How to Build an A-Frame for a Swing

How to Build an A-Frame for a Swing - Free SketchUp Plans

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To View the SketchUp 3-D plan document, first download the free SketchUp Viewer here: www.sketchup.com/products/ske... Then after you have the viewer, you can download the swingset plans here: drive.google.com/file/d/1ubYd... Once downloaded you will be able to view a 3-D model of the swingset. If you have the SketchUp program then you will be able to edit the plans as well. The plans are free to use, modify and alter!
Learn how to build an A-frame for a swing. You can use this a frame design to build any swing that you want. This wooden A-frame build is very affordable and easy to construct if you have some basic tools lying around. With this a-frame design, you can build a swingset with multiple swings or a smaller A-frame for a single porch swing. Overall, this video will teach you how to build a wooden frame to hang a swing from.
#woodenswing #diyswing #Swingset
Material List:
- Pressure Treated Pine Lumber
x4 - 4"x4"x10'
x1 - 4"x6"x12'
x4 - 2"x4"x8'
- Exterior Grade Hardware:
x20 - 4" Lag Screws
x28 - 2½" or 3" Deck Screws
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@ohKLN Ай бұрын

Your video helped me build my very own in about 5 hours. I went with 4x4x8 and 4x6x8 instead of the 10’s for the size I needed and it works great!

@AlienInferno Жыл бұрын

Just finished building an A frame from your plans. I'm using mine in the garden to tie up tomatoes. My old one got busted up in a storm. Thanks.

@ironmountain7907 Жыл бұрын

Awesome build, I’ll be hanging a heavy bag from my A-frame! Thanks for the help.

@sheilareed518 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, looks great.

@_Shopfix 2 жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome! I wish you the best of luck on your future projects, and thank you for supporting the channel!

@clifffoltz651 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome build !!

@_Shopfix Жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy!

@Rob-Heaston Жыл бұрын

Outstanding work bro! Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

@_Shopfix Жыл бұрын

No problem! Glad I could help!!

@MIddlefish 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! My daughter is 7 months old and I want to build her a swing set nit go buy one! This video is perfect and now I will!

@_Shopfix Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@matthewdewitt4654 3 жыл бұрын

Just finished mine today, thank you so much for the assist. The kids love it!

@_Shopfix Жыл бұрын

That’s awesome! Is it still holding up well?

@pickoutdoorgear6618 2 жыл бұрын

Love this!

@_Shopfix 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I wish you the best of luck on your future projects, and thank you for supporting the channel!

@khmer.ballroom Жыл бұрын

Thank you 👍

@nealfortner1403 2 жыл бұрын

I Built bigger for swing set and also smaller for bench swing I made. Was easy build and to budget. Only thing I would add is, 5° angle on lower of posts with 30° to set flush to pad on ground. Also concrete blocks under posts to keep from quick rot. But really was a nice simple build :)

@_Shopfix 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the extra tips!

@Robertdowneyjrs273 3 жыл бұрын

Very nicely explained almost everything. You are marvellous.

@_Shopfix Жыл бұрын

I appreciate the positive comment, thanks!

@healthpromotionwithmusic 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@_Shopfix 3 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome! Take care.

@yuschampion 3 жыл бұрын

Great work we just made one also, it's so satisfying rather then buying one

@_Shopfix 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment, it certainly is! I checked out your build on your channel too, nice work!

@chrisboynton8848 Жыл бұрын

Is the 5 Degree angle on the 4x6? thats where I lost track of what you were doing, Other than that, I plan on using this plan over the weeknd!

@carmelojeronimo8497 2 ай бұрын

Nice

@gnimelfuap 2 жыл бұрын

Oh my. I get the idea that you really know how to build swings. The first few seconds of the video showing how the parts all go together is great. Thankfully it’s all I need. I made the mistake of trying to watch the rest. Following the steps was hilarious. Especially going from clamping the top to next putting on bottom braces. The video really confused me.

@_Shopfix Жыл бұрын

Well that is awesome that you are that naturally mechanically inclined you didn't need the whole video!

