The branch should not be more than 20 feet 6 1 m off the ground.
Hanging bench swing from tree.
The tree swing itself should be made of a weather resistant wood such as cedar teak beech or similar.
Avoid soft wood such as fruit trees and evergreens.
The tree swing can hang from chains or rope which have to be very strong and fastened to the branch in a very secure way.
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The branch should make an l shape as it extends from the tree.
You will need a branch that is at least 6 feet 1 8 m long.
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High quality wood does not splinter chip or rot in rain or sun.
The first step in hanging any tree swing is finding the right tree.
Choose a branch that is at least 8 inches in diameter where you can attach the swing at least 3 feet away from the tree trunk advises roger cook in the this old house article hanging a tree swing check the branch to see if it has any weak areas cracks or other signs of damage before hanging the swing.
The swing will need to be at least 3 5 feet 0 91 1 52 m away from the trunk so that it does not hit the tree.
Hanging swing chairs attach to a tree branch or covered porch or patio.
The limb should be between 12 and 20 feet off the ground.
This style comes in single double and 3 seat swings.
Hanging porch swings.