A quiet place that pacifies after strenuous work, relieves stress and cheers up - the aesthetically designed metal garden swing will cope with all these tasks. And they will become long-term companions for both measured leisure time by adults and noisy children's fun.
Such a landscape element is capable of performing multidirectional tasks. It is both a small corner to recuperate, and a way to keep children entertained while entertaining them, and a seat for reading both alone and together, and just a platform for communication with household members and friends. The conversation will become more poetic and soulful when it is accompanied by the swaying of a piece of garden art. And we will cover in detail how to make a swing with your own hands from metal.
Metal swing can be divided into several categories. They must be considered taking into account different criteria:
Number of seats
Single swing 
Multi-seat swing
One adult or child or several people - it depends on the number of hosts and guests. You choose the drawing of the swing yourself, knowing your needs and the number of people who will use them. You can build both single and multi-seat options, placing them in different places.
A swing for one is a great option for a small family. Especially if the site has secluded areas with shady trees. Here you can make yourself comfortable with books and pillows. A children's corner is usually set up close to the house, in front of its windows.
For a larger company, a multi-seat swing for a summer residence with their own hands, located on the veranda, near an open-air fireplace or a barbecue area, is suitable. The most common option is designs for two, with a maximum of three adults.
The garden swing is great fun, leisure and casual play. There is always a lot of joy and children's laughter around them….
Body position
It can be horizontal or vertical. Most of the options for a summer cottage are designed specifically for sitting. But you can, showing ingenuity and imagination, make something like a swing sofa. Then you will certainly have an ideal place where you can stretch out to your full height, slowly swaying and enjoying the peace.
Seat shape
The metal construction allows you not to limit your imagination at this point. The seats can be in the form of a chair, sofa, couch, circle, oval, cocoon, flat board. And the photos show this diversity. Please note that some shapes (chair, circle) are designed for only one person. The rest are adapted to accommodate several people at the same time.
What can be made of
The main materials are pipes, rods, strips, circles made of steel, aluminum or other alloys. The metal will last longer if it is galvanized or coated with a stainless steel compound.
You will also need chains to hang the garden swing from the frame or top support. For greater aesthetics, they can be covered with plant fiber such as coconut.
Creation and installation process
Planning
Any swing is installed for people, so first decide who will use it and for what purpose. Children's options should be located away from walls, fences, surrounding trees and other vertical obstacles. Swaying strongly, the child can involuntarily bump. The same restrictions apply to hard or sharp objects.
It is better to put the structure in the country house on your own where you can observe the garden and flower beds. Or other elements of the landscape that are pleasing to the eye. And it is best to do this in a shady corner of the site. A remote garden glade in the depths is more suitable for contemplation and reading.
Realizing main task and having outlined a place in the landscape, the idea must be embodied on paper. Your sketch may be unique, but you need to keep in mind the basic principles of creation. Some blueprints garden swing do-it-yourself metal are given below. These designs are versatile, tested in practice and function successfully.
Drawing of A- and U-shaped swings
Drawing of a swing with a canopy
Tools
Creating a garden swing made of metal on your own, the following will become irreplaceable assistants in the installation process:
- Roulette and level.
- Grinder with metal discs.
- Hacksaw, pliers, saw, vise and hammer.
- Electric drill for processing metal and wood surfaces.
- Welding machine and protective equipment when working with it.
- Wrenches, screwdriver.
- Shovel, garden drill.
- Painting supplies (brushes, anti-corrosion primer, paint for metal, stain and varnish for wooden seats if necessary).
Now we list the materials that need to be collected before making a swing in the country, except for the pipes themselves:
Creation
This stage can be divided into three parts - assembly, installation and painting. They will pass quickly and easily if the location is chosen correctly, and preliminary drawings and dimensions are successfully calculated. After making the necessary measurements, cut pieces of the required length for the frame and seat from the prepared pipes.
If the seat needs to be wooden, then saw off and sand it well. The average length of a seat for one will be 50 cm.Accordingly, if there are several people sitting, this figure can reach up to 1.5 m.It is better for any seat to attach a frame made of rods or strips, attaching the backrest with their help the desired design... It is welded with a backward deflection of 10-15º.
