NJ Swingsets
$ 15,112.00
The Playground Equipment Gardiner is built for smaller play areas that still need to serve kids ages 2 through 12. It has two climbers that thread the needle on difficulty -- challenging enough for older kids but straightforward enough that younger children can handle them too. Capacity is 22-26 kids, fall height is 48", and the use zone runs 25' 1" x 30'. Meets ASTM F1487 and CPSC #325 safety standards.
BEST FOR: I'd recommend the Gardiner for daycare centers, small parks, and church playgrounds where the age range is wide but space is limited. The climbers are accessible to both ends of the 2-12 spectrum, so you're not watching toddlers attempt something meant for a 10-year-old. Good pick if your site tops out around 25 by 30 feet.
What I appreciate about the Playground Equipment Gardiner is how the climbers are designed. A lot of 2-12 structures have climbers that are either too easy for older kids or too hard for younger ones. These two hit a middle ground -- older kids can move through them quickly for a different kind of challenge, while younger kids can take their time and still succeed. That dual accessibility is hard to get right, and the Gardiner does it well.
The footprint is compact at 25 by 30 feet, which makes it a realistic option for sites that can't accommodate the larger structures in this line. You're not sacrificing build quality for the smaller size -- same powder-coated steel posts and polyethylene panels as the bigger models. If you're outfitting a smaller property and need something that won't be outgrown by kindergarteners in a year, this is worth looking at. Call us at 201-670-4000 to discuss your site.
CAPACITY: 22-26 Kids, ages 2-12 Years.
USE ZONE: 25' 1"W x 30'L — plan your site layout accordingly.
FALL HEIGHT: 48". Requires appropriate safety surfacing.
MATERIALS: Powder-coated steel posts with polyethylene plastic components.
CERTIFICATIONS: ASTM F1487 and CPSC Guidelines #325 compliant.
Shipping and professional installation are quoted separately. Contact NJ Swingsets & Playgrounds for a complete quote including delivery and installation. We are located in Midland Park, NJ and provide installation services in New Jersey, parts of New York, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania. Nationwide shipping available.