That was savage AF Jaimes !! Thanks for making this super simple! My kid just asked me what a see saw was and I noticed the local parks dont have this particular amenity anymore. I showed her this video and now im obligated to make one. Cheers from 2020!!
Hi Jaimes ! great project! i want to one myself for my kids but there is one thing that is holding be back. I can only find lumber in this size: 6 inches x 1 inch x 10 feet. Do you think it will do is it too thin?
If I remember right, it was 11/16. It's not super critical to have a certain size hole for that. Just as long as you can fit it through, without being too overly large.
@@projectswithjaimes4438 I am attempting to build this for my kiddos this weekend. I am a stay at home mom and do as much myself as I can but I am a bit nervous to make this. In the video I thought you said 3/4" wood drill bit but then in this comment I noticed you are saying it was possibly 11/16? Just wanted to double check if it was a 3/4" wood bit ? Also, for the dowel, if I use a 1" dowel would I use a 1" drill bit? Sorry if these questions are silly but I am very new to this! Thank you so much for making this video - it is extremely helpful! Sarah
@@Maymay1234-y1i Hi Sarah. I would go by what I say in the video... However, if you are changing the sizes of things like the dowel... Just drill through a little scrap of wood first and check that the dowel fits not too loosely. With the bolt, it really just matters that it will fit through the hole. If the hole is a size too big on that, it's not the end of the world. Good luck and stay safe with those tools. I would love to see a picture of it afterwards!
The wood that holds up the best is pressure treated. But some people don't like their kids playing on pressure treated wood. Then cedar would be next. But it's a bit more difficult to get. Then redwood. But honestly, if you put a coat of weatherproofing on it, you can use anything. I used standard Douglas fir, and it's held up fine for over 3 years now.
I keep forgetting that many people don’t know that 2X6’s are actually only 1.5” x 5.5”. Been that way for half a century now. I probably should have said something in the video😁
Just letting the diy’ers out there know it costs about $70 to make this seesaw according to 2021 Home Depot lumber and hardware prices 2021 is an expensive year for lumber!
Hey, Thanks great tutorial, I just finished building it. The detail on measurements was awesome, unfortunately with coronavirus closing everything I have to make some custom home made seats.
I just built one for my kids, they can’t get enough of it. Thanks a lot for the idea. Only thing different is I used a single 4X4 for the main beam instead of two 6X2’s. I found out is cheaper to buy a 4X4 than two 6X6’s. Also less labor. I just used a lag screw from the bottom up to attach the handle posts along with two 3” screws at 45deg from the top of the handle posts to the 4X4. Very solid also. Used some of this quarantine-social distancing time to built it.
3 x 2 x 6 pieces = 4 1/2=???......I’m confused. What’s the finished dimensions of the planks as we need to order differently in the UK. If I order 2”x6” I need to know if it’s rough sawn or PSE (Planed Square edge) which will be much less. Could you just clarify please? Thanks.
I'm just noticing that I overlooked this question months ago... So sorry for the delay. In the States, a standard 2x6 is actually 1.5 x 5.5 inches. It's a pain really. It just needs to be wide enough to fit 3 pieces in there. Sorry for the confusion.
I'm attending University in Korea. Also, I'm a freshman who entered the Department of Mechanical Engineering. Actually, I am working on a design project to build a catapult with my team. And your video has inspired us...!! Thank you very much.
AMAZING that's its absolutely impossible to find just the very basic instructions of making a tiny seesaw's hinge or middle section. The part that makes it swing up & down. They're all giant seesaws with a ridiculously long instructional guide on how to a make a FRKN BOARD with SEATS. We know THAT. All we have to do is look at a single photo of that. Or recall memory from parks as a kid. We all know it's a BOARD WITH 2 SEATS. What most of us don't know tho, is how to make the hinge part. I'm sorry I'm in a mood, just frustrated. Sorry. If it's any consolation, out of the 100s of videos & tutorials yours was the only one that actually was easy to follow & short & most descriptive.
I'm on my second one. Never stained the first, so it rotted after a few years. Two seats on each end with 12' of 2x6. Even adults loved it. It's always a hit when we have company. About to burn the first one.
Not completely sure. There are load charts out there that calculate the horizontal strength of 2x6's. I have not taken the time to find the load tolerances. I can tell you that we have had large adults on it without any problems. If you are concerned about it, maybe use 2x8's for the long supports instead of 2x6's.