Let's go back to the support. How to make a garden swing on your own? The classic forms for her are A- or U-shaped. For the first option, a rectangular support is first made, which gives strength to the frame, using pipes or rods. For them, you can weld hooks that act as fasteners, and deepen them into the ground by 1 meter. These 4 rods are fixed at the corners of the rectangle and concreted.
A-shaped swing
Important! First, crushed stone is poured into the grooves, it is tamped tightly, and only then is it poured with a mixture of cement and sand, or concrete. The suggested video at the end of the article illustrates this process.
Country swing in the shape of the letter P consists of two vertical pillars and one crossbar between them. It can be welded or bolted with locknuts. The supporting parts already connected to each other are also dug into the ground and poured with concrete. Additional stability will be given to them by two corners with rods going down 1 meter, where they will also be concreted or filled with cement.
U-shaped swing
When the support is installed and the solution dries up, they begin to hang the seat. The most commonly used chain is galvanized metal, steel rods, or thick rope. Having drilled holes in the corners, fasten the carabiners to them from below, hook the suspension, and at the top they attach it to the eye bolts. In the same way, they install a suspended garden swing made of metal on their own on the veranda, where there is no frame.
Rectangular tubes will help make the base for the visor. They are welded together and then welded to the head rail at an angle. Then the polycarbonate sheets are fixed with self-tapping screws.
The pipes of the future swing for summer cottages, previously and thoroughly brushed, are degreased with a solvent and treated with glyphtal soil. The surface is covered with paint of the desired color (oil, water resistant). And even better - alkyd enamel or rubber paint. The latter is applied to a primer or even without it; it can be used to paint metal and wood surfaces.
We have given a drawing of a metal swing and the main points of their creation. The variations may differ slightly in detail, but the sequence and tooling will be the same.
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Safety
Before you weld a swing, keep in mind that the greater the load or heaviness on it, the more bindings there should be. It is safer to install several supports (two, four), evenly distributing the weight.
Making a garden swing with your own hands by hanging it from a tree can be unsafe. Not in every area there are trunks so tall with powerful branches that can withstand the amplitude of frequent swinging. And even if there are, the size does not guarantee the strength of the support.
The surface under the structure should not have stones, sharp curbs, paved paths and, moreover, breakable objects. Soft lawn or sand will do fine, and if accidentally dropped will soften the impact without leaving any serious damage. You can additionally cover the seat with soft material or fabric, putting this in the swing drawing.
Swing care
With all the advantages of such a swing for a summer residence, they have an important drawback - over time they rust. It is especially difficult to get rid of rust in folds. A special reagent, a rust converter, capable of transferring metal oxide into a film, will help prevent this process. It is very durable, keeps stable, and for the near future will allow you to forget about corrosion. After treating the surface with a chemical reagent, after drying, apply the paint over.
Lubricate the parts at the joints with oil, this tool will not only help against squeak, but will also extend the service life. Especially if they are directly exposed to precipitation.
The homestead plots of many families are already delighting their owners with this simple but important element of summer cottage recreation. A variety of metal swings, made with your own hands, will become another manifestation of your concern for loved ones, their comfort and pleasures.
Making a swing yourself is not only exciting, but at the same time profitable. Such a swing will save about 50-70% of the cost of a swing that is sold in a store. Before working with your hands, you should work your head a little and draw up the necessary action plan, make a list of all the necessary materials and tools, and most importantly, decide on the model of the future swing. 
Materials for making a swing
Swing made of PVC pipes The main requirement for a swing is to withstand heavy loads, so they should be made of durable materials. Children's swings must withstand a weight of up to 200 kg, and therefore they should be made only of thick-walled pipes with an internal section of 40x40 mm, the thickness of such a pipe must be at least 1 mm.
For adult swings, pipes from 7 mm and a wall thickness of 2 mm are used.
To make the seat, you will need sheets of plywood or thick board. For this purpose, you can also use:
seats from chairs;
countertop;
doors;
plastic (or plastic pipes).
Do-it-yourself swing from metal pipes photo If the swing is located behind a gazebo or other shelter, then it will be necessary to provide for their protection from the effects of the external environment. To do this, you will need to build a small canopy.
