Here’s How to Build an Outdoor Play Area – Sandbox and Chalkboard

With the help of Home Hardware, I’m going to show you how to build an all-in-one play area that includes a chalkboard and a covered sandbox. This play area not only looks pretty but also gives children the opportunity to have fun, explore and develop their creativity!

In this post, I’ll walk you through how I built this play area. Follow these simple steps to create a fun and stimulating play area for your children in your own backyard.

Here’s what you need:

• (26) 2x4 Pressure Treated Lumber

• (2) 2x4x3/4” MDF Panels

• (3) T-Hinges

• (1) Utility Handle for the Sandbox Cover

• (1) Rubber Strap with Hook

• (4) Hooks

• (10) Play Sand

• (1) BeautiTone Interior / Exterior Chalkboard Paint

• (1) 4” Deck Screws

• (1) 1-1/4” Deck Screws

• (2) Weed Barrier

• (5) Garden Stones

• (1) Lawn Edging

• (1) Sand Toys

• (1) Cordless Drill

• (1) Sandpaper

• (1) BeautiTone Wood-Shield Stain

• (1) Stapler

Here’s How to build it:

By following these simple steps, you can build your very own children’s outdoor play area with a sandbox, a platform for playing and a chalkboard. My son loves the variety of play options. It’s the perfect addition to our backyard!