As a fairly advanced DIYer I expected to put this together in no time at all, but I was mistaken - it's a pretty big project and will probably take 10-20 hours depending on your experience level. After building this I have some tips that may help: * Several parts look extremely similar but have slight differences, and it's not obvious which part is which (they're not labeled). The instructions include a Parts Identifier that makes it easier to distinguish each part, but for some reason that section is in the middle of the instructions after section 3. I wish Lifetime would just label the parts with their part numbers, but since they don't you should use the Parts Identifier to make sure you don't get the parts mixed up. * Use the BILT app, which gives 3D versions of each step. There were a few steps in the instructions that were not completely clear to me, but every time this happened the BILT app helped me figure out what to do. * The barrel nuts (part BTS) and their matching bolts are extremely prone to cross-threading. If you start putting these together and notice a lot of resistance, take the bolt out and start over. If you try to force it you can shear off the bolt inside the nut, and then you'll have to wait for spare parts before you can finish putting it together. Fortunately Lifetime customer service is great and shipped out the replacement parts to me at no cost, no questions asked. * There are several sections where you have to use self-drilling screws to make holes in metal. The instructions tell you to just do this with a screwdriver, which I guess is technically possible but it will take forever. I would highly recommend using a center punch and hammer to get this started, then a small drill bit (I used 1/8-inch) to make a pilot hole. Once you do that the self-drilling screws will go in MUCH more easily. * If you think you can do this alone you're mistaken. Several sections can be done alone, but unless you have four arms you absolutely need a helper for some of the other sections. * A ratcheting socket wrench will make your life a lot easier. A deep socket (not regular socket) that's 1/2-inch makes it much easier to attach the steering wheel. * There were a couple of sections where I found a right-angle drill adapter to be very helpful. I'm pretty sure you could get by without one, but it will make things easier. Overall I have no major complaints about this playset, I just wish that all of the parts would be labeled with their part numbers. Delivery was easy, assembly was time-consuming but not overly challenging, and my kids love it.

My husband and I just put this playset together this weekend. The entire process took roughly 8 hours (we split it into 2 days). I read the instructions and handed him pieces, while he screwed everything together. We are pretty handy people, but this was by far the best well instructed equipment that we have put together. The nuts/bolts coming separated by section was a lifesaver. Delivery was fast and efficient. The driver even put the pallet in our garage because it was raining. Thank you!

We have had this swing set for two months now and absolute love it! Ours boys who are 5 1/2 and 3 1/2 play on it almost everyday. They love having so many ways to climb, the slide is super fun, and they are always swinging. Once we found the manual (it was hidden in the roof box!), it was fairly straight forward and simple to put together. Everything about it is HIGH QUALITY. My only warning is that the playhouse portion is fairly high off the ground and has a lot of openings, so be sure your kids are at least 3 or they could fall.

We bought this set for the grandchildren 5 years ago and it's still like new. We even moved and brought it with us. I love that it doesn't need sanding, staining, or any maintenance. Even though it gets watered with the lawn, it can handle it and all they weather we get. The kids call our yard the playground. I love that they still enjoy it.

This playset is awesome and my kids love it! It took me about 10hrs to build and I didn't run into any issues with the assembly other than breaking two plastic caps. It was completely my fault that the caps broke but when I asked Heidi the Lifetime Customer Service rep how I could order more caps and what the cost would be, she said "I apologize for the inconvenience you have experienced." This company is awesome, not only did they apologize for my stupidity, but they also sent me replacement parts free of charge!!

They Just finished the installation for my Grandchildren Ages 6, 4, and 2 yrs old in their backyard! They all were so excited and love it! This is actually a gift for my daughter too - it gives her a break while the kids play in their own backyard !

I ordered this item and within 2 days was informed that it had shipped and to expect delivery in 7-10 days from Utah to Florida. It was delivered within 5 days and took up the whole garage. Assembly was a 2 man job but was accomplished on a Sunday afternoon All the parts were included and arrived Once assembled my daughter said "Oh my God" and wanted to sleep on the deck the first night and now spends her outside time on the play set and does her homework in order to be allowed out Best gift ever and this product will last as long as my daughters childhood

When the delivery truck delivered the playset my daughter said "My playground is here. I am so happy right now." I record the video and showed the clip to everyone. They got good laugh out it. My husband and my brother take two days to assemble the playset together. After that my daughter started to play it right away. The only thing is that assembly direction is not clear and labeling of parts specific which my husband and my brother were confused on which parts is which, so they have to take the parts out and reassembled the parts until it look right from the picture. The other thing that I would like is that be able to switch the housing position because it only one direction.

I bought the big stuff adventure swing set for my grandnieces ages 5 and 8 years old. I researched a set that would be fun and challenging for the next few years. I am so glad I chose this set!! It has been a big success and the girls want to be outside playing/swinging instead of watching their tablets!! Delivery and installation were flawless(no problems with missing parts or unreliable installers). The set comes with a spider swing which has become their favorite activity!! Really easy to change the swings to offer variety. The 9 foot double slides are fast and fun!The playhouse is beautiful and has 5 feet of clearance under the platform. The stars on the roof are a nice touch. I have no doubt this swing set is made to last and will be challenging enough to keep the girls happy for years to come!

the set itself is of good quality, nothing special. the plastic holds its color without fading. the rock wall portion is cheaply molded, and has lots of cracks in it. the rubber on the swings themselves, particularly the part covering the chain deteriorates and sticks to hands and clothes..and i'm not talking a little bit. it is impossible to wash off, and is only comparable to letting children play with rubber cement glue, that doesn't ever fully dry and is harder to wash off. my kids haven't touched the swings themselves for over two years, because "they are gross". i have to spend $100 to replace the three swings with a different brand...because i don't want replacements.