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Climbing Frames – Play Features

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All of our climbing frames here at Selwood Products come with their own specific play features for all children to enjoy. Each Play set has its own specific design and selection of features which makes them so appealing. We believe by incorporating a wide range of features and accessories into our climbing frames , it offers children with a broader selection to choose from and also enhances their active play experience. Below are just a select few of what you can expect to find !

Sandpit Area 

A number of our play sets come with a sandpit area situated directly below the fort (Play sets) deck. All that’s required is too add a simple ‘weed suppressant’ membrane and a few bags of play sand to transform the designated space into an enjoyable sandpit.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are also another addition that can been seen attached to some of our play sets. Picnic tables make a great accessory to include with a play set because they provide the opportunity to relax in addition to play.  It’s great to be able to stop for lunch without having to try and drag the kids into the house, and can provide opportunity to sit and talk, colour, paint and play with siblings or friends.

 

 

Chalk Wall 

The Chalk wall is a feature that a large proportion of our wooden climbing frames portray.   The Vinyl Tarp based walls come in specific sizes made to fit each frame. Drawing is the perfect way to encourage a child’s creativity, and what better way than have a vinyl chalk wall on your play set for the kids to enjoy. The vinyl chalk wall is easy to wipe clean and is torsion tested to withstand sufficient force .

To view our fantastic range of climbing frames we have on offer here at Selwood Products please visit our website!

http://www.selwoodproducts.com/climbing-frames/

More than just a climbing frame !

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Over the years climbing frames have developed vastly in terms of overall appearance, structure, durability and versatility.  As a result they are now widely referred to by a number of other titles, from the likes of outdoor play sets and play centers to name a few . Here at Selwood Products our climbing frames display a vast array of features and accessories for your children to enjoy. We believe by offering such a diverse range along with our frames, it will help stimulate the child’s overall interest levels for pro- longed periods of time and help them gain full enjoyment out of their play set during active play.

Below is a list of just a select few of the fantastic features some of our play sets display:

Rock wall

All our climbing frames here at Selwood Products include a rock wall as well as a standard ladder to help your children access the frame. The rock wall offers children with more of a challenging climb onto the frame itself . Its Colorful rocks and solid structure provide a safe and enjoyable option for your children to uptake. As well as being a fun option to accessing the climbing frame, the rock wall helps enhance an individuals hand to eye co-ordination and general motor skills when working their way up the wall .

Glider  

The Selwood Glider is a fantastic accessory which can be attached to all our frames at Selwood products. Its fun swing action contains two seats and allows children to sit back to back and glide back and forth.The glider is constructed of strong durable plastic and is yellow and green to compliment your play set and its other accessories. It can be used individually as well as a duo. 

Tube & Curved Slide

Our fantastic Tube slide range is a proven hit with all children. They offer children a fully enclosed and exciting decent down from the frame and apply a superb cutting edge to the overall appearance of each set. The tube slides allow children to ride down from a decent of 3.65m (12ft) in total and take up the least amount of space when compared to all other slides we offer with our play sets. The slide turns in on itself rather than sticking out to the front or side of the play set. It spirals once in the middle and flattens at the bottom so children land on their feet and can soon be on their way up the play set ready to slide down again.

The curved slide range consists of slides slightly longer than all straight slides. This is predominately down to the design of the curved slides with the fixed bend in place that curves round to the front of each play set. This feature not only gives children a slightly longer ride but adds great character to the overall appearance of the frame itself. Like all straight slides our curved range all feature high rails to ensure maximum possible safety for your children.

Monkey Bars

Monkey Bars are great fun as all kids love the chance to climb, hang and swing like monkeys. Our Monkey ladder swing packages can be bought with climbing frames or on their own as an additional accessory. Monkey bars are a great addition to any climbing frame and prove a big hit with all children. Our monkey bar climbers come in two varieties, the stand alone monkey bar, or the combination monkey bar and swings. Both have a ladder at the end, and easy grip rungs long the horizontal monkey climber. The monkey bars are normally about 1.8m (6ft) from the ground.

To view our fantastic range of climbing frames we have on offer here at Selwood Products please visit our website!

http://www.selwoodproducts.com/climbing-frames/

 

Climbing Frames – Prepare your garden for Spring !

