Is a DIY Swing Set Actually Worth It? (Honest Review)

This DIY swing set has become my kids’ favorite thing I’ve built this year! We didn’t want another basic swing set, but we also didn’t want to spend thousands on a bigger playset. Here’s what I built, what it cost, and the post-spacing mistake I’d avoid next time. It isn’t perfect, but seeing the kids enjoy it makes me glad I gave it a go. MATERIALS & COSTS • Four 6×6×12-ft ground-contact treated posts: $214.00 • Twelve 2×6×10-ft treated boards: $160.80 • Six 50-lb bags of QUIKRETE: $24.00 • 3-inch deck screws: $30.00 • Gorilla Wood Adhesive: $5.68 • Two heavy-duty angle brackets: $72.00 • Two swing seats: $70.00 • Two swing-hanger sets: $88.00 • Trapeze swing bar and chains: $27.00 • Kids’ rope swing: $28.00 TOTAL MATERIAL COST: $719.48 These are the prices I paid. Current prices may vary. PARTS I USED (These are not affiliate links) • Angle brackets: https://a.co/d/0gjbRUrU • Swing seats: https://a.co/d/02vDJlY7 • Swing hangers: https://a.co/d/08MKKI30 • Trapeze swing: https://a.co/d/0j11UARM • Rope swing: https://a.co/d/0eLNtZ6j Subscribe to Not Quite A Pro for real DIY projects, honest mistakes, and lessons learned along the way. This video shares my experience, rather than step-by-step building instructions. Follow manufacturer guidance and have uncertain structural connections checked by a qualified professional. #DIYSwingSet #BackyardDIY #NotQuiteAPro