Solvej Board Swings - Black or White
Solvej is made to order and will take an additional 3-5 working days to be dispatched. Only ships in AUS + NZ.
A traditional attractive wooden board swing with profiled edges, made for the nostalgic.
This beautiful board swing is for indoors or out. Skillfully crafted from FSC approved and naturally durable timber.
The timeless natural design makes it an enduring classic you can be proud to hand on to future generations.
All our swings are proudly made in New Zealand with a business model to support local rural communities.
Being made of solid wood your swing will have natural colour and grain variations.
Note these are shipped to you direct from manufacturer.
The Solvej board swing is suitable for children from approximately four years old and has a maximum weight of 90kg.
This swing comes with our standard 9 year guarantee.
Please choose carefully - Solvej Swings are custom made to order. We are unable to accept returns on Solvej Swings.
Instructions
Hanging instructions Child + Board Swings
Swings can be mounted in doorways or/and on beams, ceiling joists, verandas, pergolas and swing stands or the like. Screw 2 screw eyes or eyebolts approx. 500mm apart with the holes in the eyes facing forward. It is important to have the eyes facing forward because then the carbine hook will roll and not grind in the eye. Having the ropes going wider apart as they go up helps the swing to swing strait. Adjust the height with the sliding ropelocks. The swings can be hung from a height of 3 meters without extension ropes
Check the ropes, hooks and eyes regularly for wear and tear. The sun gradually breaks down the fiber in all rope. A safety surface under the swing is recommended.
Where can I hang a swing?
There are many choices for hanging your swing either indoors or outdoors. You will need to be sure that the point of hanging is strong enough for the weight to be used in the swing and there is enough space around the swing for it to operate safely. With the appropriate hardware your swing may be hung from timber, concrete or a tree. Popular choices are inside from the ceiling, verandas, pergolas, trees and existing swing frames.
How can I hang my swing from a tree?
It is important to make sure that the branch you would like to hang the swing from is strong enough to take the weight of the person and the force of swinging. The branch needs to be horizontal to the ground so the swing will swing straight. Solvej Tree Hangers make it easy to hang your swing. Always check the hanging height to ground to make sure the ropes are long enough for the position. Contact Solvej directly to purchase Tree Hangers.
Where can I hang my swing inside?
Inside you will need to hang it from a strong structural point in the ceiling, a beam, rafter or door frame. The safest way is to use 2 stainless steel screw eyes in and clip the swing to these using the stainless steel carbine clips that come with the swing. For specific installation instructions see your swing instructions.
Care Guide
CANVAS
Our canvas is super easy to clean. Spot wash by brushing with a solution of natural soap in lukewarm water. Rinse thoroughly with clean water to remove soap and air dry.
For stubborn stains or suntan lotion, use fabric spot remover according to the remover instructions.
Solution-dyed acrylic does not promote mildew growth. However, mildew may grow on dirt and other foreign substances that are not removed from the fabric. To clean mildew stains, prepare a mild solution of 1 cup
bleach and 2 capfuls of natural soap per gallon of water. Spray on entire area and allow the solution to soak in. If necessary, scrub vigorously with a sponge or clean rag. Sponge thoroughly with clean water and air dry.
For more information and specific stains go to www.sunbrella.com and under outdoor fabric search for cleaning instructions.
WOOD
Timber naturally goes grey if left outdoors. If you'd like to slow down the greying in the weather, oil often with any suitable non toxic oil. If you are not using your swing for long periods of time we recommend taking it inside to keep it looking great.
Indoor-Outdoor
Indoor-Outdoor
Hanging Height
This swing can be hung from, up to a height of 3.3 metres, without extension ropes (note this is the hanging height not the length of the ropes).
Safety
We use an extremely strong 10 mm high performance yachting braid. The Solvej board swing has rounded corners to increase the safety for children playing in the vicinity of the swing in use. (Board swings are not as safe as swings made from softer materials. See our child swings). Stainless steel carbine hooks (eye-bolts not provided) make it very safe and easy to move the swing.
Check the ropes, knots and attachments regularly for evidence of deterioration and replace if weakened. The sun breaks down all rope fibres over time. A safety surface under the swing is recommended. Do not hang over concrete, asphalt or any other hard surface.
Only use under adult supervision.
Shipping
Orders are dispatched within 3 business days. During sale times dispatch will take longer than usual. Please be patient while we will pick, pack and ship your order as soon as possible.
NZ
FREE shipping for orders over $200.00* Otherwise a $9.00 flat rate for orders $199.99 and under or $14.00 for rural delivery.
* note some items have an oversize surcharge for shipping of $20.00 outside of Auckland.
Deliveries should arrive 3-5 business days from dispatch. Please use the tracking email to follow your delivery. Rural allow another few days for delivery. Please note that these are estimated delivery times only and are not guaranteed delivery dates.
Once we have packed your order you will be emailed the tracking link. Tracking information will be available once the courier has picked up your parcel which can take up to 1 business day from when we have packed your order depending on their pick-up schedule.
International
We ship all over the world. Shipping costs will apply, and will be added at checkout.
Can I change the NZ address I have shipped my order to?
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If you have not received a tracking email contact us on customerservice@littlewhimsy.co.nz ASAP! Our team will try to intercept your order before it leaves our warehouse to update your address.
If your order has already left our warehouse you will need to register the change with NZ Post which unfortunately has a fee for the service: NZ Post Redirection Tool
