular garden and needs of our client
(and children).
Timber play equipment is generally fine for trouble free
play. However, most timber splits to varying degrees outside. Whilst
this is not a structural problem, it can be overcome to a great extent
either by painting, or annual treatment of deck oil.
All timbers used are similar or identical to the
heavyweight timbers we use for our decking project. All framing and construction
timbers are pressure treated tanalised - giving a rot-free guarantee of 15
years!
Good builders merchants will stock
'regularised' timbers. These are generally smooth, well grained, and quite
similar to timber used by professionals.
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The basic frame of the play centre and first
floor supports put into place.
After the basic framework, The slide is positioned on
the playhouse.
The lower section - which
will be the play den, has circular windows and an arched door.
A view from inside.
The kids have 'moved-in' to the play house and
are obviously enjoying the view.
Basic framework built, and
the roof is on - always a good time when building houses!
Slide attached, and ready
to go!
Upper section of the timber playhouse has safety
rails all round
Sturdy steps provide a
little of a challenge!
The swing frame is
constructed, safety surface put down.
