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Cheryl Isaak · 11-10-2007, 06:10 PM posted to rec.gardens

On 10/11/07 11:13 AM, in article ,
"Ann" wrote:

"Dave" expounded:

Found the perfect tree for a swing not far from my house on my property.
Its an over 30' live oak. Said limb for hanging the swing is literally
horizontal for about 10' and around 8' vertical from soil. I used the
stainless steel eyelets, 1/2" with lag threads. I pre-drilled with 3/8"
drill bit, just short of intended penetration of the eyelet screw. Hung a
vinyl covered stainless steel chain with a vinyl lap seat for the swing
seat. Its been out there for 2 years. Grandkids use it once in awhile.
The tree shows no protest.
Dave

At the farm they've got a swing hung in the same way that's been there
for 35 years or more now - you can't see the eyelets anymore, they're
in the branch. But it's still strong enough for adults to swing on,
if they're so inclined (I am - I love to swing, it brings me back to
little girl days).

A real tree swing sounds so good right now.
Cheryl