You make it so simple. Thank you for this excellent video! I really appreciate that you included the dimensions of everything. I can't wait to make one for my kids for Christmas!!!
My teen son and I made this for the younger ones. It came out great! They love it and it was really easy. We made a great mom/son team and were proud of ourselves 😁
Ooh. That sounds like a cool addition. I’m not sure because I would have to see them and how they sit on the wood, but I would definitely mechanically attach them (meaning screws or clamps, etc) as opposed to trying to glue them on.
Party Go Round... That would be fine. Just make sure you don’t use PT wood around anywhere you’ll be eating (cutting boards or table tops, etc). The chemicals used in PT lumber have a certain level of toxicity. It’s much safer these days than it used to be, so sitting/playing on it is fine, but eating on it is not.
I love this, and there are some things about yours (e.g., the padded seats) that I like about yours better than many others. I am concerned that in the high heat and humidity of where I live the fabric might not hold up, and the foam would get wet, soggy, and ruined. How has yours held up? One question -- some other builders using a similar design used a pipe (e.g., galvanized) with end caps as the fulcrum. Why did you choose the bolt instead? Is it harder or easier to change the height with the bolt than it would be with the pipe? (And can you think of other issues -- pro or con -- to the bolt-vs-pipe issue?) A couple of people recommended using the bolt, but adding a pipe as a bushing. I haven't even figured out how that would even work (esp. with adjustable heights). Thoughts there? Also, some have recommended adding an off-center hole to the beams to make it easier for people of different weights (e.g., big sister / little sister) to seesaw together. Any thoughts on that? I'm about to start on one of these for my granddaughters, so I'm excited to hear from you on this. I just really admire your design and workmanship! Fabulous job!
Thanks Tim. The foam on the seat has held up fine, but I did have to change the fabric the 3rd summer after making it. But I think that was because I used cheap fabric. As for using a galvanized pipe as a channel for the bolt.... I think it’s unnecessary. It’s kinda cool, and might make you feel more accomplished if you do that, but in reality it doesn’t make it function any differently. Your last question about adding more off centered holes.... I’ve had people tell me they’ve done that and liked it. My experience is that the other holes might be used a couple times, but not much. People just don’t want to take the time to loosen a bolt, move it, and reattach a bolt before they start playing. So 99% of the time it will stay in the same position. I’m glad you like it. Hope your grandkids have lots of fun.
Made this yesterday, took my just about 3 hours. Thank you my little cousins love it!
Simplest BEST explanation I have seen. Love it
Instructions not clear. Ended up killing a feminist and an atua worshipper because they saw me build it.
Super cool! Well done, Dad! I think I'm going to try this for my daughter. Thanks for posting!
That was savage AF Jaimes !! Thanks for making this super simple! My kid just asked me what a see saw was and I noticed the local parks dont have this particular amenity anymore. I showed her this video and now im obligated to make one. Cheers from 2020!!
Haha. That's awesome. Hope they like it.
@@mrjaimeslewis Hello, Jaimes. Any other DIY videos? Loved your great explanation!
Thank you. I am new working with wood but i feel excited and confident by the way you explained each step
Glad you liked it. Hope yours turns out well.
Amazing job Jaimes! Very well made and easy to follow. I need to get a miter saw so I can make awesome projects like this.
i got me a circular saw. and clams. because i don't do a lot of projects and it is easier ti storage.
Why would you dislike this video? It's brilliant 👏
My kids would love this project!
I think I can do this. Thank you. My only changes would be to water seal prior to screwing everything together.
Great idea.
Thanks so-o-o much! I needed this video to help me with my science project!☺
S e e S a w
Really love ur project it would be easy to follow though.
Thank you sir!
Thank you, very easy to understand.😊
Do you have the material list? Cant seem to find the website
Made some improvements by attaching springs (hammock) for balance and cushion underneath the seats for younger kids to ride safely.
Awesome! I’d love to see a picture.
I just finished building it and my siblings love it, its honestly really cool.
Awesome! Glad you like it. Would love to see a picture of it
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I’m making it for my goats
Hi Jaimes ! great project! i want to one myself for my kids but there is one thing that is holding be back. I can only find lumber in this size: 6 inches x 1 inch x 10 feet. Do you think it will do is it too thin?