Tools and materials
To make a swing you will need:
2 metal pipes one diameter of 6 meters;
8 metal corners;
2 25 cm long and 15 mm in diameter (fittings can be used);
2 canvases made of wood; 
climbing rope or chain capable of supporting about 300 kg;
welding machine;
pliers or vise;
hammer;
pencil;
a grinder for metal, or a hacksaw;
construction level;
roulette;
paint for metal. 
After all the tools and materials have been collected, proceed to the installation of the supports.
Installation of swing supports
The swing consists of a rectangular base - 2x1.5 meters, and two triangles of relatively small size - the base, which are connected by a crossbar. The seat mount is mounted on the crossbar. 
To make the pores you need to saw off:
three pipe sections of 2 meters each, they will be used for the manufacture of two lower transverse supports, and one will be used for the upper crossbeam;
four segments middle length 2.2 meters each - for inclined and vertical supports;
two sections of 1.5 meters - for the side parts of the base. 
Children's swing with their own hands made of metal After all the details are prepared, proceed to the installation of the base, for this:
measure, and then mark the weld points on the corner pieces. In places of welding, a chamfer is removed from the pipes, the angle of which is 45º;
then a rectangular base is made by welding four metal pieces (two long, two short), this operation is carried out very carefully, using a building level;
after that, vertically triangular supports are applied from two short sides of the rectangular base; 
a crossbar is welded between the tops of the triangular supports, on which there are already fasteners for a chain or rope;
After this operation, they begin to manufacture the swing seat.
Swing seat assembly
The swing seat is a regular rectangle with sides - 660x1600 mm, which has additional stiffening ribs. 
To make a seat you will need:
three metal pieces 1.6 meters long;
three segments 0.88 meters long;
three lengths of 0.5 meters each.
Fastening the swing to the crossbar with your own hands After all the necessary parts are selected, I start making the seat:
assemble the back of the seat by welding 4 pipes to get an inverted letter - Ш. Then the backrest is welded to the bottom at an angle of 100 °;
when assembling the seat, it is necessary to make holes for the fasteners;
the structure is strengthened metal corners- 4 corners are welded to the base, 2 to the top of the supports and 2 to the top of the seat;
after welding, the entire metal structure is painted;
the seat is attached to the frame using a chain and metal hooks. To prevent the chain or rope from running on the crossbar, it is secured with clamps.
Today, a large number of people have country houses or summer cottages - a place where you can calmly rest from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and relax. Today we will tell you how to make a garden swing from metal with your own hands for your summer cottage.
This material is conventionally divided into 3 parts.
- In the first part: the use of metal to build a swing, and why summer cottages prefer it. We will talk about the advantages and disadvantages of such structures, calculate the mass of the planned attractions, and also talk about the types of attachment for stationary and suspended swings.
- In the second part: we will tell you how to make a street metal swing for a summer residence in the form of a bench or a sofa with your own hands, we will also give recommendations for the installation of single structures. And you will also learn how to correctly make a seat for a swing from a profile pipe with your own hands, as well as a frame.
- In the third part: a little about decorating and caring for an iron swing, as well as the specifics of choosing in a store.
Advantages and disadvantages of a profile pipe
If you take a closer look at the advantages of a profile pipe, you get the following list.
- The shape of the tube is optimized for fast production, which means it is very simple and convenient to work with.
- A very economical material, especially when compared with reinforcement structures.
- Stiffening ribs that are located on the structure greatly increase the upper limit of permissible loads.
- The material perfectly resists mechanical damage - it is difficult to deform it with an impact.
However, along with the advantages, a swing from a profile pipe also has its disadvantages:
- Most of the operations that can be done on a pipe do not require sophisticated equipment. Except for one - flexion. It is very difficult to bend it, and all because of those very stiffening ribs. To do this, you need a special machine.
- Carbon steel rusts easily and lends itself to the destructive effects of moisture. This disadvantage can be eliminated using the galvanizing procedure, but it also greatly increases the price of the final structure.
Calculation of the profile pipe to determine the mass of the swing
When calculating the size of a metal swing, you should calculate its mass. This will help in the future to determine whether a foundation is needed and what loads the swing will withstand.
- When using a 20x20 square shaped pipe with a thickness of 1 mm, the weight of one meter of the tube will be ~ 600 g (it all depends on the steel grade).
- A 30x30 pipe with a thickness of 1 mm has a weight of 900 g, respectively.
- A 40x40 profile pipe with a wall thickness of 2 mm per 1 meter of length will weigh ~ 2300 grams.
