For a good do-it-yourselfer, (almost) nothing is impossible. Since the slide surface is usually not built yourself but rather purchased, you can of course build a slide yourself in any shape you want, even with a curve.
How can I build a slide with a curve myself?
To build a slide with a curve yourself, either get a complete kit or building instructions and the required materials. Make sure that the accessories are TÜV-tested and work carefully according to the instructions. Prefabricated kits make assembly much easier.
You just need to get the appropriate component and the appropriate building instructions. However, it is also clear that you should have the necessary technical skills or competent help so that the play equipment is safe for your children to use.
Where can I get the necessary materials?
On the Internet and also in specialist stores you will not only find ready-made slides made from a wide variety of materials, but also accessories for so-called modular slides. Do you prefer a plastic slide or should it be a metal slide?
You can also build a slide with curves or waves. Make sure that you either buy a complete kit or the material for special building instructions. In addition, accessories for children's play equipment should always be tested by TÜV and have the appropriate seal.
How to build a slide with a curve yourself
If you have purchased a complete kit for a slide with a curve, then be sure to follow the assembly instructions. Once you have obtained building instructions, purchase the materials you need. You can get most of it from hardware stores, and maybe some from lumber stores as well. Special components such as the slide are probably best (and cheapest) to find on the Internet.
Do not under any circumstances change the dimensions of posts so that you can buy cheaper and do not replace components without the necessary experience. You may endanger the safety of your children when playing with and on the slide.
The most important things in brief:
- if you have little manual skills, use a prefabricated kit
- Select building instructions as an advanced craftsman
- Shopping materials
- work carefully according to the construction instructions
- slide to try it yourself
Tip
The easiest way to build a slide is with a prefabricated kit. In most cases, there is no need to saw the large components and all you need is a good cordless screwdriver (€114.00 on Amazon) for assembly.
