Sand box alternative

Where does that "play sand" come from? Consider switching to a rock box

Want a sandbox but don't want the mess? A rock box is the answer! This step-by-step tutorial shows you how to make one for less than $50!

How To Build A Rockbox | Young House Love

How to build a construction rock garden for kids. Perfect for playing trucks and a lot less messy than a sandbox.

Playing in sandboxes was one of my very favorite things to get to do as a child. I never actually had one, myself, so it was always really special to get to go to any place where one could be found. I made do in my own backyard by playing in the dirt. I played

Transform your sandbox from ordinary to extraordinary with these simple but terrific ideas!

Want a sandbox but don't want the mess? A rock box is the answer! This step-by-step tutorial shows you how to make one for less than $50!

The one element of the swing set that hasn’t been complete since I posted about it was the sandbox. I know that there are a lot of strong feelings among parents about sand boxes and even sand…

Building a sandbox for your child sounds like a great idea at a glance. But, when you start to research how best to go about it, the downsides, and what kind of sand to use, things start to get a little more complicated. So, those thinking outside the (sand)box may consider pea gravel instead of sand. But this brings up the question – can you use pea gravel for sandbox?

Pea gravel is just one type of material available for landscaping. When deciding which type of landscaping material to use, consider the look, price, installation process, availability and maintenance requirements. The cost of pea gravel is less expensive than many other types of construction materials.