I think 1X material is too thin. You'd have a rough time trying to use that unfortunately. ☹️
@@projectswithjaimes4438 Thanks!
Done ,March 4 2020 1:15min thanks!!!
Well done... That is very fast
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What size hole did you drill for the 5/8" x 10" coach bolt?
If I remember right, it was 11/16. It's not super critical to have a certain size hole for that. Just as long as you can fit it through, without being too overly large.
@@projectswithjaimes4438 I am attempting to build this for my kiddos this weekend. I am a stay at home mom and do as much myself as I can but I am a bit nervous to make this. In the video I thought you said 3/4" wood drill bit but then in this comment I noticed you are saying it was possibly 11/16? Just wanted to double check if it was a 3/4" wood bit ? Also, for the dowel, if I use a 1" dowel would I use a 1" drill bit? Sorry if these questions are silly but I am very new to this! Thank you so much for making this video - it is extremely helpful! Sarah
@@Maymay1234-y1i Hi Sarah. I would go by what I say in the video... However, if you are changing the sizes of things like the dowel... Just drill through a little scrap of wood first and check that the dowel fits not too loosely. With the bolt, it really just matters that it will fit through the hole. If the hole is a size too big on that, it's not the end of the world. Good luck and stay safe with those tools. I would love to see a picture of it afterwards!
What length are the main beams, please? I’ve located 2x6 Tanalised timber here in the U.K. which are 5.75 x 1.75 finished.
The main beams are 10 feet long. You can change that up a bit if you want, but that is the length I think works best.
Hi there, what type of wood holds up best for this application?
The wood that holds up the best is pressure treated. But some people don't like their kids playing on pressure treated wood. Then cedar would be next. But it's a bit more difficult to get. Then redwood. But honestly, if you put a coat of weatherproofing on it, you can use anything. I used standard Douglas fir, and it's held up fine for over 3 years now.
@@projectswithjaimes4438
Thanks James,
I’m not sure what I will use. I’ll compare the cost and make a decision based on that.
Ron
3 x 2x6 shore 2 inch 3 times is 6 inch not 4 and half lol 😆
I keep forgetting that many people don’t know that 2X6’s are actually only 1.5” x 5.5”. Been that way for half a century now.
I probably should have said something in the video😁
@@projectswithjaimes4438 haha I dint no that learn sumet new every day cheers for that am guna have a go at making one my self for ma little lad 😉
Hey! Would love to make an adult sized one! Would you be able to provide measurements and materials required please? 😀
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this is amazing see saw. what is is the estimated weight this cam hold? can a 200lbs adult sit on each sit? Big kids also want to enjoy see saw :)
Just letting the diy’ers out there know it costs about $70 to make this seesaw according to 2021 Home Depot lumber and hardware prices
2021 is an expensive year for lumber!
Yeah, but it's still cheaper than trying to buy a new seesaw. Checked into that and I think we'll just stick with building one!
@@thecampercook agreed, that’s why I built my own. My son loves it
Thank you for sharing this project! My kids and I built it together. They will probably remember the process way more than the product. Thank you!
Thank You so much for this detailed video.
Looks good. but what about rounding the edges over with a router? Sharp [90 degree] edges and small foreheads coming into contact worry me.
Just made this tonight. Super details in video and description details (loved the materials list. Thanks so very much.... will be making more!
Thank you very much for your extremely well detailed instructional video! I've had to make several of these for everyone that sees mine
Truly enlightening thank you.
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Hey,
Thanks great tutorial, I just finished building it. The detail on measurements was awesome, unfortunately with coronavirus closing everything I have to make some custom home made seats.
When its more stable than you 😔
When it's more stable than your entire life...........
Material list and breakdown on his website listed below the vid. Thanks man!
I just built one for my kids, they can’t get enough of it. Thanks a lot for the idea.
Only thing different is
I used a single 4X4 for the main beam instead of two 6X2’s. I found out is cheaper to buy a 4X4 than two 6X6’s.
Also less labor. I just used a lag screw from the bottom up to attach the handle posts along with two 3” screws at 45deg from the top of the handle posts to the 4X4. Very solid also.
Used some of this quarantine-social distancing time to built it.