Using the data provided, it is easy to calculate the approximate mass of both pipes and the frame of future garden swing from a profile pipe. We can do this as follows.
For example, the construction uses 8.5 meters of a pipe measuring 30x30x1mm and 3 meters of a pipe measuring 50x50x2mm. calculate the structural mass:
- 8.5 * 900 = 7650 g (total pipe weight 30x30x1mm);
- Since a 40x40x2mm pipe weighs 2300 g, a 50x50x2 pipe has a weight, respectively, 2300 + 2300 * 0.25 = 2875 g.
- 3 * 2875 = 8625 g (total pipe weight 50x50x2mm).
Purpose of a profile pipe for a swing
In order to correctly answer this question, it is necessary to explain what types of pipes for which parts of the swing are used.
- Round (oval) pipes. Suitable for curved structures (e.g. seats, armrests, arches).
- Square and rectangular pipes. They have good strength, suitable for parts that are placed on the surface (vertical posts, spacers).
- Flat pipes - suitable for auxiliary elements (horizontal spacers).
Swing attachment types and classification
Before choosing a scheme according to which we will assemble a metal swing with our own hands, you need to decide on how to attach them to the supporting structure.
There are two main types of swing mounts:
- on eye nuts;
- to the nodes.
In the first case, you do the following:
- Make through holes in the horizontal beam using a drill (~ 5 mm);
- Push in long bolts with washers, tighten the eye nuts;
- Attach carabiners and chains or ropes to them.
In the second case, the sequence is as follows:
- Throw the ropes over the crossbar;
- Making a sea knot;
- Attach the other ends of the rope to the seat.
Hanging metal swing
Homemade swing for a summer cottage made of metal is often enough small size... These are usually small seats for one person, mostly for children. They do not need a fixed base in order to hang them in the yard, they only need a tree with sufficiently thick branches or a supporting structure.
Hanging swings are most often hung on a chain or strong ropes - depending on the desire and style. At the same time, they can be fixed without damaging the branch itself: wrap the chain or rope with a sliding knot, which will provide a sufficiently strong grip. The main thing here is to correctly calculate the thickness of the suspension itself.
An example of a chain attachment. 
- Drill large through hole along the width of the seat with a thickness of 7-9 mm (along the red line in the picture);
- Pull the chain through drilled hole chain;
- Screw in the steel bolts along the edges of the seat so that the chain is secured.
Stationary swing made of metal
Do-it-yourself stationary garden swing from a profile pipe is a more complex option, but no less popular. Great if you need to install seating for two or three people.
For a stationary swing, in addition to the seat itself, it is necessary to make a frame from a profile pipe. This is the supporting element of the entire structure, the heaviest loads will fall on it, so it must be done with all attention. Fastening to a stationary frame has several varieties.
Where to install metal swings on the site
Before you weld a swing or buy it in a store, you need to choose a place on the site, we recommend that you adhere to the following rules:
- The swing should be located in an open area near the house. Perfect option- 10-20 meters so that you can watch your children play;
- There should be no communications above the iron swing (water, power lines and other wires);
- There should be no roads nearby (it is best to put a fence around).
Having decided on the place, it is necessary to prepare a drawing-project of your structure. We recommend that you indicate all sizes in advance - this way you will save a lot of time and resources for revisions and alterations.
Swing in the form of a bench or sofa with a metal frame
This type of swing is common among manufacturers - today on the market you will find a large number of ready-made assembled models of this type. They are distinguished by their practicality and relative cheapness. Such a swing is suitable for joint gatherings in the evening after a hard day or on weekends with children and loved ones.
Before buying materials and getting started self-production iron swing, check out the design features:
- this type of metal swing for a summer residence can be both portable and stationary;
- a foundation of a portable structure is not required - the support is a square at the base. In case you decide to make a stationary swing, we recommend keeping in mind the columnar foundation;
- a canopy is often made for such structures - it can be either a polycarbonate roof or a stretched awning.
