Swing

Swings are mainly mechanical structures, which are most often intended for children's games. They help to relax, train the vestibular apparatus and develop coordination of movements. Custom-made swings in any design are offered by RBC ALBA LLC. The company's craftsmen will make the necessary calculations, advise on the best materials and help with the installation of the structure, as well as repair the swing.

Specifics of swing manufacturing

Custom garden swings are made from durable and safe materials. The frame of the swing is usually made of metal or timber. The seats are made of boards, plastic or rattan. Steel chains or strong ropes are used for suspension.

In more detail about what the main parts of the swing are made of, the following can be said:

• Metal swing frame (base)

A profile pipe or forged elements are used from metal elements. This option is considered the best for outdoor swings.

Turnkey wooden swings are usually built from heavy timber. The optimal wood species for making swings with a canopy is pine or oak. This material has a very beautiful appearance and is best suited for a summer residence. However, the surface of a garden swing must be treated to protect it from rain and insects.

Pallets are a budget option for a swing frame for the yard.

• Seats

Most often they are made of boards and plywood - materials that are considered classic. It is easy to knock down a simple board-seat or even an entire sofa-swing for the summer cottage from them.

Another material is plastic. It is best to use it to make lightweight children's swings with a seat. It is also worth mentioning rattan. This is an artificial or natural material for weaving, from which original hanging cocoon chairs are made.

• Suspensions

For this element, steel chains with large links or ropes woven from nylon or polyethylene are used, providing extraordinary strength and softness for the hands.

Metal swings, their advantages

A metal swing with a roof is a reliable structure for a summer cottage or a playground. They can easily withstand the weight of several people and serve for many years, since the metal does not rot.

The main advantages of metal swings are as follows:

• High strength. The material does not break from loads. This is important if adults or several children ride on welded swings at once.
• Durability. With regular painting, durable garden swings are not afraid of rain, sun and frost.
• Stability. Having a heavy frame, a forged swing does not fall when shaken strongly.
• Easy care. It is enough to wipe the frame from dirt and dust from time to time.

The stylish design of the swing is also noted. As an addition, they can have forged elements and be decorated with iron patterns. The price of the swing in this case will be higher, since it is handmade.

Types of garden swings

Swings for a private house are divided into 3 main groups, differing in size, materials and method of installation:

• Bench-swing

A fairly large hanging swing with a rigid frame, a wide bench and a canopy from the sun. Several people can swing on them at once. Capacity: The most common models of stationary swings are 2 or 3 seats. The folding format of such products provides the ability to lower, turning the swing into a full-fledged bed.

• Portable swing

These are structures that have arched legs, which are called runners. Such swings can be transported and installed on any flat surface.

• Hanging swing (cocoon chair)

This is a type of single swing for relaxation. They are designed for secluded relaxation, reading books or daytime sleep. They can be installed both in the garden and on the veranda or in the house. They have a ball or drop-shaped seat that is suspended on a strong chain to a high pole or directly to a tree branch.

• Children's swing

Compact and safe swing for one child. Structurally, they consist of a U-shaped support or chain attachment to a beam. They are necessarily equipped with crossbars or straps so that the baby does not fall out while swinging.