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Make Your Own Sandbox

by Lynne Bertrand

This sandbox is irresistible to kids and built to last

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The perfect sandbox is one that draws a crowd of kids all summer and that calls to mind the greatest of all play sites: the beach. What makes the difference between a good sandbox and a bad one? Be sure the site is right. Build it big. Add wide seating. Hide the toys. Cover it well.

The 7- x 10-foot model we built isn't cheap—about $300 plus sand—but is irresistible to kids and built to last. It features comfy seats, sturdy lids, a toy box and ample elbowroom. Even parents will enjoy, sitting out there, feet propped up as the kids play. You can easily spend less money on our design with a few modifications (see Money-Saving Ideas in the Preliminary Planning section.)

Lynne Bertrand is a contributing editor at FAMILYFUN.

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IN THIS ARTICLE:

	Intro
	Preliminary Planning
	Building Step-by-Step
	Materials
	Cutting Your Lumber

Make Your Own Sandbox

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