PlaySmart become sole FlexCourt distributor for the UK
PlaySmart becomes sole UK FlexCourt distributor It is our great pleasure to announce that PlaySmart will become the sole FlexCourt distributor for the UK, supplying and installing their interlocking sports surfaces. We’re really excited to start installing these high-performance multigame sports surfaces at schools, sports clubs and public recreational areas throughout the UK. Why Choose […]
Wet Pour Playground in Wychavon: Case Study
Wet Pour Playground – Wychavon Case Study PlaySmart recently installed a 32sqm area of wet pour playground surfacing at Tibberton Play Area for Wychavon District Council. The council asked for a blue colour to match their district logo colour. They also wanted to save on costs for the small space. To reduce costs, we suggested a […]
Grass Mat Standards
Grass Mat Standards – Testing for Safety Surfacing Does your grass mat surfacing conform to the standard? Our clients often ask us these sorts of questions. And honestly, it’s a question that all buyers should be asking when it comes to safety in playgrounds. We aim to answer the most common questions you have about […]
10 Reasons to Choose Synthetic Playground Surfacing
10 Reasons to Choose Synthetic Playground Surfacing Synthetic playground surfacing are products including bonded rubber mulch, rubber wet pour, artificial grass, and rubber grass mats. Why choose these playground materials for your developments over more ‘natural’ choices? Rubber is a natural material, but it is the engineering and manufacturing processes that really make all the […]
SmartPlay installation process
SmartPlay Installation Process In this case study, we are going to go into the details of the SmartPlay installation process. You may be asking, what is SmartPlay? Well, SmartPlay is our patented foam shock pad, which when used in conjunction with our EcoSmart or FireSmart grass mats becomes the SmartPlay System.SmartPlay has a range of […]
FireSmart vs EcoSmart
Grass Mat Safety Surfaces – FireSmart vs EcoSmart FireSmart vs EcoSmart… What’s the difference between these two grass mat safety surfaces, and which is better? What is FireSmart? FireSmart safety surfacing is the original and best fire-retardant grass mat in the UK. PlaySmart uses recycled rubber in their manufacturer liek with EcoSmart. However, they are heavier […]
Why use an API Member?
Why use an API Member? – Safety Surfacing Here at PlaySmart we have been a proud member of the API since 7th January 2009 (!!) But who is the API? Why should you use an API member? Hopefully we can answer your questions in this article… Who are the API? The Association of Play Industries […]
EPDM Wear Pads: All you Need to Know
EPDM Wear Pads: All you Need to Know What are EPDM wear pads? EPDM wear pads are a section of surfacing that is designed to withstand high usage. PlaySmart recommends wear pads in places like take-off and landing points and other impact zones. EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer) is an extremely durable synthetic rubber with applications […]
How to Clean Wet Pour & Rubber Mulch
How to Clean Wet Pour & Rubber Mulch We are often asked by clients how to clean wet pour and maintain their existing safety surfacing. Both RubbaSmart wetpour and JungleMulch rubber surfacing are low-maintenance products. However, there are things you can do to keep it looking good and extend the lifespan of your playground flooring. As with any surface, […]
What is Critical Fall Height (CFH)?
What is Critical Fall Height (CFH)? What is Critical Fall Height? Quite simply, Critical Fall Height is the maximum height of fall from play equipment to the ground. It is the distance from the ground up to the highest platform a child can reach or stand on. Safety surfaces do not prevent injury, however when […]
