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DIY Endeavor Wood Fort/ Swingset  Plans

 

Use my do-it-yourself plans to make this cool

fort/ swingset and beyond!

 

My Endeavor do-it-yourself wood fort/ swingset plan is featured in a Better Homes and Garden DIY book called, "Playsets". This design is also featured on the cover of the book. In the book, they refer to it as "Fort Frolic". I would have never come up with frolic!

I have to admit, it sounds fun! In your search for a good set of plans, keep in mind, you won't find another set of plans endorsed by Better Homes and Garden. 

 

Designed in my backyard for smaller yards.. The Endeavor was born in Houston, TX. ("Space City USA") It was named in honor of our American astronauts and the endeavors they represent in America. Once you see your child rocket to the moon, swing through the jungles of the Amazon, or find treasure in the sandbox, it will be easy to see how a playset can help your children develop imagination skills, confidence, coordination, and physical agility.

 

 

My Endeavor Do-it-Yourself Fort/ Swingset Plans

Do Not Include Lumber, Slide, or Hardware.

 

The Endeavor Fort Design Features:

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4' deck height with the ability to add more climbing features in the future.

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4' x 5' platform deck gives your kids 20 sq ft of elbow room.

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Over 6' headroom from deck to peak of canopy.

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Top rail is 8' high. Peak of canopy is 10'6" high. Conforms to most deed restrictions.

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Designed for an 8' slide and ladder instructions are included.

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Swingset add-on mounts at 7' for lots of swing action in a smaller area.

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Optional sandbox area or add a picnic table.

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All wood a-frame design with 4" x 6" swing beam.

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All recommended hardware is heavy duty 1/2" or 3/8" carriage bolt or hex bolt.

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Designed for durability, strength, and peace of mind.

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Easy to move. Breaks down into movable pieces and easy to reassemble.

 

The Endeavor Fort DIY Plan Features:

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Detailed drawings, color pictures, and text information.

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Safety information, useful tips, and hardware sizing charts.

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Tool list, hardware list, fastener list, and wood list.

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Add-on plans for a swingset will teach you to add 2, 3, or 4 swing positions.

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Easy to follow do-it-yourself add-on plans for a picnic table and inclined rock wall.

 

Slides, swings, and accessories are easy.. If you have a playground manufacturer close by, all components from other companies will fit my design. This can save you the costly expense of shipping a slide. You can also use slides and swings from Lowe's, Home depot, etc. You can also find everything you need on Ebay. Approximate build time 8-11 hours. Total cost using pressure treated lumber and accessories available from most home improvement stores will run $650-800.

 

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Would You Like Buy The Endeavor Fort Plans?

Order today for only $20.95 and get free shipping via e-mail in a

PDF format within 48 hours.

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I will be on vacation June 29 - July 8, 2009. Plans will not be delivered during this time. If you're wanting to build a DIY Endeavor Fort for the Fourth of July weekend, you will need to order plans no later than June 28, 2009. There will be no exceptions. Have a great Holiday!

 

Click on links below to see actual footprint and

recommended minimum use area

Endeavor Fort with no swings and 8' slide

Endeavor Fort with two swings and 8' slide

Endeavor Fort with three swings and 8' slide

Endeavor Fort with four swings and 8' slide

 

Just the ticket for the novice carpenter! My instructions show step by step, how to build a great playset for your family. I'll include plans for a swingset add-on, inclined rock wall add-on, and picnic table add-on.  I've refined my specs for maximum wood usage. You'll find there is little waste. The mental effort will be within minimal limits while the physical limits will be worth it when the kiddo's are swinging for the stars.

 

Any type of wood can be used. Check with your local lumber professional for types appropriate to your climate. Lumber cost will vary depending on the wood you choose. Please use the wood list to get approximate cost in your area. 

 

Would You Like Buy The Endeavor Fort Plans?

Order today for only $20.95 and get free shipping via e-mail in a

PDF format within 48 hours.

I will be on vacation June 29 - July 8, 2009. Plans will not be delivered during this time. If you're wanting to build a DIY Endeavor Fort for the Fourth of July weekend, you will need to order plans no later than June 28, 2009. There will be no exceptions. Have a great Holiday!

 

The Story of the Endeavor Fort

 

The Endeavor Fort/ Swingset had humble beginnings.. It was my first fort design. It was one of my typical frankenstein designs. Made up of spare parts from swingsets I'd repaired, it was made more for the purpose of making something from nothing rather than making a profit. I had to reverse engineer it based on the wood that was available. I thought it would be cool for my kid to play on. I spent days sweating in the hot Texas sun building this monstrosity. I removed nails, cut off broken ends, and selected wood with the end result in mind.  I put my heart in it... I routed the edges, pressure washed the parts, sanded and sealed the set... My son thought is was the coolest. I won't lie... I sold it. 

 

Don't hate... I sold it with the promise I would make a bigger and better one. (For more about that promise look at the Triton.) The family who bought that first frankenstein fort sent me a friend and I made another with new lumber.  Soon I made another and each time one was made, the design was refined. It didn't have such a noble name then. I called it the "fort". Over the years, I'd put together many DIY kits for families and found the instructions to be difficult at times. It occurred to me that knowledge was power! I could utilize my experience to write a plan for a clean, easy to build, easy to move, and inexpensive playset.

 

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Redwood Resource


United Lumber Co.

United Lumber Co. is a business that makes Houston feel like a small town. Redwood, cedar, or any type of wood. They want you to have the best lumber for your DIY project. Put the quality of service and product before the price.

Call Gilbert for information.

(713) 864-2644

 

 

Fastener Resource

 

Bolt Depot

Bolt Depot is an excellent source for fasteners for your DIY project.

You can trust these professionals. They want you to have the best hardware for the job and will ship anywhere in the U.S.

 

Support Small Businesses in the USA!

 

Rock Hold Resource

 

Steve at 3 Ball says to mention my website when you order and get 15% off.

Three Ball Climb Rocks! Enough Said!

 

Small Businesses in the USA needs your support.

 

Canopy Top Resource

 

Tri-el Industries

 

Contact Lynn Pereira for canopy tops made to fit my standard designs.

Forest Green and Blue are in stock and ready to ship.

Phone: 519-853-9595

Email:  lpereira@frankhellerco.com

 

Oops! These folks are from Canada!  Whatever.. They top my list! They make canopies just for my designs. They can make any type of top you want...

They also make sandbox covers..

 

Support Small Businesses in North America!

 

Installation Resource

 

Not the do-it-yourself type?

They install playsets in Houston, Austin, and Central Texas

They move, repair, assemble, disassemble, install any type of wood fort/ swingset you may have, no matter where you bought it.

 

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