Do you have a broken swing on the porch of your house? Do you miss sitting outside and spending time in it, watching the cars go by while taking a break from the world? If so, you may have considered purchasing a new unit.
The problem is that these new units are expensive these days. The cost of everything is going up, and companies that make and sell porch swings have also been forced to raise their prices. In fact, all outdoor furniture has become incredibly expensive. My wife and I recently went shopping for some patio furniture, and I was amazed at how much even the cheapest units cost.
However, your broken porch swing might still have life. Consider repairing it before you go out and buy a new one. You could save yourself some cash! Here are some things to consider when thinking about repairing your old porch swing.
Actual condition
Is it worth repairing? Do you think if you fix the broken parts, the rest will hold together in the long run, or does it feel like it could all fall apart at any moment? If the whole unit looks rickety, you’re better off going out and buying a new model.
However, if it looks basically new other than the broken pieces, it might be salvageable!
Tooling Needs
You will probably need a few tools to get the job done if you want to repair your porch swing. Do you have those tools available at home? If not, does a neighbor or friend have tools that they would lend you for a short while while you do the repairs? If the answer to any of these is yes, then you’re ready to do some repair work!
matching colors
If you have a swing made of wood, will you be able to match the colors of the parts you replace? If the rest of your swing looks worn except for one slat of wood, that might seem a little silly. However, if you think you can match the colors of the pieces, you should be fine!
Security
Can you safely repair the problem? Are you sure your repair will hold up? If you’ve ever been on one of these swings when they break, you know how nasty that is, so make sure you’re careful!
If you have all of these questions answered in the affirmative, you should be well on your way to saving some money fixing your own swing set!
