RIDE THE WAVE!

Qty 1 - 12 ft 4x6 Doug Fir Lumber

Can substitute other lumber for Douglas Fir.

Qty 2 - 8 ft 4x6 Doug Fir Lumber

Can substitute other lumber for Douglas Fir.

Qty 4 - 12 ft 4x4 Doug Fir Lumber

Can substitute other lumber for Douglas Fir.

Qty 2 - 8 ft 4x4 Doug Fir Lumber

For the horizontal cross pieces. Can substitute other lumber for Douglas Fir.

Qty 2 - 8 ft 2x4 Doug Fir Lumber

For the temporary horizontal cross pieces. You can use any old lumber you have around, or just use the 8 ft 4x4 pieces listed above, patching the one extra hole after you’re done.

Pair of Eclipse Swing Brackets

Available on this page - below.

SkyCurve Platform Swing

There are now some other brands of a platform swing, although I still prefer this one, and it is the only one I have tested over time. From Amazon. https://amzn.to/3ruxaOX

1/2” Twisted Nylon Rope

Or similar. From Amazon. https://amzn.to/48rFAqZ

Qty 2 - 30” Oak Wood Dowel

For handles. Hardwood like Oak will last the longest. The thickness of the dowel is 1.25” Hardware store.

Qty 2 - ”AGPTEK Swing Seat" Heavy Duty

It is difficult to find swings with adjustable rope for very tall swings, like seen in the video. This is a good alternative, usually paired with the 3/16” stainless steel chain link—see below. (You can also use 1/2” nylon rope, with appropriate knots.) From Amazon. Different Color Options. https://amzn.to/45ZV6sx

3/16" Chain Link

Home Depot, Lowes, Ace, etc.

Qty 4 Pair - Swing Hangers

These come in packs of 4, so you need 2 packs. From Amazon. https://amzn.to/454wNIE

Qty 16 - Hex Bolt 3/8" x 7"

8 for brackets to beam, and 8 for attaching swing hangers for the traditional swings.

Qty 24 - Hex Bolt 3/8" x 5”

16 for brackets to legs, and 8 for platform swing hangers.

Qty 24 - Hex Lag Bolt (“Screw”) 3/8" x 6"

20 for platform swing 4x6 support pieces, and 4 for the horizontal 4x4 cross pieces to the legs.

Qty 68 - 1/2" Washer

Anywhere.

Qty 104 - 3/8" Washer

Anywhere.

Qty 40 - 3/8" Lock Nut

Anywhere.

1 Quart Exterior Stain

This set was stained with Behr Premium "Semi-Transparent Waterproofing Stain & Sealer" in Chestnut color. Home Depot.

4" Paint Roller with Tray for Same

Hardware store.

Paint Brush

3” or 4” best, but does not matter much. Dollartree.

Copper Green Wood Preservative

Hardware store. If you cant find this brand, any brand will do. Amazon has a version. https://amzn.to/3EPyPBO