Do you have young children? Do you want them to have more time outside, but in a safe manner? Then, you need to create a kid-friendly backyard. Keep reading to learn how to.
Keep the Kids in View
While the kiddos are outside playing, you want to add a seating section that can view the entire backyard so you can keep an eye on your children. This is also a great way to create an entertainment zone for your family, friends or other guests that come over.
Add Lights
Make sure you and the kids can see even in the evening or night by adding lights to the backyard. You can call an electrician to add more light posts or lamps. Or you can take Christmas lights and wrap them around trees, playgrounds or other dark places.
Keep it Simple
While you can go all out and create a backyard play paradise, kids do not need a lot to be entertained. Instead, we recommend keeping your kid-friendly backyard simple. Only add items that you know your children will play with and that is easy to put away. As your kids grow, your backyard will continue to change.
Incorporate Nature
The kids are playing outside, so it is a great idea to incorporate nature as much as possible. There are many ways to incorporate nature. You can build a treehouse, add a sandbox or even install a rock wall.
Add Storage Options
Kids have a lot of toys, and you need to have a place to store all these toys once they finish playing. And the best place to put all these toys is an outdoor toy box, storage closet or shed. We recommend only keeping kid-friendly items in this area to keep your children safe. If you have to place other equipment or chemicals in the same area as the toys, we recommend adding a lock.
Build Shady Areas
Not all backyards have trees. And while your kids need fresh and sunshine, they can easily overheat or sunburn. That’s why you need to build shady areas or stations in your backyard. You can construct a small gazebo area or add pop-up tents to help create this shade. If you have even more room in your backyard and want an entertainment space, we suggest building a deck or patio with a roof.
By following the steps above, you can create a kid-friendly backyard. If you need help installing or building anything, call us today to book one of our skilled carpenters.
