The earliest swing sets, which date all the way back to the fifth century B.C., were nothing more than slabs of wood tied to a tree—the most basic of designs. Today, however, the outdoor staple has ...

Perfect play set in back yard of modern home with swing, and slide. Paul Swenson shares his DIY wooden swing set plans free, which include diagrams, step-by-step instructions and a playset material ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Swing sets are great projects for beginning DIY and mid-level DIYers. The place to ...

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