Naturally wooden and metal swing sets are more popular than their plastic counterparts. However, that doesn’t necessarily mean plastic is an inferior product in any way. It simply means people are just more accustomed to metal or wooden swing sets . Plastic sets are relatively new and most people are uncomfortable with change, or new parents grew up on wooden or metal sets and because it worked for them, they will stick with what are a tried and tested product rather than venturing out. What they are unaware of is that plastic sets have more advantages.
Safety is one of the advantages and should be on top of every parent’s list. Plastic sets are a much safer alternative than wood or metal, for instance: parents won’t need to worry about blisters from unevenly cut wood swings or burns from metal sets. Children will most certainly be involved in some kind of swing accident, and hitting their heads on wood or metal will most likely cause a gash and stitches will be required, but banging into plastic, which is a giving material, will not cause serious injury.
Another great advantage is a plastic set can be installed indoors. Plastic sets can be set-up anywhere in the house, provided that there is ample space. The advantage is during the winter months; children can play indoors without being exposed to the chilling weather outside and get the much needed activity they require.