Materials and tools
To make a swing from a profile pipe with your own hands, you will need a whole list of tools and materials:
- Round shaped tube for a frame with a diameter of 20mm, 14170 mm (take a meter or two more with a margin);
- 4 steel corners;
- 2 steel arcs, each 250 mm long and 15 mm in diameter;
- 2 wooden canvases;
- cable, chain or any other suspension that can withstand a load of up to 250-300 kilograms;
- welding machine;
- pliers;
- hammer;
- vice;
- grinder or hacksaw for metal;
- building level;
- roulette;
- special paint for metal against corrosion;
- eye screws 5x80mm, 4 pieces.
- lifting shackle М5, 6 pieces;
- bolt М6х30, 4 pieces;
- nut М6, 4 pieces;
- spring washer M6, 4 pieces.
Step-by-step instruction
 | Cutting parts from shaped pipes for iron outdoor swings. For the side racks, you will need 2500 mm segments, 4 pieces. On the crossbar, you will need a piece of pipe, 2100 mm long. |
 | We cut off the edge of the pipe at 30 degrees at the end, after which, using a welding machine, we weld them into an isosceles triangle. |
 | We measure 2000 mm from the top of the posts and weld on a horizontal bar 1035 mm long to strengthen the frame. See the drawing of a garden swing made of metal, which we made for you with our own hands. |
 | We weld the horizontal bar at the ends of the uprights. After that, the seat will be attached to it. The distance between the A-posts is 2000 mm, the crossbar protrudes 50 mm on each side. |
 | Let's start creating a swing bench from a profile pipe with our own hands. We take several bars 30x30x6000 mm and shorten them. You should get pieces of 1500 mm in the amount of 24 pieces. We clean them with sandpaper or a machine. Or you can take a 100x100 bar and adjust it to the required dimensions. It is not necessary to cut out 30x30, you can use 20x50 and 30x70, etc. |
 | We paint the surface to prevent wood from rotting. |
  | We make a frame from a pipe 15 mm in diameter. We weld the pieces together and attach the bars with bolts. The distance between them is 20-25mm. At the edges we weld the eye nut for fastening the chain (two on one side, two on the other). You can also experiment with the distance between the bars (it all depends on their size). More details on the drawing of a swing from a profile pipe. |
 | We attach the seat to the vertical posts of the metal swing frame. We drill through holes in the crossbar for bolts with eye nuts. We thread them and twist them. We connect the carabiners with all the eye nuts and attach the chain. |
 | We dig 4 holes 450mm deep. For this we use a manual iron drill. |
 | We mix concrete. Add cement, sand and water to the container in proportions 1: 2: 3. It is best to use a cement labeled M400. |
 | We put a 100mm sand pillow at the bottom, then we install the racks in the pits. We throw in a few large stones for the stability of the structure, after which we fill everything with concrete. We are waiting for 3-4 days until everything is dry. The construction is ready |
Single swing made of metal
Do-it-yourself single swing from pipes can be welded both stationary and portable - it all depends on who will use them and how much free space you have on the site. 
Stationary swings have the greatest stability of all the options listed: children will not be able to turn them over even during the most active game. However, because of this, they have a disadvantage - low mobility: they cannot be removed during bad weather. Portable ones, of course, are not as stable, but they are also much more comfortable than stationary ones. 
The main stages of installation
 | To weld the swing frame from the profile, you need to take a pipe and cut it into two equal parts, each 3100 mm. Cut the edges of the uprights at an angle of 45 degrees. After that, it is necessary to form the letter P - weld the third to the ends of these two segments. Its edges should also be trimmed at a 45 degree angle. |
 | The second step is to form a metal swing structure with your own hands on bearings. We need two pieces of 5 centimeters in length from a pipe with a diameter of 90 millimeters. Bearings are inserted into them, after which they are scalded to secure. On the other hand, for additional fixation, a small piece of metal is welded to overlap the pipe. A piece of pipe with a diameter of 27 millimeters will be inserted into the bearings. |
 | Two plates are welded to a 27 mm pipe - this will be fasteners for carbines. The structure itself for the bearings is fixed to the crossbar using two pieces of metal. They are welded to the sides of the pipe into which they are inserted into the bearings. It is important - before starting the assembly of this part, apply grease to the bearing and periodically moisten it with water. If this is not done, then the material will heat up from welding, the steel will begin to expand and the structure will be damaged. |
 | After the assembly of the frame is over, it is necessary to dig two holes under it, insert the ends of the pipe there and carefully concreting everything. After the concrete has dried, it is necessary to weld the stabilizing slopes from the remains of the pipes. |
 | A frame is welded under the seat of a garden metal swing from a prepared profile pipe. We use a welding machine. At the edges we attach the eyelet of the nut (marked with green dots). |
 | We attach the carabiners to the eye nuts and connect everything with a steel chain. |
How to make metal swing seats
Such a double swing from a profile pipe can often be found in playgrounds. First, a few words about the advantages and disadvantages.
