tp Swings

In our tp Swing Department you will find over many products from tp Activity Toys set out under Metal Swings and Wooden Swings. We display, stock and install stand alone swings and a huge range of swing accessories.

Some choices to consider;

Size - Baby swing, Single, Double or Triple frame swings

Materials - Metal or Wooden

Configuration - Swing frame (you choose your own seats) or Swing set (seats included).

All our frames can take a single seat, but duo rides need a timber frame or tp Giant Swing Frame. 
Wooden frames use snap-shackles so single seats can be changed in moments (eg changing a toddler nursery seat for a trapeze bar)  but duo rides will need duoride brackets.
Modules - tp also offers modules that can be added to your swing frame for increased play value (eg tp Sherwood Deck and/or Sherwood Tower) 

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 . . . .
• all Swing Frame manufacturers supply ground anchors, which must be fitted to provide greater stability
 

Maintenance 

• the tp Giant Metal Swing frames use galvanised steel so they are maintenance free
• all wooden swing frames use pressure treated timbers (see below) so they are maintenance free
• when locating your swing frame under certain trees remember that sap, aphids and leaf fall can make extra work 
• to clean your swing frame accessories use a mild detergent, warm water & a sponge, then rinse off with plenty of fresh water.
 

Safety

·   site your swing frame 2m away from obstructions

• it is essential to use concrete (Postmix) when recommended. 
• we recommend that you check the all fittings regularly. This is especially important soon after the first period of use when the structure settles down

Cracks & Splits (Shakes) in Wood

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

Roundwood swings (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 finish

A higher-grade timber will be more expensive but have a low knot count, a tight grain and a smoother finish

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.

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