@Hand-i-Craft Жыл бұрын

Great tutorial and thanks for the sketch up plans as well. Could I just ask what is the overall height of the frame? Couldn’t spot that on the SketchUp plan. Many thanks from Liverpool, England 👍👍

@_Shopfix Жыл бұрын

Hey, thanks! The total height of the frame from the ground to the top of the cross beam is 102”. From Liverpool, England, that’s awesome thanks for sharing 👍

@jaijason8150 Жыл бұрын

I adjusted angles cause this thing was huge. Went 75 instead of 60. Wondering if that 5 degree angle at top to align legs would be the same?

@hobbsroy23 Жыл бұрын

Great tutorial. Thanks for posting this. I'm wondering where I can find the simple angle protractor you're using. Do you mind sharing the name of the brand or if you remember where you got it? It looks like a very simple one to use. Thanks!

@Kathyskollectables Жыл бұрын

I am sure big box stores have them, also Amazon would have them. They have everything!

@_Shopfix 2 жыл бұрын

To View the SketchUp 3-D plan document, first download the free SketchUp Viewer here: www.sketchup.com/products/sketchup-viewer/downloads Then after you have the viewer, you can download the swingset plans here: drive.google.com/file/d/1ubYd9bZS7j4c951HdNFeKcQA4f5840Hw/view?usp=sharing Once downloaded you will be able to view a 3-D model of the swingset. If you have the SketchUp program then you will be able to edit the plans as well. The plans are free to use, modify and alter!

@joannabrelstaff8011 3 жыл бұрын

Great video thank you. Question How deep and wide is the base of the finished swing ?

@_Shopfix Жыл бұрын

I have recently uploaded sketchup plans that have all of the measurements, sorry it took so long.

@johnmichaelhoyt9340 Жыл бұрын

how tall is the a frame? any idea what length of chain I would need for the seat? great video! thank you guys so much I am making this for my stepson for christmas.

@_Shopfix Жыл бұрын

Check out the plan documents in the description 👍

@michaelmenegakis4597 Жыл бұрын

What were the 3" wood screws for?

@bobbbobby7635 Жыл бұрын

Why do the A-frames lean in 5 deg from plumb, is that to help minimize racking?

@cookie920211 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video. I am just wondering if we need to dig hole and make a concrete post for the A frame? How can we make sure that the A frame will not be moving around but fixed to the ground? Thanks very. It is a very educational video.

@_Shopfix 2 жыл бұрын

Swing-set anchors will do the trick. Another important aspect is making sure the swing set is level. The leveling of the swing set will help it to not fall over, anchors will help as well. Concrete posts are not quite necessary.

@galtigjtokay5318 2 жыл бұрын

Is it okay to replace the lag screws with bolts? Would it have the same strength?

@_Shopfix 2 жыл бұрын

Bolts would be stronger as long as you installed them correctly with the right washers, etc. If you used bolts instead it could also be disassembled and rebuilt easier. I chose lag screws for simplicity.

@richardadamo7695 3 жыл бұрын

What is the angle cut for the side to side support? I’m guessing 60 degrees but not sure.

@DocFeelGood4 2 жыл бұрын

Really wish this got answered

@keelynicholas2547 2 жыл бұрын

60. No matter how wide the legs go another board sitting flush will be 60

@_Shopfix Жыл бұрын

I have recently uploaded sketchup plans that have all of the measurements, sorry it took so long.

@brumbritt 2 жыл бұрын

what if you want to build af bench swing. does the frame work for that as vel?

@_Shopfix 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, definitely!

@cam975 2 жыл бұрын

How much weight could this hold? Is there a way to calculate that? Is there a way to make it hold more weight safely?

@_Shopfix 2 жыл бұрын

My best estimate would be 300 pounds!

@Delphisteve 3 жыл бұрын

Those spas screws are rated for interior

@milansredojevic318 3 жыл бұрын

Quico question, why are you cutting the top board with the angle of 5? Why can't you put it straigth like it is?

@vlast3k 3 жыл бұрын

i believe to get some trapezoid structure and reduce side-by-side shaking, in addition to the cross-beam

@Jaireetbrar 3 жыл бұрын

Yes because the legs are not right angled to floor like I they are like a / \ , so they make a good contact at 5 degrees. If that makes sense.

