Playset FIXER✯UPPER
Playsets are a great addition to your outdoor living space. They look great and provide a place for your kids to have fun. However, if you have one that is looking tired and worn don't get a new one, fix up your playset like we did.
We moved into our home in October 2014 and we were excited that it had a playset for our daughter, Addison. The following spring we noticed that the playset needed some work, but life happened and it wasn't a priority. In 2016 we were blessed with twin girls and once again the playset was put on a back burner. Finally, with Addison turning three, we decided that it was time to see what we could do.
If you are getting ready to sell your home, this is a relatively easy way to amp up your curb appeal. It can also show potential buyers that you paid attention to the little things.
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Items used
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From Amazon
Garden Landscape Fabric Anchor Staples (2)
SCOTTS 25-Year Pro Fabric, 3 by 150-Feet (2)
Dimex EasyFlex Plastic No-Dig Landscape Edging Kit, 100-Feet (1)
From Home Depot
BEHR Premium Russet Solid Color Waterproofing Stain & Sealer (2)
BEHR Premium All-In-One Wood Cleaner (1)
From Menards
NuPlay Rubber Nuggets Earthtone (100)
* Note-Rubber Mulch is more expensive, but it lasts a lot longer then traditional wood mulch.
Total Investment- $600
Equipment
Power washer, electric sander, socket wrench, mallet, rake, & assorted painting tools
Instructions
Step 1. Power wash entire playset.
Step 2. Sand any areas where there is chipping paint or defects
Step 3. Repeat power wash
Step 4. Let Dry
Step 5. Remove ladder, climbing wall, metal handles, and swings.
Step 6. Roll out landscape fabric and use fabric staples to secure to ground. *Note- If I was to do this again, I would spray the area I was covering with fabric with grass/weed killer prior to laying down the fabric.
Step 7. Tape up any items you don't want to get painted.
Step 8. Tighten up bolts.
Step 9. Paint, Paint, Paint. Let dry at least two hours and then touch up if needed.
Step 10. Let dry at least 24 hours.
Step 11. Reattach the ladder, climbing wall, & handles.
Step 12. Layout the no dig edging and use the stakes to anchor to the ground. Use some of the lawn staples to secure the edging even more.
Step 13. Fill sandbox with sand.
Step 14. Dump out the mulch and evenly spread with a rake.
Step 15. Trim excess fabric with a utility knife.
Sit back & enjoy the laughter, happiness, and delight of your family.
Addison, Brooke, & Audrey.
Greg lives in Mt. Pleasant, MI with his wife Sarah and three daughters, Addison, Audrey, & Brooke. Greg is a REALTOR® with Coldwell Banker Mt. Pleasant Realty & Associates.