Sandbox alternative ideas

Sand is one of the most popular sandbox materials because it is inexpensive and easy to find at any hardware store. However, sand has some downsides that may send parents on a journey to find an alternative. Luckily, parents can use many sandbox alternatives for their children to play in, and we have put together a list of the best ones.

Building a sandbox for your child sounds like a great idea at a glance. But, when you start to research how best to go about it, the downsides, and what kind of sand to use, things start to get a little more complicated. So, those thinking outside the (sand)box may consider pea gravel instead of sand. But this brings up the question – can you use pea gravel for sandbox?

Want a sandbox but don't want the mess? A rock box is the answer! This step-by-step tutorial shows you how to make one for less than $50!

Sandbox with Cover | Ana White

I made a DIY Sandbox that involved zero work. In fact, I didn't even make it. Here's how to make a quick and easy clean sandbox in 5 minutes.

Turtle sandboxes are not only for sand! Check out these simple ways to repurpose a common toy!

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A 4 x 6 Rock Box w/ Pea Gravel my husband built.

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Brilliant! Make a sand box with an old tent!

My wife and I both have fond memories of playing in a sandbox growing up. We definitely wanted to our children to have a sandbox in the backyard. It was only my 2nd woodworking project. When I started looking for plans online, I was appalled by how complex and expensive those plans looked. It shouldn’t be this difficult, I thought. So I made my own plan, with the most inexpensive yet safe components I could come up with. Hope this post inspires you, and helps you save some money too.

Ever since he was about 2 years old, my son has been digging holes in the yard at our old house and now here at our new house. It turns into one big sand pit and well… it doesn’t look pretty. Now I am not one who really cares too much about looks- I am […]

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Sandbox and Insects and Spiders

One thing we’ve loved about our backyard is the great tree cover for shade and privacy. But with the shade has come difficulty planting grass in one specific dark corner of the yard. After putting grass seed down last year and seeing it fizzle out for lack of sunshine, we thought that spot would be ideal for a sandbox –READ MORE

Backyard sandboxes are amazing outdoor sensory play spaces. You will find many more than 10 sandbox ideas for kids complete with plans that have directions on how to make an outdoor sandbox. Tips, tutorials, and hacks for every type of sandbox can be found; easy, natural, portable, boats, sand tables, convertible with seats or benches, with lids, and canopy's or covers to create shade and store. Whether you prefer to DIY or buy you will find what you are looking for!

How to make an easy DIY and non-toxic sandbox with toy organization, a Bench, Shade and even a flowerbed! Make your kids summer with this easy DIY!

Have some pesky critters crawling around in your backyard sandbox? Here's how to keep them out for good.