@@ruthlesskumquat2918 Right, This Old House was on KETC channel 9 in St. Louis Missouri when I started watching the show in the early 1980s. Silva Bros. Construction.
Im looking to buy or build my own playset for my daughter. Seeing that lil boy smile was priceless! I cant wait to see my daughter's reaction when i get one set up for her!
I built a swing set today, got the inspiration from this video. It’s really not that hard! Final cost was about $800 but it’s strong enough to hang a car off of. One thing I’d recommend that I got off Amazon is the feet. They have a stake that drives into the ground and the 4x4 sits on a 6x6 rubber pad. I weight 300 lbs and I swung hard and even jumped and mine didn’t rock or wobble at all. 4x6 for top beam is a must.
This was epic! We bought a kit from Walmart that's similar but also includes a covered loft that was on sale for about $350. It took almost a whole day to assemble but it's sturdy and the girls still love playing on it years later.
I remember a lifetime ago, my then wife showed up at the house with a kit with the brackets. I then had to go buy the lumber and build it. It was one of my first serious DIY projects. It lasted for years until after we got divorced and the kids were too old and then she tore it down
I once saw one (and used it as a kid) that was super tall and made from telephone poles. That count? Also see the sport of Kiiking... professional 360 swinging.
Personally, I think Tom had more fun watching the kid enjoy his new swing set. As long as I've watched This Old House, Tom and Richard has a soft spot for kids.
Yup. I'm watching this video because I was informed that "your son needs a swingset"..... then I checked prices. $4,000 for a playset, are you insane? I'm going to DIY as much of it as I can.
Look on Craigslist and FB Marketplace. People sell them dirt cheap and even give them away after their kids outgrow them. I have a $5k set and paid $200. It's perfect.
You know what this swing set needs? Rocket boosters. Shoot that kid 300 ft in the air in a 1/4 of a second. Parachute back down. He'll be the envy of all the other kids.
No its not. They have atleast 3 neighbors staring down into their yard. That neighborhood looks awful with all those houses on top of each other like that. No privacy at all.
I understand using the screws for tensile resistance, but it seems odd to use screws to resist shear to hold up the platform. I'd want something that'll hold Charlie as a rowdy teenager... and 3 of his friends. So, bolts or at least nails.
I’m adding an old a-frame playset with 5’8” deck height to a new playhouse style playset with 6D’ deck height using a bridge or crawl tunnel. How can I raise the old a-frame deck 4”? Risers? Set it on top of 4x4s and secure ? Or do I just try to do a clatter bridge to connect the sets so that it’s flexible enough to attach to slightly different deck heights? Help!
I got Toms point about building a swing set,&no offense to Tom he did the job the old school way.(LOL) I don't know about every company,but the wood comes with the swing set,& you don't have to drill the holes cause the holes come predrilled.I used to work for the swing set company thats in the video.When a investment company bought us they screwed over the employees.5 or so years later The company bought a similar company like ours&moved the company from Wisconsin to Georgia.
Jesus what neighborhood is this? No privacy. That fence is a joke.... someone on the second floor can peep at you in the yard. Other than that. Great video.
I've been watching Tom and the guys build projects on tv since I was about Charlie's age. Thanks for the great content.
Me too growing up I always loved watching norm build sweet furniture
Me too my grandpa always had this on the tv
Same
@@ruthlesskumquat2918 Right, This Old House was on KETC channel 9 in St. Louis Missouri when I started watching the show in the early 1980s. Silva Bros. Construction.
same, this is heartwarming.
Seeing the joy on that kids face was inspiring.
This is super cute, you can see how happy Tom is with the little boy, so wholesome.
Tommy LOVES doing this for a little kid. That’s some legit enjoyment there.
What a sweet kid. He earned that swing in an instant.
Im looking to buy or build my own playset for my daughter. Seeing that lil boy smile was priceless! I cant wait to see my daughter's reaction when i get one set up for her!
