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Building The Right Sandbox For Your Child

By: Alex De Mostafa

Building your kids a sandbox can be a rewarding home project and will give you and your kids years of enjoyment. By building it yourself, you get to craft the sand box that is perfect for your home and in most cases you will mostly likely end up with a much roomier sandbox than if you had bought one from the store. So even though it may seem like many families prefer to buy sandboxes than make them, with your creativity and little carpentry expertise you can easily make a one of a kind play piece that will leave your neighbors wanting. First and foremost, under all circumstances make sure you get a covered box otherwise your local kitty will be dropping off a unwanted present replete with potentially harmful parasites. Here are a few other tips on alternative design approaches:

Raised Bed Kit Sandbox - Raised gardening bed kits are simple and inexpensive alternative. Wide selections of raised bed kits are readily available in most garden supply manufacturers. Typically they are made of wood which you can paint to match your home decor. One drawback of the wood can be termites. Make sure the bed is places on some brick and has adequate drainage so moisture does not accumulate and result in early wood rot. Raised Kits vary in size, materials and depth, but are all easy to assemble. A 5-inch deep raised bed kit is typically used for a sandbox. Pick up 250 pounds of sand with the kit and you are good to go.

Tractor Tire Sandbox - A used tractor tire makes a durable sandbox and is an old favorite that will invoke nostalgic memories for a lot of parents. One major advantage of tractor ties are that this type of sandbox is that they are basically indestructible., Children or even adults may sit, jump, or step on the tire without breaking them. It is important to paint the tire sandbox with a different shade especially during the summer because the color black absorbs heat than any other color. One important consideration is what the end plan will be with the tire. If you move or you want the space for a different use, disposing of the tore can be an issue. In the U.S. most states treat these tires as hazardous so you may have to pay up to dispose of the tire properly. Check out your local craigslist to get a sense if there is a glut of these and consider taking a used one off someone's hands.

Kiddie Pool Sandbox - Plastic kiddie pools are easy to use and are very affordable sandbox material. They can be sold in garage sales or toy stores at a bargain price. This type of sandbox offers a wide variety of shape and sizes to choose from. However, it may require additional support system to hold the sand in your sandbox. These pools are good for about a year in most climates and when they crack they can be dangerous. I generally think these are a bad way to go.

Store bought Sandbox - Making your own sandbox saves you money, while buying a sandbox saves you time. To get the right fit for your situation, here are a few considerations. First, consider your child's age Toddlers require a safer type of sandbox, while older children may do with a typical box shaped sandbox. Plastic sandboxes with no pointed edges would do for toddlers. Another consideration is the number of children and adults that will use the sandbox. Sandboxes offer great deal of shapes and sizes to choose from. You might want to count in your child's playmates. Finally, check your budget. A bigger sandbox would definitely cost higher. Usually, the sandbox does not come with sand, so consider that. Large sandbox set delivery cost should also be considered when projecting your budget.

Finally, choosing a the location of your Sandbox is very important. While the sandbox may not be a work of art, do place it within your line of site from your home. Always make sure the site has adequate drainage and has zero risk of tipping over. Finally, consider the sun and making sure you will have mid-day shade.

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Jamie Hynamon is a freelance writer who is the author of articles such as How to Build a SandBox, How to Build Sand Box, and How to Build a SandBox Visit HomeMade Sandbox.

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