We bought the swingset when our boys were  three and six years old.   They are eight and 11 now,  and the swingset has gotten them through their childhood years.  And it still looks nearly new.  I am on the website now many years later to re-order a replacement rope cargo net which has disintegrated over time.   Every other part of this swingset is solid and has held up very well to snow, sun and rain.   My boys spent many hours outside playing on the swing set, with neighborhood friends and with each other.  We have other neighbors with wooden swing sets-  their sets have required frequent maintenance, including replacement of parts and staining.   The second story clubhouse is still a favorite hangout spot today.  Swing heights adjust easily.  Highly recommend this set.