Playground design ideas
Playground Design Ideas – Inspiration for Developers We’ve come up with five playground design ideas to help spark your imagination once you’ve decided the best surface for your playground. For each design idea, we’ve give you a couple of examples, so no matter what stage your design is at, you’ve got plenty to consider! 1. […]
What is Rubber Mulch?
What is Rubber Mulch? – Recycled Safety Mulch What is rubber mulch? This rubber surfacing material is one of the most popular products available on the playground surfacing market. Made from shredded recyclable tyres, it’s a water permeable safety surface with the look of natural bark. Often used in gardens and sustainable landscaping due to […]
Problems with grass mats
Problems with Grass Mats – And Solutions! Grass mats are a fantastic solution and an excellent surfacing choice for many customers. However grass mats aren’t for everyone, and if you choose a low-quality product, you may find there can be problems with grass mats. In our opinion, there are five key problems with grass mats; 1. Sinking Low-quality […]
PlaySmart launches SmartPave
New Pathway Material – Introducing SmartPave PlaySmart are proud to reveal a brand new pathway material product: SmartPave. SmartPave is a water-permeable surfacing solution used for cycle paths and rural trails. We use a blend of naturally decorative aggregates and recycled rubber granules from used tyres to create a firm surface with good grip and […]
Best Surface for a Playground
Best Surface for a Playground When designing or maintaining a playground it is very important to ensure the ground is the best it can be. Patterns and designs within the play area can stimulate a child’s mind. Therefore, if aesthetics is a top priority for you, your surfacing selection needs to be a key consideration. […]
What is wet pour?
What is Wet Pour? – Surfacing Guide Our clients often ask: “What is Wet Pour?”. Our wetpour surface- RubbaSmart- is a popular surfacing choice for playgrounds and outdoor areas across the country. But what exactly is it, and how is it different from other rubber surfacing? Wet pour is a rubber surface that provides a […]
Grass mats vs artificial grass
Difference Between Grass Mats and Artificial Grass? – Customer Guide Grass mats and artificial grass are two of the most popular products in the playground safety marketplace. But what is the difference between grass mats and artificial grass? Our clients often ask us this question. Therefore, here are five key areas where these two products […]
Rubber grass mats vs plastic grass mats
Rubber Grass Mats vs Plastic Grass Mats Here is your guide to the top differences between different grass mats in a comparison of rubber grass mats vs plastic grass mats. This ultimate comparison guide highlights and key benefits of EcoSmart grass mats… 1. Size Our EcoSmart grass mats measure 1m by 1.5m and are 23mm […]
Top 10 Installations of 2019
Top 10 Play Installations of 2019 – Our Favourite Projects We’re coming to the end of another successful year (doesn’t time fly!). 2019 has seen a whole range of play installation projects undertaken, from the bread-and-butter that is grass mats to the brand new combination of artificial grass and wet pour. We figured we would […]
What Influences Prices?
Surfacing Costs – What Influences Prices? There are a number of factors that influence the surfacing costs of a project. The information we require gives our sales team the tools they need to give a quote that accurately reflects your project’s requirements. This information is something we ask every customer, every time. This is because […]
