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Message: <blockquote data-quote="GregChristopher" data-source="post: 5296781" data-attributes="member: 94298">Since it is a fantasy sandbox, you are going to need to start with Dreamwood. You need 4 solid 2x4s at whatever length you want to use to build the framing. And of course the sand. I recommend just buying the play sand in bags from Home Depot or Lowes. Using your magic shovel, dig a shallow pit into the box site. You dont want to dig too deep, but you need a lip in order to prevent the sand from escaping through the bottom of the frame. Do your best to level the ground underneath to prevent uneven distribution. Place your 2x4s in place and then I recommend just using pressure to maintain their positions (but you may want to use wood glue BEFORE placing in the site, if you are concerned about slippage). Then fill the frame with sand. Some things to watch out for. 1. Some kids are going to want to expand the sandbox. This can cause some tension. Just realize that they are exploring the world and don't know any better. Just gently move them back to the center of the sandbox and give them a few words of encouragement to get them back on track. 2. Some kids are going to want to bring toys into the sandbox that you are not going to want in the sandbox. For example, a squirt gun sounds like a fun idea until you get sticky wet sand in your crotch. Be careful about what you allow them to bring into the box itself. 3. If you don't keep it covered, critters are going to start getting into it. You can rely upon the kids to smush the critters, but eventually they are going to start wondering where the critters are coming from and that could get messy. They might start really digging into the sandbox and reach a point at which the sand ends and they hit the dirt underneath. This can be a little startling, so if you see any kid digging really deep, just pull them back out, fill in the hole, and encourage them to play on the surface.  Building a sandbox can be a fun and enjoyable exercise. Treat the task with the respect it deserves. Quality construction can last a lifetime.</blockquote>

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