To ensure long life for your swing set, it is essential to maintain and clean the swing set periodically. It is essential to clean the swing set quite often to protect kids from infections. If you own a wooden swing set, it is essential to clean it after the winter season to get rid of bacterial or mildew growth. As they are very large sized, most of them neglect to wash them. If you are one among them, read this article to know simple cleaning tips.
The following is a simple four step process to clean your swing set:
1. Before you start to clean, soak the swing set for sometime by spraying with water. This will save you from the strenuous part of scrubbing.
2. After about an hour or two, clean the heavily soiled portions with a plastic scrub and rinse with water.
3. Once all the dirt is removed, clean it with a cleaner to disinfect it. Avoid using large quantities of harmful cleaners as any remains will harm the kid’s health. For metal swing set, it is essential to ensure that the detergents are non corrosive. Another aspect to be considered is the use of eco friendly cleaners if there is grass surrounding the swing set. To ease the cleaning process, it is recommended to go from top to bottom.
4. If the swing set is left without use for long period and if you notice any mildew growth rinse, it with a solution of chlorine water.
5. It is essential to do a final rinse with water to get rid of any remaining dirt or cleaner.
Precaution to be taken while washing
Avoid heavy scrubbing to prevent damage to the material of the swing set. Especially if it is a wooden set, it may result in damage of the finishing.
Care to be taken after washing
• Some manufacturers recommend using a sealer for swing set after each wash. In such cases, it is essential to use a sealer recommended by the manufacturer.
• If it is a wooden swing set, consider using a water proofing agent if required. If you live in a cool climate, it is recommended to use cedar swing sets that are resistant to mildew growth and resistant to water damage.
• Paint the metal swing set if required.
• Cover the swing set with a large canvas or polythene sheet when unused to prevent damage from rain or snow.
After the entire cleaning process is done, it is recommended to check the swing set for all the fixtures and any damages. Tighten any lose screws or nuts. If there are any sharp edges due to damage, repair them. If it is a pine set, it is quite common to find cracks. Hence, make a thorough check and do the needed repair. Now your swing set is ready to use. Regular maintenance of the swing set not only ensures your kids safety but also helps to have a good resale value.
One last suggestion is to purchase a best quality swing set that demands less maintenance.
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