Tips For Building Your Kid The Coolest Tree House Ever
What kid hasn’t dreamt of a cool tree house in which to hide from the adults, play all day, and have spooky sleep-overs? This backyard project might seem overwhelming, but it can also be a great family project. Plus, a tree house encourages kids to play outdoors, get some exercise, and use their imaginations. So what are you waiting for? Hall Honda Virginia Beach is ready to get you started.
Research tree house construction
There are many great ways to build a tree house, but they all include careful planning. Heading out with a hammer, some scrap materials, and a vague idea of a plan is just asking for accidents to happen. Instead, take the time to learn how to build a structure that will be safe for your kids. You might decide to build from a tree house kit or use the information you learn to draw your own designs. If you have any contractor friends, this is a great time to ask for a bit of advice!
Involve your kids in the project
Instead of building a tree house for your kids, plan on building it with them. Projects like this are a great chance for parent-child bonding, and working together will make the tree house more meaningful. Limit kids’ physical involvement to what they can do safely, but encourage them to contribute ideas throughout the process. Even young kids can come up with fun suggestions or help paint the inside when the tree house is done.
Choose the best tree or trees
Take a careful look around your yard to find the perfect spot for your new tree house. Remember that it’s best if your structure is not actually attached to the tree itself (it’s safer and better for the tree). Your tree house should have supports that raise it from the ground up into the tree. You can even build a free-standing structure between two trees, perhaps with balconies that reach out into the nearby branches.
Think about fun extras
When planning your tree house, think about additions that will make it really cool. How about a slide or a fireman’s pole to quickly reach the ground? Windows that close combined with a simple periscope let kids hide away while spying on the rest of the backyard—and don’t forget the space below the tree house. It could be the ideal spot for swings, a sandbox, or a kid-sized picnic table.
Consider hiring a professional
Unless you already have some construction experience, you might be more comfortable hiring a professional to build your tree house. If you do, look for a handyman or contractor who is friendly and willing to treat your kids’ ideas respectfully. Even when hiring outside help, you'll want the tree house to be a fun family project.