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Spring is such a lovely time of year. The energies of renewal and growth are more upbeat than in the winter months. The longer days with the lovely sun, flowers and buds on the trees puts everyone in better moods and create longer, busier days.
Having a climbing frame in your own backyard creates a fun, safe and entertaining space for the kids to enjoy. It's a great benefit as you don't need to bring them to playgrounds or out and about for them to be able to climb, explore and use their imaginative play.
When you are shopping for climbing frames, here are some considerations to keep in mind to ensure the one you pick will last and be a good investment for your family.
Quality of Construction
Like anything you are on the market to buy, there is always a vast difference in quality between various brands and manufacturers. When it comes to our kids, it's important to look at where the climbing frame is made and how it is constructed.
Wickey climbing frames are a very popular frame to buy because of their quality. They are sold both for private homes and also in the public sectors for parks and schools which means that they have passed special certification.
Here is some more important information about the quality of Wickey climbing frames:
Production in Germany
Robust and durable design
Planed and bevelled solid wood
Maintenance-free and high-quality premium product
Special two-piece safety cover caps
Safety-tested quality
Monitored production
Solid railings
Materials
The type of wood itself also makes a difference both in terms of safety but also in terms of the maintenance you will need to do over the years.
Wickey uses pressure-treated wood because of the following advantages compared to natural wood.
No tedious sanding and annual painting
Increases the life of the wood
Protects against weathering, rot, mildew and fungi
No expensive coating colour needed
Saves time, effort and money
Warranty
Buying anything that comes with a decent warranty is also super reassuring. And it is also usually a sign of a good quality item. Wickey has a 10-year guarantee on all of their wooden products including their swing and slide set. The warranty is on the wood and only in combination when buying it with their own anchor sets. They are made in Germany so you know you are getting a top-quality product.
Sustainability
It's always important to consider if the product you are buying is using sustainable practices. We all have a duty to make changes as consumers, to help the planet and to support businesses that are making sustainable products and using sustainable manufacturing procedures.
Positioning in your Garden
Before ordering anything for your garden, it's important to take the time to consider the best location for it. A climbing frame is no different. You can use a tape measure to be sure the climbing frame will fit in your desired location. It's always safer to measure in advance!
You can also consider what type of material you'd like to be under / around the climbing frame. Choices include natural grass, sand, wood chip, rubber bark, safety mat and synthetic grass. Keep in mind the maintenance and the effect on the environment when you are making your decisions.
Would you like to have a climbing frame in your garden? Let me know in the comments if you have any other shopping tips to share.
