Cubby House & Outdoor Play Blog | Tips, Guides & Inspiration

Your go-to source for cubby house inspiration, celebrity collaborations, design trends, and expert tips from the Hide & Seek Kids team. Discover ideas for your backyard, maintenance guides, and behind-the-scenes stories from Australia's favourite family play brand.

Monkey bars playground equipment with child playing outdoors, durable climbing frame for active kids

How to Install Monkey Bars in Australia: Placement, Anchoring & Timber Care

Getting your monkey bars rock-solid starts before assembly. This guide covers placement, the right anchoring method for your soil type, and why untreated timber needs to stay off the ground.

Matilda Fort children's play tent with neutral canvas fabric and wooden frame, styled in a bright, minimalist room setting

What to Look for Before You Buy a Cubby House (...

Most parents compare photos and prices when buying a cubby house — but almost nobody checks the assembly manual first. That single step could be the difference between a fun...

Children playing on River Fort outdoor play equipment featuring wooden structures, platforms, and climbing elements

Swing and Slide Set Buying Guide for Australian...

Planning to add a swing and slide set to your backyard? This guide covers everything from choosing the right size for Australian yards to materials that handle our climate, safety...

Young child engaged in creative painting activity at a wooden Billie Grand easel from Hudson Harlow kids furniture collection

How to Paint a Cubby House: Complete Step-by-St...

Transform your timber cubby house into a backyard masterpiece with our complete painting guide. From prep work to finishing touches, we'll walk you through every step.

Marlie cubby house bundle - wooden outdoor playhouse for kids with complete setup and accessories

Elevated vs Ground Level Cubby Houses: Which On...

The elevated vs ground level cubby house decision affects everything from safety to play value. Here's what every parent needs to know before choosing.

Little girl playing with a mud kitchen outside.

Mud Kitchen Activities: 20 Creative Play Ideas ...

Transform your backyard into a world of messy, magical adventures with these 20 mud kitchen activities that will keep your little chefs busy for hours.