Outdoor play equipment can bring families endless fun. But to keep your backyard playset in great shape for years, you’ll need to perform seasonal maintenance to protect it from the elements. Rainbow Play Systems of Colorado offers outdoor play equipment, including swing sets, wooden playsets, and slides, to families in Denver.  Given their level of expertise, they would like to share some tips on how to take care of your playset during the winter.

Here are three tips on protecting your outdoor playset during the winter:

• Clean It Up: When leaves and debris pile up on wood, they can create a breeding ground for mildew and mold during the cooler months. Give your outdoor play equipment a thorough cleaning before the harsh winter weather arrives. It’s also a good idea to remove any toys your children may have forgotten on and around the playset.
• Give It Sunshine: Moisture is one of the biggest destroyers of outdoor playsets. It will cause the wood to rot and potentially attract vermin and burrowing bugs. Move your outdoor play equipment to a dry area, such as the top of a hill, with plenty of sunshine, so moisture from rain and snow evaporates quickly. 
• Cover The Sandbox: If your outdoor play equipment includes a sandbox, you should cover it with a weighted tarp or lid to protect the sand. Wet sand is an attractive spot for animals to relieve themselves—avoid this problem by keeping it as dry as possible.

For nearly three decades, Denver families have relied on Rainbow Play Systems of Colorado for safe, fun outdoor play equipment. To learn more about outdoor playsets, call (303) 292-0206. You can also follow them on Google+.