tp Sandpits

Assembly

  • read the instructions don’t just look at the diagrams!
  • get a friend to assist, they can help to; reduce the build time, solve problems, support the frame, lift the heavier items . . . .
  • assemble the sandpit first, then lay the membrane in the bottom
  • add Playsand (Playsand has been filtered, washed & is non-staining)
  • finally, fit the cover (essential for stopping pets & leaves)

Maintenance

  • all of our wooden sandpits use pressure treated timbers (see below) so they are maintenance free
  • when locating your sandpit under trees remember that sap, aphids and leaf fall can make extra work  
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Roundwood structures (e.g. tp Sherwood range) use young wood which is much more prone to shakes but provided a shake does not exceed 3% of the circumference or continues through to the centre of the timber then the structure will not be affected.
Sawn timber will be less prone to shakes but here you should look out for the timber grade and finish.
A lower grade timber will be cheaper but usually have a higher knot count, a wider grain and a rougher finishA higher-grade timber will be more expensive but have a low knot count, a tight grain and a smoother finish

Cracks & Splits (Shakes) in Wood

These are natural features of any timber and will vary in size depending on ambient temperature and humidity.

 

 

Preservatives

Since July 2004 timber products have had to be pressure treated with a non-toxic, water based solution (e.g. Tanalith E).  This has been in use for more than 10 years and is an EU approved alternative to the older arsenic based preservatives, which have been banned from use in domestic and residential applications.
The current preservatives can sometimes leave a light green stain on new timbers, this will fade with time.
A light mould can sometimes develop as the preservative dries in storage, we try to avoid this by storing on ventilated racks but it is harmless and can be brushed off.


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Please be aware that playsand is available for local delivery and collection only.