Large metal street swing Advantages:
- strength is the most important advantage of such a swing. Stiffeners greatly increase the bending resistance of the structure;
- profitability - shaped pipes easy to manufacture, which helps to significantly reduce the cost of all materials;
- durability.
Flaws:
- thorough care - if you do not galvanize the profile pipes and do not cover them with protective compounds, then after a while rust will appear;
- the complexity of bending pipes - this may require additional equipment.
We have already repeatedly told how to weld a frame for a swing made of metal with our own hands to a summer cottage, prepare the foundation and hang the seats, so now we will tell you which seat is suitable for such a design and its dimensions. 
The following parts are required: 3x1600m; 3x880mm; 2x200mm; 5x500mm. More details in the drawing.
A long segment of 1600mm is installed, 3 short ones of 500mm are welded to it - the letter Ш is obtained. Another long segment is welded from the free ends. The back is formed in the same way. Everything is fixed with corners at the edges of each part of the structure and welded together at an angle of 90 degrees. Two pieces of board are attached to the structure with bolts.
To make the backrest more comfortable to sit, you need to set it at an angle of 115 degrees. To do this, you need to make the appropriate section at the ends of the 880 mm sections for the backrest.
How to make a frame for a garden swing - video
For self-creation frame of a garden swing from a professional pipe, we recommend that you adhere to the algorithm of actions, as in the video below.
Decorating and caring for a metal swing
In order for the swing from the pipes that you made with your own hands to serve as long as possible, we recommend that you first decorate them and then tint them with a special paint for metal once every six months or a year. 
Here's what else you can use to cover metal:
- rust solvent;
- enamel paint for metal;
- soil for surface treatment;
- paint with the addition of metal powder (yellow).
After the construction is completed, you can decorate the structure:
- Sew the seat covers. A dense fabric is suitable for them, which is not afraid of contact with moisture.
- Paint the side racks with patterns or drawings. To do this, you need a stencil with patterns or figures, paint for metal and a brush (or sponge). Place the stencil against the walls. Take a sponge and wet it with paint. Blot the stencil and remove. Repeat the procedure several times.
- Decorate the playground next to your homemade outdoor iron swing. Plant flowers, build a small decorative fence, arrange sculptures.
How to choose a swing made of metal
When buying a metal swing for a summer residence in a store, you should pay attention to:
- size and dimensions. As a rule, the swing has a width of 2-2.5, which is versatile and allows you to easily install it on any type of site. If unique dimensions are needed, it is best to custom-make.
- Manufacturing material. Decide in advance what kind of material you want to see. Classic version- made of metal and wood, but there are also modern materials such as high-strength plastic, steel bars.
- Price. This is an important factor, since on the market you can find absolutely any model for a different budget.
We offer to consider several models of single and double metal swings that are now popular on the market:
| Model | Price | Manufacturer | Main advantages and features | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 8 990 RUR | China | 1.9x1.13x1.8m | up to 300 kg | ● double swing; ● soft seat; ● fabric canopy. |
 | 3 710 RUB | Russia | 1.37 x 1.42 x 1.8m | up to 90 kg | ● single swing; ● the bases of the product are installed in concrete; ● wooden seat with chain attachment. |
 | 6 890 RUR | Russia | 3x1.2m | up to 100 kg | ● double swing; ● wooden seat; ● fastening - steel chain; ● without foundation |
 | 12 990 RUR | Russia | 2.9x1.55x2m | up to 250kg in total | ● double swing; ● seat material - plastic; ● suitable for children 3-10 years old; ● material of manufacture - steel |
In conclusion, I would like to say that regardless of whether you want to assemble a metal swing yourself or purchase ready product, it is necessary to look first of all at their quality and ease of use, to choose only the best. We hope you now know how to do this. Good luck!