Tommy, and all the other guys on TOH, are not only great craftsmen but men of character and compassion.
this brought a tear drop to my eye
I built a swing set today, got the inspiration from this video. It’s really not that hard! Final cost was about $800 but it’s strong enough to hang a car off of. One thing I’d recommend that I got off Amazon is the feet. They have a stake that drives into the ground and the 4x4 sits on a 6x6 rubber pad. I weight 300 lbs and I swung hard and even jumped and mine didn’t rock or wobble at all. 4x6 for top beam is a must.
I always feel so inspired to go build something after watching these, great work guys 👍
Man son would love that
This was epic!
We bought a kit from Walmart that's similar but also includes a covered loft that was on sale for about $350. It took almost a whole day to assemble but it's sturdy and the girls still love playing on it years later.
Well done!
Tom is the GOAT
If by goat you mean hack? I agree..
Charlie loves loves his new swingset
I remember a lifetime ago, my then wife showed up at the house with a kit with the brackets. I then had to go buy the lumber and build it. It was one of my first serious DIY projects. It lasted for years until after we got divorced and the kids were too old and then she tore it down
That ending made my day
You can tell Tommy has grandkids.
He does, I went to school with them
Connor G lol
maybe great grandkids at this point haha
Lovely day to build a swing set!
Kids smile well worth all that work !😀
Speed square for straight drilling. I know nothing. Thanks Tom Silva!
anyone who downvoted it, clearly didnt watch the final seconds.
Yes.
Yea Kevin’s face just seals the deal 😭
It’d be funny if tommy had to babysit while the couple built the swing
It looks like Chahlee likes it!
Can you guys build an adult swing set? Kids never use theirs and they're always too small for adults. If I had a swing set my size, I would use it!
Withered Perception Hahahaha
I once saw one (and used it as a kid) that was super tall and made from telephone poles. That count?
Also see the sport of Kiiking... professional 360 swinging.
Withered Perception haha YES, a adult swing set! Last time I tried a child swing set, I broken the dam swing ;-;
@@kamilkuzmicki1687 Nothing better than a swing snap followed by involuntary ass to ground contact!😂
Calmate
happy to see you guys didn't try to white wash the swing set . good job
How exactly does one "whitewash" a swingset?
You mean skip steps? They certainly did
Personally, I think Tom had more fun watching the kid enjoy his new swing set. As long as I've watched This Old House, Tom and Richard has a soft spot for kids.
I enjoyed this episode, thanks for doing this
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Top tip: Always best keeping the swingset as far away from your own house and as close to the neighbours as much as possible.
bother thee and not me!
Pro tip!
Why? Can you please explain? Thanks.
How do you stop a swing set from squeaking? It is a metal A-Frame with chains attached for the swing. I oiled it and still squeaks like crazy.
Jim: Come over
Tommy: I can't, I'm not in Colorado
Jim: I need help building a swingset
Tommy: 8:14
Did you mount the swing loops turned 90 degrees so the bushings slide rather than rotate? If so, they're probably worn out by now.
Any idea how much the wood costs for this kit
Charley approved.
😎
Great Man
Building is the only option as these companies want 5k for a playground...
Yup. I'm watching this video because I was informed that "your son needs a swingset"..... then I checked prices. $4,000 for a playset, are you insane? I'm going to DIY as much of it as I can.
Look on Craigslist and FB Marketplace. People sell them dirt cheap and even give them away after their kids outgrow them. I have a $5k set and paid $200. It's perfect.
How big was that playgroup set? We want to install one in our house but our yard is small
Fun fact: The Home Depot mascot was modeled after a young Tom Silva.
That's amazing!
Love it! Thank you :)♡♡♡
Haha. Yep Toms definitely a grampa
You know what this swing set needs? Rocket boosters. Shoot that kid 300 ft in the air in a 1/4 of a second. Parachute back down. He'll be the envy of all the other kids.
That's a nice back yahd !
Just don't pahhk your cahhh bahk there.
No its not. They have atleast 3 neighbors staring down into their yard. That neighborhood looks awful with all those houses on top of each other like that. No privacy at all.