Cool! This can be modified in so many ways. Glad you figured out a variation that was better for you
I'm 47 now I want one I loved playing on the seesaw at school
😂 I'm 67 and I just made one for me and my grandson
The cushioning needed to be really warerproof
I rather pay him extra to make me one and send it to me
2nd video I chose to watch and 💥! Right what I was looking for to do for my 8 year old. 🤗
3 x 2 x 6 pieces = 4 1/2=???......I’m confused. What’s the finished dimensions of the planks as we need to order differently in the UK. If I order 2”x6” I need to know if it’s rough sawn or PSE (Planed Square edge) which will be much less.
Could you just clarify please? Thanks.
Just what I was thinking
I'm just noticing that I overlooked this question months ago... So sorry for the delay. In the States, a standard 2x6 is actually 1.5 x 5.5 inches. It's a pain really. It just needs to be wide enough to fit 3 pieces in there. Sorry for the confusion.
I'm attending University in Korea. Also, I'm a freshman who entered the Department of Mechanical Engineering. Actually, I am working on a design project to build a catapult with my team. And your video has inspired us...!! Thank you very much.
Very cool! I am so glad that I was able to help you in some little way. I hope your project succeeds!
Solid build plan. Worked out great! Kids love it! Thanks!
AMAZING that's its absolutely impossible to find just the very basic instructions of making a tiny seesaw's hinge or middle section. The part that makes it swing up & down. They're all giant seesaws with a ridiculously long instructional guide on how to a make a FRKN BOARD with SEATS. We know THAT. All we have to do is look at a single photo of that. Or recall memory from parks as a kid. We all know it's a BOARD WITH 2 SEATS. What most of us don't know tho, is how to make the hinge part. I'm sorry I'm in a mood, just frustrated. Sorry. If it's any consolation, out of the 100s of videos & tutorials yours was the only one that actually was easy to follow & short & most descriptive.
i love this i have made 5 of them thank you bill colligan
Love this. One question is drilling a 3/4 hole and using a 5/8 Bolt. Is that for play? Is the 1/8 difference recommended?
How many 2x6x10 are there
Awesome video brother, tomorrow I’m off and I’ll be making this for my girls. Hope life is treating you well, thanks again 🫡
Can you please do a run down on your shop setup/organization ?
Fa’afetai lava/thank you.
I'm on my second one. Never stained the first, so it rotted after a few years. Two seats on each end with 12' of 2x6. Even adults loved it. It's always a hit when we have company. About to burn the first one.
Glad you like it. My kids are still using the one I made in the video, although I've had to sand it down and re-seal it one time .
Great Saturday project. I used an additional hole 3” off center to account for my kids being different weights.
Brilliant
Just built one for my kids. Thank you for the detailed instructions. They love it!
What is the maximum weight capacity per seat? I am thinking to build one for adults ...
Hi Yiwen. Sorry, I really don’t know the weight capacity.
@@projectswithjaimes4438 Thank you for your quick response! Did you try to sit on it? I’m not sure whether it can bear the weight of 2 adults.
@@CTT36544 yes, we have adults use it often. I just don’t know how much it will hold😀
@@projectswithjaimes4438 thank you!
How much weight can this hold?
haha using this to make a ducking stool thx
this is excellent video! you included the dimensions of everything. I will make this one, on my way to get the wood , thank you so much
How do I make it adjustable so children of different sizes can use it together?
Very concise and informative video. You made it look easy enough for everyone! Thank you!
What about the cushions in the rain
I guess it depends on the quality of material you use. I had to replace the cushions after about 2 years.
Great video! Going to build it this weekend.
Thank you and your video was very useful for me well done bro
This is not a see saw. This is obviously a teeter totter.
Whats the difference?
Thank You
Really nice seesaw mate. Only thing is your centre gap would be 6inch not 4 and half. Nicely done tho
Thanks Wayne. I appreciate the compliment. In the States we call them 2x6’s... but they’re really only 1.5 x 3.5. They’ve shrunken over the years 😁
Awesome. I really like your idea. And best part is that you mentioned the details. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you for the detail instructions. I just made one for my kids and they love it!
Excellent video. Very didactic and easy to follow. Can't wait to start building my own!!! Mt.5:16
Thanks Charles!
Do you know how much weight this can hold?
