By purchasing a sand/water table, you provide a similar outdoor play experience, but indoors or under cover, rather than outdoors. The negative aspect of having it outdoors is that something could happen to the sand/water, such as mosquitos or wild animals who may use the sandbox as a restroom. Sand side holds up to 20 lbs. (9.07 kg.) of sand; water side holds up to 1.5 gal. (5.67 L) of water (sand and water not included). When finished with play, this table comes with a large, one piece lid that can be placed over both sides and secured with elastic cords to prevent any unwanted critters from getting into the play table. For parents that have more than two kids, this larger table might be the answer to getting all of your kids to have fun at the same time.

Insects and small animals love playing in the sand, and who knows what germs they’ll deposit in the process. Keep the sandbox covered any time it’s not in use.None of the pieces are small enough to be harmful to toddlers, making this table one of the safest options for younger kids. It’s almost like having a water park in your very own home! This table is considered a “playhouse” because of its size. This is meant for outdoors but can be placed in the house in a larger playroom. Regardless of your yard size, there’s a sandbox that will work for you. If you have a spacious yard, your possibilities are endless. But you may have to get a little more creative if you have a small yard, shared space, or no yard at all. Shade is an important factor if your child is going to be playing outdoors in their sandbox in the hot summer sun. Some sandboxes include a sun shade above them to protect your child from the sun’s harmful rays and keep the sand cool. Accessories for a sand or water table are almost like tools. There is nothing worse than opening a toy and not being able to play with it because you don’t have the right tools to make it fun!

While the tarp is useful, it’s always better to have a hard-surfaced lid to prevent anything from slipping under the tarp. Natural colours and textures remind little imaginations of the outdoors and blend with traditional landscapes or living areas perfectly If you have a table-style sandbox, look for an option with a drain. A table sandbox is also a good idea if you plan on emptying your sandbox regularly or over the winter. Plastic boxes are also easier to wipe clean than wood. Accessories Never let your pets play in the sandbox. They may mistake it for a litter box and use it to do their business. Gross. If you have no yard but your child is crazy for that sensory sand experience, try an indoor sandbox. There are plenty of Kinetic Sand kits for play on the table (or floor if you don’t have carpet) that you can store away when not in use. CoverAs mentioned before, the size of your sand/water table will be one of the most important things to keep in mind. Children come in all shapes and sizes, as do water and sand tables. You want to be sure you’re choosing a table that suits your child’s needs and personality, but you also want to be sure they are able to reach it! All sand and water tables have their dimensions listed. If you don’t see any dimensions, I wouldn’t suggest buying that table. Durability

This table comes with what is called “storage mode.” A plastic table cover can be used over the play area, equipped with elastic bands to hold it down. This cover is easy enough that children can use it by themselves. This water table features a circular shape and has three large plastic legs to hold it up. This one is potentially the best water table for toddlers. Holes to fit the legs are not large enough, meaning a drill is necessary for putting this table together. Step2’s Play Store Sandbox is unique to this category, as it’s more of a box than a table. This box is marketed to be put outdoors, but it is actually useful indoors as well! When put into a playroom, putting a tarp down under it will prevent any sand spillage onto the floors.The sandbox comes with four dinosaurs, a shovel/rake, and two scoops to keep little hands busy and minds creative. The children can go off on an adventure to find the molded-in dinosaur bones and footprints. Sandboxes have become controversial these days due to their difficulty to keep clean and safe for children’s use. The sandbox is almost like a natural environment, as it simulates dirt. Animals and bugs can find their way in, making it unsafe for your child to play in. There is no assembly required for this box! The only thing necessary for you is to provide the sand for play. If you want to save space while offering your child a variety of outdoor play opportunities, look for a sandbox that serves more than one purpose. There are many options with dividers for sand and water play — but be warned, if your kids are anything like mine, the sand and water are unlikely to stay in the correct compartments, and you may end up with a giant mud table.