Making a garden swing with your own hands, the drawings of which can be easily found in many specialized sources, is not particularly difficult. To carry out the work, it is necessary to determine the type of structure, the features of its collection, as well as prepare the necessary materials and tools.
Variety of designs
The main classification of garden swings is their separation according to the installation principle:
- portable. They are usually made of lightweight materials, which is why you can independently transfer the building from one place to another;
- monolithic. Installed with the frame fixed to the ground or foundation. They cannot be knocked over.
Do it yourself - step by step description of the process
Metal is the most common material for the manufacture of swings, because it is highly wear-resistant, and also provides the ability to design models of any shape and size.
Blueprints
When drawing up drawings, it is initially worth deciding on the type of frame for the future construction - it can be collapsible or welded.
To perform a collapsible type, no special knowledge and skills are required - the whole principle is to manufacture parts of a certain length and connect them with bolts and nuts.
The welded structure, although it is more stable and durable, requires the use of welding and other specialized equipment.
It is worth noting that it is not necessary to create drawings yourself - many Internet resources contain ready-made schemes.
Dimensions (edit)
When compiling or choosing a suitable drawing on your own, it is very important to correctly calculate both the overall dimensions of the structure as a whole and its individual components. Usually, the dimensions are determined based on the following basic parameters:
- for one person, the width of the seat should be about 50 cm;
- the height of the seat is usually made for convenience in a size of 55-60 cm;
- if the structure is planned to be suspended, then the distance from the support posts on the side to the edges of the seat is from 15 to 40 cm, depending on the type of suspension (rope, chain, etc.).
List of required tools
It should be noted that the need for certain tools is determined depending on the material of manufacture, the type of fasteners, as well as the installation of the installation.
The main list of required items is represented by the following tools:
- grinder for sawing off parts of the required length;
- welding machine (provided that the elements are welded);
- building level and measuring tool (tape measure);
- saw (if present wooden parts), as well as a sander;
- hammer;
- screwdrivers, bolts and nuts;
- drill (if the racks are to be fixed with concrete, then you will need a mixing attachment separately).
Assembly technology
Assembly technology consists of the following steps:
- cutting parts from pipes (side posts, base, crossbeam);
- elimination of the resulting burrs with a file or sandpaper;
- connection of pipes for the base (depending on the chosen method, they are either welded or connected with special bolts);
- attaching a rack to the base of the swing, and there are already crossbars to it;
- in the event that the structure is stationary, holes are dug (4 pieces);
- metal beams are inserted into the holes, and they are poured with concrete. When making concrete, it is worth maintaining the proportions - one part of cement, two parts of sand and one crushed stone with the gradual addition of water;
- after about 7 days, when the concrete completely freezes, hooks are attached to the crossbar and the seat is attached.
From a profile pipe
The profile pipe is one of the best materials, which can be applied in the manufacture of garden swing.
Depending on what kind of load the entire structure will have to withstand in the future, the type and size of the pipe is determined:
- in the manufacture of children's swings, pipes with a section of 40 by 40 mm and a thickness of 1 mm can be used;
- for an adult version (for 2-3 people), a pipe with a diameter of 7 cm and a thickness of at least 2 mm is suitable.
It should be understood that with an increase in the potential load on the supports, it is necessary to use a material with a larger pipe wall thickness and diameter.
You may also need wooden planks, plywood, thick fabric and mosquito net.
Thus, depending on your wishes and skills in working with various materials you can design and install in your garden or country house any model of metal garden swing you like.
How to make a swing out of metal with your own hands, see the description of the work in the following video:
Do-it-yourself garden swing made of metal drawings and dimensions and photo video. Striving for the dacha, each owner of a suburban area first of all dreams of fresh air. After the dusty and smoky city, it is especially pleasant to relax and enjoy the wonderful view of the garden.
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There are many options for ready-made devices on sale, but it is much more fun to make a garden swing with your own hands from metal. Drawings, dimensions and photos various designs help to cope with this task.
Characteristics of a garden swing with your own hands made of metal
Metal structures have the largest number of advantages over products based on other materials. That is why on the Internet there are so many photos and drawings of children's swing with their own hands made of metal.
