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Firefighter’s Pole
For four-alarm fun, there’s nothing more thrilling than sliding down a firefighter’s pole. Easy to install, a firefighter’s pole is a great way for older kids to improve their agility as they rush off to fight a pretend blaze.
Firefighter’s pole accessories are treated to be smooth and weather-resistant, offering a safer option than DIY versions made from lengths of pipe. Attach the pole to the side of a two-level playset tower. Make sure it is firmly screwed to the playset at the top and set into the base, or buried at least 10 inches into the ground at the bottom.
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Rope or Strap Ladder
Like a climbing wall, a rope or strap ladder offers an exciting way for developing kids to test their physical prowess and enjoy a rush of satisfaction when they make it to the top.
This accessory can be a single hanging ladder column with evenly-spaced horizontal rungs, or a hanging cargo net design with two or three columns and staggered or even rungs that form a more versatile climbing area. Although you can make a hanging rope ladder with nylon rope and wooden rungs, you’re probably better off purchasing a cargo net ladder.
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Tire Swing or Saucer
Even the most basic swing set can be amped up by simply swapping out one or more classic plank swings with more creative alternatives. An old-school tire or colorful saucer are two crowd-pleasers that are easy to install and can accommodate more than one child at a time.
Make a DIY tire swing with an old tire and braided polyester rope that you can hang vertically or horizontally, or purchase a saucer swing attachment. Keep in mind that tire and saucer swings must be hung well clear of the swing set base or other swings.
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