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Eco News Articles Self Reliance DIY Recyled Sand Pit
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tires-playground-283pxAn old tractor tyre makes a fantastic sandpit for eco kids, and is a super easy recycling project.

Step 1: An old tractor tyre from the farm or recycled areas at the local dump.

Step 2: Scrub the tyre well with a scrubbing brush and some soapy water.

 

Step 3: Dig out a section of lawn to fit the tyre into or use within a play area. Aim for getting about 1/2 of the width of the tyre into the ground.

Step 4: Once the tyre is in place, dig out the middle some more, go about a foot and a half down to make room for the sand.

Step 5: Fill with sand. You can buy  play pit sand specifically for sandpits from garden centres.

Make a tunnel in your children's play area, from several large tires, paint if desired.

Use several different size tires as part of an obstacle course.

 

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