Not completely sure. There are load charts out there that calculate the horizontal strength of 2x6's. I have not taken the time to find the load tolerances. I can tell you that we have had large adults on it without any problems. If you are concerned about it, maybe use 2x8's for the long supports instead of 2x6's.
Jaimes Lewis thanks!
Great video! How many 2x6x8 are needed?
Hey thank you. All the project details and all materials are on my website. ProjectsWithJaimes.com
@@projectswithjaimes4438 thanks! Keep up the great work!
Great job. Well done Sr.
Thank you for the video, super easy to follow. I am subscribing to your channel. Can’t wait to build this
Freddy, glad you like it. Enjoy!
🙋🙌 please where is your next project... we are waiting🙍🙏
You make it so simple. Thank you for this excellent video! I really appreciate that you included the dimensions of everything. I can't wait to make one for my kids for Christmas!!!
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Thank you for your video tutorial it’s very educational and very descriptive.
Glad it was helpful!
My teen son and I made this for the younger ones. It came out great! They love it and it was really easy. We made a great mom/son team and were proud of ourselves 😁
Question, what size drill but did you use for the center bolt ?
We used a big 1 inch bit
Anyone do this with an 8 foot board instead of 10?
That would work. Just be a little different feel to it.
Le falto poner traductor,subtítulos etc....no le entendí NADA
Es una buena idea poner subtítulos en mis videos. Gracias por la sugerencia
Stumbled upon this video after searching through quite a few PDF plans. Thanks!
Glad you liked it!
Great instructions!!! I have old saddles for the seats. What would you suggest to use to secure them??
Ooh. That sounds like a cool addition. I’m not sure because I would have to see them and how they sit on the wood, but I would definitely mechanically attach them (meaning screws or clamps, etc) as opposed to trying to glue them on.
Excellent job.
Thank you
Is there a link for a materials list?
Can adults use this?
Yes to both questions... ProjectsWithJaimes.com
@@projectswithjaimes4438 thanks bro
Amazing video.
Could 4x2 be used
Sure... You can alter it however you would like... Just won't be quite as strong if you use 2 x 4's
Also is it pre treated wood
I didn't use pressure treated. I chose to use standard lumber and treated it with colored water seal.
@@projectswithjaimes4438 I'm new to all this. Would there be anything wrong with using pressure treated wood?
Party Go Round... That would be fine. Just make sure you don’t use PT wood around anywhere you’ll be eating (cutting boards or table tops, etc). The chemicals used in PT lumber have a certain level of toxicity. It’s much safer these days than it used to be, so sitting/playing on it is fine, but eating on it is not.
I love this, and there are some things about yours (e.g., the padded seats) that I like about yours better than many others. I am concerned that in the high heat and humidity of where I live the fabric might not hold up, and the foam would get wet, soggy, and ruined. How has yours held up?
One question -- some other builders using a similar design used a pipe (e.g., galvanized) with end caps as the fulcrum. Why did you choose the bolt instead? Is it harder or easier to change the height with the bolt than it would be with the pipe? (And can you think of other issues -- pro or con -- to the bolt-vs-pipe issue?) A couple of people recommended using the bolt, but adding a pipe as a bushing. I haven't even figured out how that would even work (esp. with adjustable heights). Thoughts there?
Also, some have recommended adding an off-center hole to the beams to make it easier for people of different weights (e.g., big sister / little sister) to seesaw together. Any thoughts on that?
I'm about to start on one of these for my granddaughters, so I'm excited to hear from you on this. I just really admire your design and workmanship! Fabulous job!
Thanks Tim. The foam on the seat has held up fine, but I did have to change the fabric the 3rd summer after making it. But I think that was because I used cheap fabric.
As for using a galvanized pipe as a channel for the bolt.... I think it’s unnecessary. It’s kinda cool, and might make you feel more accomplished if you do that, but in reality it doesn’t make it function any differently.
Your last question about adding more off centered holes.... I’ve had people tell me they’ve done that and liked it. My experience is that the other holes might be used a couple times, but not much. People just don’t want to take the time to loosen a bolt, move it, and reattach a bolt before they start playing. So 99% of the time it will stay in the same position.
I’m glad you like it. Hope your grandkids have lots of fun.
@@projectswithjaimes4438 -- very insightful, and timely to boot! Thanks!