Technical and performance characteristics metal swing:
- long service life is one of the main benefits. Metal is not susceptible to the destructive effects of such factors as, for example, decay processes. Breakage due to drying out is also excluded;
- practicality - environmental influences destructive to buildings (ultraviolet radiation, rain and other types of precipitation) cannot affect the strength characteristics of the material;
- reliability - due to the increased strength of the metal and its durability, the resulting structures are very strong;
- budget - the metal in the purchase has a lower cost than high quality wood (low quality wood will not be able to ensure the strength of the product, therefore it is not used to create a swing);
- a variety of modifications - the range of modern swing, which can be purchased or made independently, is extremely wide, which allows you to choose a design that fully meets individual preferences.
Tools and materials for making a swing with your own hands from metal
To make a garden swing with a canopy from the sun and precipitation, we need the following tool:
- Roulette, level, grinder;
- welding machine + protective equipment;
- electric drill with drills for metal and wood;
- screwdriver + self-tapping screws for fixing polycarbonate and a set of wrenches.
From the materials, we will prepare the following:
- metal profile (corner and cross-section pipes);
- wooden blocks or boards for assembling the bench, half-countersunk bolts, complete with washers and nuts;
- pendants with a bearing, chains, carabiners, eyebolts for hanging a bench, made of galvanized metal or stainless steel;
- anchors for fastening the structure to a concrete base / bent long reinforcing bars;
- sheet of cellular polycarbonate for a canopy, anti-corrosion primer and paint for metal, wood stain and varnish for wood, brushes for applying paints and varnishes.
A simple diagram of a swing with your own hands made of metal
The structure must be stable, and in order to achieve this, it is advisable to concrete the supports.
A swing equipped with a roof to protect it from precipitation and the sun is not recommended to be designed high.
You can use this example to perform the calculation:
- the width of the seat for one person is about 50 cm plus or minus 10 cm;
- the height of the bench is 60 cm;
- the distance from the seat to the crossbar is measured based on the height of the person who will use the structure;
- the gap to the supports located on the sides is 30 cm to the suspensions on the chains and 40 cm to the rope ones.
Suspension and structures of fasteners for making a swing from metal
To prevent children and especially adults (due to the greater weight) from falling, it is necessary to reliably hang the swing. To do this, you need to find:
- strong enough ropes - you can use parachute slings (withstand 150 kg) or climbers' ropes;
- chains - even those with which dogs are tied are suitable, but preferably thicker;
- thick wire or long metal rods with a caliber of at least 10 mm.
Mounts can be completely different:
- From the rope. Place the rope over the crossbar and fasten it to the bottom of the seat. Or pull it through the saddle and tie in a knot at the top.
- Hook or ring.
Do-it-yourself forged garden swing made of metal
Swings of this type are made mainly for installation in territories country houses... Creation of these products requires skills in handling welding machine and metal or you can hire an assistant.
In this case, the swing is more durable and powerful than other options. metal structures... In addition, you get an original product that can become an interesting decorative addition to the landscape and exterior of the house.
Metal products made by forging are expensive. But it is justified by its excellent decorative characteristics.
DIY hanging metal swing
Homemade swing for a summer residence made of metal is often quite small. These are usually small seats for one person, mostly for children. They do not need a fixed base in order to hang them in the yard, they only need a tree with sufficiently thick branches or a supporting structure.
Hanging swings are most often hung on a chain or strong ropes - depending on the desire and style. At the same time, they can be fixed without damaging the branch itself: wrap the chain or rope with a sliding knot, which will provide a sufficiently strong grip. The main thing here is to correctly calculate the thickness of the suspension itself.
- Drill a large through hole 7-9 mm thick along the width of the seat (along the red line in the picture);
- Pull the chain through the drilled hole in the chain;
- Screw in the steel bolts along the edges of the seat so that the chain is secured.
Do-it-yourself swing from a metal profile
The most common are considered a suspended swing to the country. They are practical, convenient and comfortable to use. You can create a canopy above the swing that will protect it from the influence of sunlight. Thus, the seat will not heat up, and the ride will become even more comfortable.
In order to create a canopy for a children's swing, you can use tarpaulin, textiles, wood with soft tiles in the form of a roof or polycarbonate. However, the most the best option considered cellular polycarbonate. Sheets of this material have a transparent structure. It will never be dark and very bright under the canopy.
Thus, depending on your wishes and skills in working with various materials, you can design and install any model of metal garden swing you like in your garden or country house.