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With spring on the horizon and the winter months gradually beginning to disappear now’s the time to start planning on transforming your garden back into shape. Our fantastic range of wooden climbing frames will help transform your garden into the greatest adventure setting of your child’s young life, it will also compliment and aesthetically enhance your gardens overall appearance.

Here at Selwood products we have a great selection of frames available for unbeatable prices. You can pre-order our strong, beautiful and hand –crafted frames with us now to ensure you purchase the best frame possible for you and your garden at an unbeatable price.

All our outdoor play sets display a vast range of features, which make them multi –functional in various ways. Swing sets, rock walls, large play decks, rope ladders and monkey bars are just a select few which can be found on our play sets.

By offering such a vast array of features we provide your children, family members and friends with the opportunity to utilize our play systems in a safe and controlled environment within their own gardens. We offer our customers a select range of frames for all garden layout sizes and our expert advisers our on hand to provide valuable knowledge and advice when it comes to climbing frames and play set queries.

So as we prepare to leave the winter months behind us and look forward to the ‘better’ weather, now is the time to purchase one of our great frames and take advantage of the offers we have available here at Selwood products as we enter the spring season .

To view the fantastic range of climbing frames, swing sets and accessories we have available, please follow the link below:

http://www.selwoodproducts.com/climbing-frames/

 

 

Wooden Climbing Frames – Why are they great ?

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Wooden climbing frames are now regarded as one of the best forms of current outdoor play sets available to purchase. The vast amounts of positive traits they display as a frame have made them a great alternative to your standard plastic and metal frames , for a very similar range of price .

One main advantage wooden frames portray over both plastic and metal play sets , is the fact the wooden counterparts are a lot more bigger and in general more fun to play on for the kids. All our frames here at Selwood Products are manufactured using high quality wood known as  ‘Chinese Cedar’ .Cedar Wood is renowned world-wide for its unique weather-resistant properties.  Its a very lightweight and dimensionally stable wood that lies flat and stays straight. This means it resists the natural tendency to crack and split, as you might find in many other wood species . The wood fibers contain oils that act as natural preservatives to help resist rot and decay , which for climbing frames makes it the most sought after wood to use . Metal climbing frames in particular over time will become weathered and begin to rust affecting the appearance , safety and overall function of your play set .  A common problem factor that’s associated with plastic frames is the tendency for cracks/splits to form in particular parts . This not only weakens the specific part of the set but can also become a safety hazard to your children .

Another positive trait wooden frames pose over both metal and plastic alternatives is there ability to blend in with the outdoor scenery and peoples gardens . Many plastic based play sets are very bold in various colors and tend to stick out when placed amongst the green surroundings of most gardens . Metal frames on the other hand hold a very basic , structured appearance , often using multiple metal bars to construct a frame design . Wooden Frames are much more aesthetically pleasing on the eye and throughout our vast range of wooden play sets , features such as large play decks, wooden roofs and hand crafted dorma’s all add to our sets striking appearance. All are frames are multi – functional and consist of varied features and accessories from the likes of swing sets , monkey bars , rock walls , rope ladders and slide to name a select few .

All our frames are constructed from pre- cut cedar wood, fully coated in stain and pre – drilled to assist with the assembly of the product. A ten year warranty is also combined with the purchase of all of our frames . 

Each play systems comes Pre-Boxed (with all wood, metal hardware & plastic accessories), including an Illustrated Owner’s Manual . With unbeatable prices guaranteed you can rest assured that buying direct from Selwood Products you’ll get the best products at the best prices.

To view are fantastic range of frames and offers we currently have on display , please follow the link below !

http://climbingframes.selwoodproducts.com/

 

 

 

Climbing Frames – Benefits of Outdoor Play Equipment

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Climbing Frames make for great outdoor play equipment for children for a variety of factors. Nowadays climbing frames offer so many features and accessories for children to explore all connected into one frame.  For instance here at Selwood Products we offer an array of climbing frames portraying a vast range of exciting and quality features. These include Swing sets , Slides , Rock walls , Large play decks , Gliders , Playhouse Packages ,Picnic Tables , Monkey bars , Rope ladders and Fireman’s poles to name a few .

Sandpoint Deluxe Climbing Frame

To purchase all these features and accessories  individually would  be very expensive than compared to buying them as one complete play set . By offering such an extensive and exciting range of features with our frames , we supply children with the opportunity to get the most out of there outdoor play time !

