Building a sandpit - what should be considered?
- Location
- Underground
- building instructions
If you make sure that you set up the sandpit correctly from the start, you will be spared a lot of trouble and work later.
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The right location
Pick a good location for the sandpit from the start. It should not be in direct sunlight so that the children can play in it undisturbed in summer. If you don't have a suitable space, set up a sandpit with a roof or a shade sail.
Close to trees is an inconvenient location for building the sandpit, as many petals in spring and foliage in autumn litter the sand. You will then have to clean the sand frequently. In addition, the roots of the tree can damage the structure.
Keep in mind that it is not so easy to move a sandpit around - unless you have opted for a movable model. In the best case scenario, the sandpit can be left in place until the children have grown too big for it.
Provide a good underground
Do not place the sandpit directly on the lawn. The grass grows through the sand so you have a lot of work to do with it.
The terrace is well suited as a substrate. If you choose a location where the sandpit is directly on the lawn or soil, place weed control (€ 28.90 on Amazon *) underneath. This not only keeps the weeds out, but also prevents ants from colonizing the sandpit.
Eliminate danger to children
When assembling the sandpit, follow the instructions exactly. Make sure that all parts are securely screwed or mortised together. Countersink screws so that children cannot injure themselves.
Tips
You can also sink the sandpit directly into the ground. However, this requires some digging work. In any case, lay a fleece or a wooden floor at the bottom.
