Swings

• Can I attach chain to eyebolts?

  No. We highly recommend against using eyebolts on your swing beam because this will allow for metal-on-metal wear, which is a very big safety concern with swings. We have seen cases of chain breaking as a result of being attached directly to an eyebolt. Swing hangers were designed for this reason...

• How do I measure pipe diameter?

  When ordering pipe beam swing hangers, it is very important to know with confidence what your pipe diameter for the top beam is. Unlike wood beam swing hangers that will fit a number of different beam widths, pipes are not as accommodating. The last thing you want is to end up with swing hangers ...

• How is a glider swing mounted to a swing beam?

  Most gliders mount in 4 separate points with swing hangers. To mount easily and provide even and stable swinging, we recommend using a glider mounting bracket, which is specifically designed for glider swings. A glider bracket attaches to the top of an L-Shaped beam with bolts. Once it is secured...

• How much space should be between swings?

  The answer to this question depends on the age range of the swing and whether it is for residential (backyard) or commercial (public) use. Here are the spacing recommendations provided by the Consumer Product Safety Commission in their guides on playground safety. Residential Swing Sets 8" mini...

• How should I attach a swing to a tree branch?

  Most of our products are designed exclusively for attaching to swing sets. Hanging swings from trees can be very dangerous and should always be approached with extreme caution. We highly recommend you consult with a qualified arborist before attaching swings to a tree to make sure the tree can su...

• How should I mount a rope swing to a swing beam?

  There are several ways in which you can hang a rope swing on a swing beam. Here are the two primary ways we recommend: Method A Use a swing hanger with a large enough loop for the rope and attach the rope to the hanger with a load-bearing knot such as a bowline knot. Method B Drill a hole in ...

• What are the differences between swing seats?

  We offer a variety of swing seat styles available in commercial and residential grade quality. Here are the main types of swings you will find on our website. Infant Swings Typically designed for ages 12 months to 4 years old, these swings are great for kids who need back support and more of an...

• What parts are needed for a playground swing?

  The anatomy of a typical playground swing is as follows (from the swing beam down): Swing Hanger - Allows relatively friction-free motion through the use of a nylon or bronze bushing. Connector - Joins the Swing Hanger/s to the Chain or Rope. Commonly used connectors at this point are Clevis (or...