 

The rise of the gaming console and media devices available to young children these days has contributed to the bleak statistics of creating a generation of inactive children . Factors such as this contributed with an unhealthy diet can lead to seeing young children developing health problems such as obesity and diabetes from an early age . 

To help counteract this rising problem , children need to be offered and assisted with regular forms of exercise/physical activity from an early age . Climbing frames /outdoor play sets offer children a great form of  physical activity and regular exercise within there own gardens . Not only do they provide children with a great source of active play , socially they help them interact with there friends and others . At Selwood Products we believe by offering such a wide range of climbing frames and features to suit the needs of all garden sizes , we can supply children with the positive stimulation needed to get the most enjoyment possible out of there play set .

 

To view are fantastic range of frames and offers we currently have on display , please follow the link below !

http://climbingframes.selwoodproducts.com/

 

 

Selwood Products – Slide Range

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Here at Selwood products we have a fantastic range of slides on offer that come with our play sets. We all know how beneficial outdoor play is for children and slides are the finishing touch to any outdoor play structure, helping to keep children entertained all day long. Slides are perfect for making a quick descent from any elevated play system / climbing frame and add a fun, safe and speedy element to all frames for your kids to enjoy. Are slide range consists of the following, Straight slides, Tube slides and Curved slides. All slides vary in size and are designed to meet the deck heights for certain frames. They are all tested to EN71 Safety standards, which means they are only suitable for residential use only.

All slides are made from strong durable plastic, most coloured green as to deter insects in the summertime. They are all high-sided to prevent any accidental tumbles, so your child will be well supported as they make their descent. Each slide has a raised lip at the bottom so the kids hit the ground with their feet landing on the floor and not their bottoms.  Each slide is UV tested and has built in UV Inhibitors to protect it from the sun’s rays. This helps keep the product cool and not too hot to touch for when in use by the kids. We have also reinforced the rear of our slides to make them extra strong, and to easily stand up to children running the wrong way up them!

Straight Slides

We offer our customers a fantastic range of straight slides to accompany are play sets. Otherwise referred to as straight wavy slides as they contain a slight wave in the middle, these offer children a fast and exciting exit down from the climbing frame. All straight slides feature high rails to ensure the easiest and safest entry possible as well as having flat bottom bases to aid landing once descended. These injection moulded HDPE slides are are also reinforced to make sure they are extra hard wearing. All straight slides are made of durable, green plastic – a perfect colour choice during the summer as it won’t attract the bugs!

Curved Slides

The curved slide range consists of slides slightly longer than all straight slides. This is predominately down to the design of the curved slides with the fixed bend in place that curves round to the front of each play set. This feature not only gives children a slightly longer ride but adds great character to the overall appearance of the frame itself. Like all straight slides our Curved range all feature high rails to ensure maximum possible safety for your children. The curved slides for the 1.2m (4ft) decks are 3.05m (10ft) in length, and those on the 1.5m (5ft) decks are 3.65m (12ft) in length.

Tube Slides

Our fantastic Tube slide range is a proven hit with all children. They offer children a fully enclosed and exciting decent down from the frame and apply a superb cutting edge to the overall appearance of each set. The tube slides allow children to ride down from a decent of 3.65m (12ft) in total and take up the least amount of space when compared to all other slides we offer with our play sets. The slide turns in on itself rather than sticking out to the front or side of the play set. It spirals once in the middle and flattens at the bottom so children land on their feet and can soon be on their way up the play set ready to slide down again.

DIY Slides

Here at Selwood we also offer our own individual slide range for those who choose to construct their own ‘DIY’ climbing frame or tree house. A varied selection of straight, curved, tube and wave slides are available at differing deck heights. These are predominately either 1.2 metre (4ft) or 1.5 meter (5ft) play deck heights.

To view the fantastic range of climbing frames and slides we have on offer at Selwood Products please follow the links below!

http://www.selwoodclimbingframes.co.uk/climbing-frames/

http://www.climbingframesuk.com/slides/

 

 

Ground Stakes – How to effectively use them and why?

