How to Hang a Porch Swing

Step 1: Let it Swing
Give yourself at least 24 inches from a wall or any solid object when choosing your spot for your swing.

Step 2: Hang Strong
The most critical component of hanging a porch swing is the surface you hang into. At the very least you should screw into a 2 x 6 and above.

Step 3: Eyebolts
Eye bolts are recommended to be placed 2 inches out of the overall swing width on each side. Swing = 50 inches add 2 inches on left, add 2 inches on right; your eye bolts will be 54 inches apart.

Step 4: Pilot Hole
Using a screw gun and drill bit make pilot holes in your marked areas for your eye bolts, then run a screw driver horizontally through the eye bolt to twist into position.

Step 5: Chain, Chain, Chain
Run your chains down from the eye bolts down to the two "S" bolts from there the chains will split to run to the front and back of the bench giving it stability. Remove links in the chain to adjust for height or to make level.

Items You'll Need for this GMC Trade Secret

• Porch Swing/ requisite bolts and chains
• Screw Gun
• Tape Measure
• Drill Bit
• Screw Driver
• Ladder
• Level