I understand using the screws for tensile resistance, but it seems odd to use screws to resist shear to hold up the platform. I'd want something that'll hold Charlie as a rowdy teenager... and 3 of his friends. So, bolts or at least nails.
Structural 1/4 inch screws were used. These, in the correct orientation and amount effectively replace the need to use carriage bolts.
I’m adding an old a-frame playset with 5’8” deck height to a new playhouse style playset with 6D’ deck height using a bridge or crawl tunnel. How can I raise the old a-frame deck 4”? Risers? Set it on top of 4x4s and secure ? Or do I just try to do a clatter bridge to connect the sets so that it’s flexible enough to attach to slightly different deck heights? Help!
Beautiful
Great project, I would like to buy this kit for my grandson, where can I buy it? Thanks.
The home center
I got Toms point about building a swing set,&no offense to Tom he did the job the old school way.(LOL) I don't know about every company,but the wood comes with the swing set,& you don't have to drill the holes cause the holes come predrilled.I used to work for the swing set company thats in the video.When a investment company bought us they screwed over the employees.5 or so years later The company bought a similar company like ours&moved the company from Wisconsin to Georgia.
I want a swing set for me.
So I was wondering i know they use 4×4s as the legs, but didn't they also use 4×6s ?
Hi, Can i do the same project as a basement playground?
How long is the top beam?
Awesome
Thank you Tommy! Lol
I wish I knew he was here to visit him
Do looking after employees ?
How can I get you to come to Washington to build ours
Did anyone else notice at 3:20 that he left the swing swivel 90 degrees off?
Mint
I wish I would have used real wood to build. The kits are all junk small wood and would be nice to enjoy it with the kids.
2:00 Drive it home with a hammer
Ohh yeah
What brand of impact driver are they using?
Festool.
Interesting how they always say what city they're in, but not in this one, just Colorado.
Wouldn't that sink over time?
Yes, Charlie’s chunky but would sink that set
Which cordless drill do you guys use .
I'm not the guys, but it was a Festool.
@@markmoroe6902 thanks bro i have to buy one of these.
@@AliKhan-yj1ws A bit late, but keep in mind they only used the drill to make the holes. The used an impact driver to put the screws in.
@@RageDaug appreciated bro bought cordless imapct drivers. But they are Hilti
Only $100?
Can you please build one for me
“Under $100”?!?
…oh, this video was 5 years ago 😭
Just don't let him slide down the slide with polyester pants on!
Tommy is the MAN!
That was a regular 'five' not a 'high five'. Otherwise all good :)
grandpa tommy
He loves to bounce.
What backyard swing set can you buy for under $100????
That was just the hardware kit. The wood and slide cost extra.
It’s just the swing lol
Woodglut is a good solution for every woodworker.
How to build a prebuilt swing set? You mean assemble. Assemble. Or call it "How To Follow Basic Instructions."
how to whitwash a playset
Haha
Whitewash meaning making it bougie?
why isn't it anchored to the ground? at least pound in some stakes and bolt the frame to them
Nate Walkner that base is wide enough there’s no way it’s going anywhere
@@mattsnyder4754 better to overengineer than to pay for the emergency room when 2 swinging kids flip it
Because they are gonna anchor and level it on their own if you paid attention
@@DXSUCKIT1990 burying the back legs 2 inches into the ground isn't anchoring anything
It's very sturdy and the base is wide enough. Charlie is a toddler no more than 30/40 pounds. It would take a couple large adult men to flip it.
Step one: find anyone on the planet besides Tom Silva.
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Those are the chanciest cheapest looking swing Hangers I have ever seen in my life must be a yankee thing....
Jesus what neighborhood is this? No privacy. That fence is a joke.... someone on the second floor can peep at you in the yard.
Other than that. Great video.
This is assembling, not building IMO
if you cut the wood it's building
Also, they didn't quite follow directions... I'm pretty sure that rock wall wasn't part of the instruction manual.
They had to buy the wood separately so building
If you can't build a swing set you are not a f****** man
awww