A swing set plan add on that extends from our playhouse! This swing set can also be used freestanding, without a playhouse.
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Dimensions

140 1/2" x 110 1/2" Approximate. Dimensions and composition are shown above. In addition, the truss legs are made of 4×4 posts. Composition is preferably an outdoor appropriate wood or wood painted with an exterior paint and properly maintained.
Preparation
Shopping List
- 2 – 12′ 4×4 Posts
- 1 – 12′ 4×6 Post
- 1 – 8′ 4×6 Post
- 2 – 8′ 2×4
- 16 7″ Bolts, washers and Nuts
- 1 – 4×6 rafter post hangers
- 2 – 4×4 post cap/bases
- Eye bolts
Cut List
- 2 – 4×4 Posts @ 127 3/4″ (Legs)
- 2 – 2×4 @ 18″ (Top Supports)
- 2 – 2×4 @ 78″ (Bottom Supports)
- 1 – 4×6 Post @ 12′ (Swing Header)
- 1 – 4×6 Post @ 8′ (Porch Header)
General Instructions
You will need to find a large area that is level and flat. Make sure you predrill all bolt holes with a bit sized for the bolt. Tighten each bolt with a wrench and periodically check for tightness with use. Check for square and level with each step. Be safe and have fun.
Instructions
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Project Type
Room
Comments
Heather (not verified)
Tue, 06/15/2010 - 03:02
great! and just in time, just
great! and just in time, just like you read our minds. The lumber for this is sitting in my backyard as we speak. :-) Thank you! Thank you!
Regarding attaching an additional 4x4 post to the platform base, what type of bracket would you use to attach it?
Kandace (not verified)
Tue, 06/15/2010 - 04:23
so if we want to put this in
so if we want to put this in our original plan (I've been waiting to finish some other projects to start this one!), we will use 4x4x8 posts on the corners that the swing will be on? Is that correct?
Julie (not verified)
Tue, 06/15/2010 - 05:18
Is there a sneaky trick to
Is there a sneaky trick to printing plans? When I try to print them the pages come out blank...
Leah (not verified)
Tue, 06/15/2010 - 06:29
are you using the print
are you using the print button just below the plans?
jason swan (not verified)
Tue, 06/15/2010 - 07:12
I would worry about lateral
I would worry about lateral bracing if I was to do this - I would seriously consider adding boards (2x4 would probably do) criss-crossing top and bottom between the top and bottom stretchers on the playhouse on the same side as the swing would go on as the swing, in use, will put a LOT of lateral stress on the playhouse and possibly pull the whole thing down since there really isn't anything much keeping the house from going sideways.
Handy Dad
Wed, 08/21/2019 - 14:09
I have put 2x6 X-Braces…
I have put 2x6 X-Braces around the platform for stability. Now it doesn't sway or budge at all!
Angelfacebaby (not verified)
Tue, 06/15/2010 - 08:21
OOh! I definitely see an
OOh! I definitely see an adult bench swing using your free standing A-frame plans...modified to fit an awning on top! Pretty please!! :)
Korey and Brandi (not verified)
Tue, 06/15/2010 - 16:43
I love your site My hubby
I love your site My hubby just built the farm house twin bed for my son!! I was wondering if you have plans for a dresser?? thanks
merideth (not verified)
Wed, 06/16/2010 - 02:33
ana, i apologize in advance
ana, i apologize in advance for this question, but... when you say, "I would recommend pulling the ends of the legs out just a tiny bit so that the truss ends do not sit perfectly straight." do you mean the tops of the "a" should point inward toward the middle of the top bar and the bottoms lean outward? thanks!
moiety (not verified)
Thu, 06/17/2010 - 08:40
I dearly want porch/swingset
I dearly want porch/swingset swing plans, please!