Use Cedar To Build a Large Sandbox

An easy-to-build size of sandbox is 8 feet by 8 feet because lumber is readily available in this length.
Use Cedar To Build a Large Sandbox
With all the potential problems and threats to children these days, what could be a safer, cleaner (well, fairly clean) fun activity than being creative in a sandbox in your backyard? ben bryant/Shutterstock
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Dear James: I want to find more things for my kids to do here, so I plan to build a sandbox. What are some design tips, and what type of wood is best?—Sanjay P.

Dear Sanjay: It is a simple project, and it makes a lot of sense to build a sandbox for your children. With all the potential problems and threats to children these days, what could be a safer, cleaner (well, fairly clean) fun activity than being creative in a sandbox in your backyard?

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