@_Shopfix 3 жыл бұрын

None of the boards are cut at a 5 degree angle, the legs are simply angled at a 5 degree angle instead of going down straight to the ground. This helps stabilize the swing set and I believe makes it more structurally sound with less side to side wobble.

@ya00007 9 ай бұрын

Surely the 60 degree angle is the bottom and the 30 degree angle is the top of each leg?

@ProjectsWithPaul 3 жыл бұрын

👍🏻

@_Shopfix 2 жыл бұрын

thank you for supporting the channel!

@brenna5077 3 жыл бұрын

Curious about how much it costs to make it this way vs using the metal brackets?

@choppinblock3179 3 жыл бұрын

I just looked up the cost of a set of metal brackets that were $175 shipped.

@keelynicholas2547 2 жыл бұрын

You can get a set of brackets for $50 give or take depending on brand at lowes

@apostolicway2604 2 жыл бұрын

I’m more concerned with which is “better” brackets or like this.

@_Shopfix Жыл бұрын

I’ve looked up a pair of brackets to be about 70 to 120 dollars depending on the quality and the brand. I think both the bracket design and the wooden A-frame design are fairly similar in durability and strength.

@cnm7481 23 күн бұрын

Și l-ai îngropat?

@aintgotnohandledog 2 жыл бұрын

I want to build a swing that will have 2 large round disc chairs. Approximately 40 inch across. Will need to beef up the weight limit and hoping for a little advice from you. Thx in advance. Hope you reply soon, you know how the ladies can become impatient at times. Lol. Mines past that point. Due to the fact she want the kitchen cabinets painted first. Somebody gottsta helps me...

@_Shopfix 2 жыл бұрын

To make the swing set hold more weight you can just use larger dimensional lumber. Perhaps a 6x6 for the top beam instead of a 4x6 and then 4x6 for the legs instead of 4x4s. That would be my thought to add strength. You’ll likely need to get longer screws as well.

@aintgotnohandledog Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your reply. I really appreciate yall. Gonna see what I can mess up soon.

@aintgotnohandledog Жыл бұрын

Hello again. I'm a bit sketchy on anything I do and need advice again. To make our Swing stronger I decided to increase the lumber size as well as the fasteners. Using 6x6 for beam, 4x6 for legs and 2x6 crossbraces. 3/8 x 6 lags, 5/16 x 4 structural screws. With 4x6 legs and 60 degree cut along the 6 or (5 1/2) side, the length of the cut is quite long (approx. 10") leaving a lot of open area for a feeble mind like mine. Would you cut the angle leaving thicker stock at the top to locate beam at the 5/8 mark below the angle? Or install beam closer to top leaving a gap at the bottom? Sure appreciate any help on this.

@_Shopfix Жыл бұрын

@@aintgotnohandledog Hey, trimming off some of the angled board at the top leaving you with the thicker stock at the bottom of the angle is a great idea 👍

@aintgotnohandledog Жыл бұрын

@@_Shopfix Thx again. I do really appreciate your advise. This Swing frame is gonna be around for many years.

@windturbinerockstar 2 ай бұрын

Legit

@kayleighjones3004 3 жыл бұрын

Are the measurements for 1 “A” frame or 2? Xx

@originalfallinggirl 2 жыл бұрын

Can I use my jigsaw?

@_Shopfix Жыл бұрын

You can certainly try, might need something more powerful though.

@SpynCycle57 Жыл бұрын

A problem I see is that you are putting the entire weight of the top beam, swings, and kids all on some screws holding the top 2x4 braces. The shear strength of those screws isn't enough. If you had notched the uprights and placed the 2x4 into the notches, you have much more strength, and safety.

@bhaaldemon3184 Жыл бұрын

Good point there Darrell, how would you suggest would be the best way to notch? Take half the material from the uprights, and half from the 2x4 to mate them? Then you could glue & screw into place, and the load would be dispersed evenly at three points rather than just the one yeah?

@SpynCycle57 Жыл бұрын

@@bhaaldemon3184 I would notch the 4x4 by 1 1/2 inches, none from the 2x4, which would allow the 2x4 to be completely recessed into the 4x4. Glue & screw.

