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Play With The Kids By Building A Playground In Denver

Summer is upon us and it's the perfect time to get outside and enjoy the beautiful Denver weather. Playground swing sets, slides, sandpits and jungle gyms make wonderful memories for both kids and parents alike. Taking your child to the local playground can hold so many memories as a family. However, think of how many memories would be made if you and your children could locate, purchase and install the fun area at your own home. It will undoubtedly hold many memories for many years to come.

When turning your backyard into a childhood haven, the first thing to do is to look at the area you have to work with. It's important to decide what size of area you have, and how much of your backyard should be used. There are many companies in Denver who can come out, look at your space and talk with you about what you are looking for. Do you want a simple swing set or do you want something more elaborate? Colorado is home to many great options, such as swing sets, forts, jungle gyms and trampolines.

Below are a few local stores that can help you with this fun family-oriented project:

Backyard Adventures
2885 S. Santa Fe Drive
Englewood, CO
(303) 872-6402
www.backyardadventuresdenver.com

Hours: Call to set up an appointment.

Backyard Adventures is a family owned business in Denver that carries forts, jungle gyms, trampolines and playground equipment. All of the items are made with the highest quality materials and are specially designed for the safety of your children. The company will even help you with installation.

Tramp Master, Inc.
1865 W. 12th Ave.
Denver, CO  80204
(800) 553-1402

Hours:  Call to set up an appointment

Tramp Master has been manufacturing trampolines in Denver since 1991. All of the items are purchased from the United States and the company carries any trampoline imaginable for your individual wants and needs. Tramp Master carries trampolines and even foam pits for tots and will provide safety nets to prevent falls. Beware that the tot tramps have a 75 pound weight limit, so don't be tempted to hop on with your kids.

Backyard Dreams
5370 N. Broadway
Denver, CO  80216
(303) 868-9916
www.backyard-dreams.com

Hours:  Call to set up an appointment

Backyard Dreams is a Colorado family owned and operated business. It carries play sets, trampolines and can install and set up your playground in the backyard. The safety of your children is the most important priority, so installers will even come to your home to do a professional inspection of your playground.

Children's Playstructures & Recreation
9892 Titan Park Circle, Unit 1
Littleton, CO 80125
childrensplaystructures.com

Hours: Call to set up appointment

Children's Playstructures & Recreation specializes in creating play environments for children that are durable, safe and affordable. For residential playgrounds, they offer vinyl swing sets, constructed of pressure treated wood and covered with a non-toxic, non-absorbent vinyl. These swing sets are available in white or ivory and are customizable, which saves time and money.

Alpine Companies
11757 West Ken Caryl Avenue, #F301
Littleton, CO 80127
(303) 797-8908
www.alpinecompanies.com

Hours:  Call to set up appointment

Alpine Companies, Inc. is a Colorado company that will pick up the play set or playground equipment you have purchased and install it right away. They are experienced with setting up all types of equipment including play sets, swing sets, trampolines, wooden play structures, sandboxes and tire swings. They can even help you design a customized playhouse or clubhouse.

Related: Best Parks For Kids In Denver

For more great tricks, tips and advice about your home, visit CBSDenver.com/YourHome.

Michelle Humphrey is a freelance writer living in Denver. Her work can be found here.


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