Building a sandbox for your child sounds like a great idea at a glance. But, when you start to research how best to go about it, the downsides, and what kind of sand to use, things start to get a little more complicated. There are some definite downsides to sand (which we’ll cover briefly below). … Read more
If you’ve shopped around for a sandbox, you’ve probably noticed that most pre-made sandboxes are built with a bottom or floor. But if you’ve decided to build your sandbox yourself rather than purchasing one online or from a store, you may be wondering if it’s really necessary to add a bottom. A sandbox doesn’t necessarily … Read more
Sandboxes are one of the best ways to provide your children (and their playmates) with hours of outdoor activity, motor skill development, and imaginative expression. Unfortunately, they’re not exactly the most sanitary of places. In some cases, they can even become populated by harmful bacteria, fungi, parasites, insects, or other nasty surprises left by animal … Read more
Sand is one of the most popular sandbox materials because it is inexpensive and easy to find at any hardware store. However, sand has some downsides that may send parents on a journey to find an alternative. For example, sand may get tracked indoors inside shoes, pockets, or stuck to the skin. Some sand may … Read more
Protect your child’s sandbox from winter’s wrath with these simple steps. Learn how to winterize your toddler’s sandbox to ensure it’s ready for spring.
For some home projects, you can often find a better deal if you do it yourself, provided you have some basic DIY skills. But is that the case with sandboxes? In this blog post, we will explore whether or not it’s cheaper to build or buy a sandbox for your backyard. We will cover things … Read more