@_Shopfix Жыл бұрын

First I’d say that notching the boards isn’t a bad idea at all and I appreciate the design modification! However, all of the weight isn’t resting on the 2x4 support. Most of the load is being held by the 12 lag screws that are going through the 4x4s and into the 4x6. You also have the crossbeams which are mounted with lag screws that are also supporting the load. The 2x4 top piece does provide additional support but it is more for assembly because it gives you a reference point to rest the 4x6 beam into place. I have this swing set in my backyard as it was designed and to this day haven’t had any problems! 👍 if you build this swing set and notch it, perhaps I can get a picture from you and add it to the description in case others want to add that to theres as well!

@Jason-mt2gf 11 ай бұрын

@@_Shopfix I used your plans to the letter and it is plenty strong. The load capacity is probably even much more than 300 lbs. I think the original poster missed the part of the video where you fastened the beam with those 4 inch lag bolts. Thank you so much for this video, it made my four year-old's day.

@MrOramato 2 жыл бұрын

Wait, my 60° ended up 90° to my 30°, so I cut them off and started over, by the time I got it right my swing was hanging 5’ off the ground. So I covered in corrugated aluminum and called it an A- frame dog house.

@_Shopfix 2 жыл бұрын

I’m sorry it didn’t quite go as you planned, that happens to me all the time but I just cut it out of the video and start over lol

@ionutbili 2 жыл бұрын

Hello. Do you have a drawing?

@_Shopfix 2 жыл бұрын

I just uploaded a 3-D SketchUp drawing

@dannynull4410 2 жыл бұрын

I am sorry but I can not read the material list on the video. The first part is cut off and I am color blind which also makes it more difficult for me to read. Can you provide the material list here? thanks for any help..

@galtigjtokay5318 2 жыл бұрын

Do you still need the info? I can write them here

@dannynull4410 2 жыл бұрын

@@galtigjtokay5318 thank you but I did find it.

@_Shopfix Жыл бұрын

the material list is in video description.

@aratanaenor 2 жыл бұрын

Where was this video 15 years ago when me, my dad, and my grandfather tried and failed to build a frame for my mom's old porch swing?

@_Shopfix 2 жыл бұрын

Oh no, I feel the same way about so many things I tried to do back in the day without KZfaq haha

@stormes28 2 жыл бұрын

I want to build a swing with no beam. Just two posts and a short L shape at the top to hang the swing. I found an L pergola extension but not sure if can handle the weight and it won't bend. Any ideas?

@_Shopfix Жыл бұрын

I am not sure, and I wouldn't want to give any advice in which I don't understand or cannot see the pieces you are referring to. Best of luck with your future projects!

@kristianruffin6242 2 жыл бұрын

Oh man! This looks so doable BUT im SO confused! 😕 what would something like this cost to have made?

@_Shopfix 2 жыл бұрын

I think buying a pre made swing set would be better than hiring someone to build this model. The cost savings is definitely in the diy aspect of this build.

@judynull979 2 жыл бұрын

Do you have a material list and or a set of PDF plans?

@_Shopfix Жыл бұрын

material list is in video description and I just uploaded sketchup plans!

@GunninWizard 2 жыл бұрын

Can an adult over 256 swing on this?

@_Shopfix 2 жыл бұрын

Not at the length in this video as I used a 12 foot cross beam. The shorter the cross beam the more weight it will hold. So if it’s a single swing on a 4-foot cross beam I’d say you’d have no problem!

@dannynull4410 2 жыл бұрын

Is there a mate

@_Shopfix Жыл бұрын

What?

@olgalimpin Жыл бұрын

Olga’s Garden

@aclive2022 9 ай бұрын

what is that wall at the end of the miter station for? I designed this A-Frame design: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/kMWemrymsdmoook.html Please let me know what you think.

@_Shopfix 9 ай бұрын

I’m pretty sure you’re referring to the dust collection box that’s around the miter saw.

@blablabla5026 Жыл бұрын

Can u plz add metric system measures

@_Shopfix Жыл бұрын

Okay I’ll see if I can convert the measurements quickly to metric.

@kamikazexro Жыл бұрын

Dear God! Why don't you people evolve to the metric system already? Otherwise, a very solid looking frame. One of the best a saw online. I'll build it this summer for a big arse round thing.