I put this swing in my children's outdoor play area and it provides great shade for me or the babysitter.  However, what makes it great  for shade also makes it blow over in stronger winds.  I would recommend if you are handy looking for a way to anchor to the ground.  I was able to put this together myself without help, but it took some time.  With two people it will go much faster.  I chose this because it is easy dry out in the open versus cushions.