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All our Products are designed and constructed using quality materials with your Child’s safety in mind. For all our climbing frames we use the highest quality lumbar possible known as ‘Cedar Wood’. To maximize the safety of your play set we recommend all frames are anchored to the ground securely by ground stakes. Whilst your children enjoys the range of features and accessories our play sets provide, knowing your frame is securely anchored to the ground will eliminate any safety hazards/issues . As our frames are all wooden they are quite heavy, which means there is no problem leaving your play set free standing. The overall weight of the set will ensure the frame finds a foothold in the ground (soil) below and is safe for your children to play on. However to enhance the overall enjoyment and safety of your play set , we have designed an array of ground stakes that come with our frames which makes it easy to secure your frames down to the ground .

Most of our sets use the Wooden Anchors that can be seen in the above picture on the right. These are hand crafted stakes that our 14 inches long with pre-drilled holes already inserted. Throughout our range of frames between 4 – 6 ground stakes are provided for each set. As can be seen in the caption on the left, different play sets require there own types of ground stakes. These can be plastic or metal and all differ in size , weight and length. All ground stakes should be strategically placed around the bottom of the set to firmly hold the frame in place. We recommended all stakes are inserted into the ground at a minimum depth of 35cm.

Most notably high winds are a major risk factor towards outdoor climbing frames. By securing your frame down with ground anchors the risk of your frame toppling over in the wind is heavily minimized  For people that live in areas that experience in particular high winds and gusty weather we recommended all sets are securely anchored to the ground. In most cases concreting the anchors into the ground is the safest option.

The overall design of our anchors makes them easy to be inserted into the ground but also easily accessible to remove. This can be for numerous reasons such as moving your play set to another destination or just replacing the stakes in general. All ground stakes should be maintained properly along with your play set. We advise that at least once a month during play season the owners check for any looseness, damage or deterioration. After heavy bouts of weather such as strong winds and rain , it’s vital the stakes are checked to ensure they are still firmly anchoring the unit to the ground.

If you wish to purchase some new ground stakes / anchors from us please follow the following link. (http://www.climbingframesuk.com/diy-climbing-frames/)

Play Set Maintenance – Top Tips !

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Here at Selwood products we are known for supplying you with the best value play equipment on the market. We aim to bring you the highest quality at the lowest prices. Our vast range of Outdoor Play sets / Climbing Frames are designed and constructed of quality materials with your Child’s safety in mind. However as with all outdoor products and especially ones which are used by children, weathering and wear will gradually occur over periods of time. This is why it’s important to maintain your play set properly and maximize the enjoyment, safety and overall life of your set.

Your Play set can be enjoyed by your children all year round. Most notably summer is the season which see’s the highest percentages of play by young children. During cold seasons such as winter, some prefer to remove/take down particular parts of there play sets to protect them from weathering. Here are a few key maintenance tips that will help keep your frame safe and looking pristine all year round.

Hardware

  • Inspect all Bolts, Lag and Pan Screws for tightness. We recommend you check Hardware ‘twice’ a month during play season.
  • All Hardware must be firmly against, but not crushing the wood. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN as you can increase the risk of the wood splitting.  
  • Check for any sharp edges or protruding screw threads.
  • Check all Swing Hangers at least once a month during play season. All Hangers should be secure and orientated correctly. The hook should rotate freely and perpendicular to support beam. If any squeaking occurs lubricate the bushing with oil or WD-40.  

 

Swings, Ropes, Glider & Other Accessories

  • Re-install any parts if removed for the winter.
  • Check all aspects of the parts for any wear and tear or signs of rust. ( Swing seat , Chains , ropes , Plastic covering . etc )
  • Check that all ropes are tight and secure at both ends and cannot loop back on themselves to create an entrapment.
  • Replace any parts that have succumbed to severe deterioration.
  • To prolong the life we recommend removing swings and other attachments inside to store during the winter periods. When Temperatures drop below freezing plastic parts in particular can become more brittle.

Wood Parts

  • Check all Wood Parts for any signs of deterioration, structural damage or splintering.
  • Sand down any splinters were necessary.
  • Periodic application of an exterior water repellent or Wood stain (Water based) will help improve and prolong the life of your play set.
  • Pro longed periods of sunlight can cause slight fading to the color of any wood. To maintain its appearance touch up / stain your set when needed.

Ground stakes (Anchors)

  • Check all ground stakes for looseness, damage or deterioration.
  • All Play sets should be firmly anchored to the ground during use.
  • Re-secure or replace any stakes if necessary.
  • Ensure that all stakes are placed in at a sufficient depth. ( Minimum & Recommended depth – 35cm ) 

Shock Absorbing Surfacing

  • Rake and check the depth levels of loose fill protective surfacing / materials used for your play set monthly.
  • After periods of bad weather such as high winds, heavy rain /snow always check surfacing levels.
  • Replace or fill up where necessary.

Remember as the owner of a play set it’s vitally important they are properly maintained. The life of your play set will be prolonged year after year if it’s looked after correctly. To replace any parts for your play set or add some new accessories please visit are website !

http://www.selwoodproducts.com/climbing-frames/

 

 

Why buy direct from the Manufacturer?

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As consumers we are faced with many possible options in the modern marketplace; buy from a supplier or distributor or buy directly from the manufacturer? We all know that suppliers and distributors act as middle men, passing products on to the customers and covering their costs in the process. If you want to keep your purchase costs to a minimum then go directly to the manufacturer. So other than cost, how else do you benefit by buying direct?

Manufacturers are in a great position to be able to offer their customers the best prices available in the market place. They can source superior quality products at great prices and therefore pass these deals on to the customer directly without involving a distributor or supplier in the process; ‘…companies offer lower prices if the consumer orders goods directly from their e-store’ writes Eliah Sekirin on ehow.co.uk. The manufacturer understands the market for the products they are selling and were able to identify customer need in that market. They also understand the product capabilities and what it can offer. Manufacturers have strong technical support when offering after sales care. It is much easier to get replacement parts when dealing direct with the manufacturer, as opposed to going through various other organisations.

Here at Selwood products we are proud to be able to supply our customers directly with our fantastic range of climbing frames, play houses, swing sets, garden screens and fencing. Our range is popular with children and parents alike. Every parent knows that outdoor active play is important for their children’s development and health. It can be both creative and fulfilling for children whether playing alone or in a group. As experts in our field with years of experience manufacturing top quality products we are confident that we are able to offer the best value play equipment on the market. Our aim is to bring you the highest quality at the lowest prices. With a fully dedicated in-house parts service and after sales care team, you can be assured of a first class service from start to finish. Where possible we ensure our wooden components come from a sustainable source. All our play products are designed to meet EN-71 and ASTM international test standards and are manufactured from high quality cedar wood which is ideal for garden play as it rarely cracks or splinters and is soft to touch.

We are always looking for the most affordable way to bring our products direct to our customers and our website regularly offering great discounts. When you buy direct from our website you can be confident that you are shopping securely online with identity confirmation by ‘verified by visa’ and ‘MasterCard secure code’. To view our full range of climbing frames, swing sets, garden toys and more visit our website!
www.selwoodproducts.com

What to do if you find a part is Missing or Damaged? #PartsRequest

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At Selwood Products we try our best to supply all of our products in pristine condition, but unfortunately due to the number of parts, size and weight of the products, on some occasion’s damage may occur during shipping or transportation. If this has happened to you then may we pass on our sincere apologies and assure you that we do understand your frustrations, and will do our best to rectify the situation as soon as possible. If you find yourself in the position of needing to replace any damaged or missing parts to your play set please follow these simple steps stated below:

Parts Request – Step by Step Guide!

  • Firstly, we request that you check all parts and, if necessary, make a list of any damaged or missing items. It may help to label/number the parts when checking them against the parts and hardware lists on the instructions.
  • Secondly, on our website you will need to complete a quick online parts request form. On the form you will be required to enter all standard information from your Full name, Email, Address and Specific Product purchased. You will also need to state in the columns provided any specific part numbers/codes and quantities. For Insurance Purposes for all Damaged parts we need photos to be attached to every parts request. Again a link to upload photos will be available to the customer on our online parts form.  We will then process your request and get the replacement parts sent out to you as soon as possible.
  • Completing this form is the most efficient method of claiming your parts because the list and all necessary information is sent directly to our Parts Team and will be processed as a priority ! All our Parts Requests are sent out either via Royal Mail or by Tuffnells Parcels Express a UK Nationwide Company.

 

To Access the Parts Request Form Submissions page just log on to our website here http://www.selwoodproducts.com