How outdoor play improves children’s mental and physical wellbeing
Play and Wellbeing Tips for Improving Children’s Wellbeing Providing safety surfaces for both domestic and public settings, the team at Playsmart champions playgrounds as places for play and wellbeing. Playing outside, in a park, garden, or playground, increases the health and wellbeing of children. This is because it encourages life-long skills of productivity, creativity, and […]
The importance of Enabling Environments and Playground Flooring
The Importance of a Safe Outdoor Play Environment Here at Playsmart, our clients rely on the quality and safety of our play surfacing. We understand the primary importance of keeping a child safe whilst enjoying the experience of an outdoor play environment. Playground safety surfaces are essential to help reduce injuries in children’s play areas. With […]
Top 10 problems with artificial grass
Top 10 Problems with Artificial Grass There are many advantages and reasons to choose artificial grass, however, it’s not for everyone. In this article we’ll go into the top ten problems with artificial grass (and how to solve them!) so that you’re best informed when it comes to making your decision. 1. Cost Probably one of the main […]
Pros and Cons of Using Rubber Mulch for Playgrounds
Pros and Cons of Using Rubber Mulch for Playgrounds Rubber mulch 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. We’ve seen our own brand of rubber mulch, JungleMulch, continue to grow in popularity […]
What common playground problems can SmartPlay solve?
What Common Playground Problems can SmartPlay Solve? We recently announced that our SmartPlay system has been patented in the UK and in various countries in Europe. Although initially SmartPlay was designed to increase the safety of our grass mats by adding an extra layer of padding, there are also other benefits that come with using the SmartPlay […]
Our Playground Flooring innovation, SmartPlay, Has Been Patented!
Our Playground Flooring Innovation SmartPlay is Patented We at PlaySmart are proud to share the news that our SmartPlay safety system has been patented for use in the UK and parts of Europe. SmartPlay is an exclusive playground flooring innovation that can be used alongside our EcoSmart grass mats. SmartPlay’s primary purpose is to provide an enhanced safety surface […]
What are the Options for Running Track Surfaces?
Running Track Surfaces – What Are My Options? With summer finally here, most of us are swapping indoor sports halls for the great outdoors for school sports. The summer term also sees many schools host sports days with fun activities. These range from track and field events to the good old egg and spoon race! […]
6 Reasons Why JungleMulch is the Best Rubber Mulch on the Market
6 Reasons why JungleMulch is the Best Rubber Mulch A surface that has become increasingly popular over recent years is rubber mulch. As a well-established leader in playground flooring, we only offer the best surfacing – enter JungleMulch, our own brand of rubber mulch. Why is JungleMulch the best rubber mulch on the market? Here’s […]
Increase Longevity of Rubber Mulch by Using EPDM Wear Pads!
Increase Longevity of Rubber Mulch by Using EPDM Wear Pads JungleMulch sure is a great product, there’s no doubt about that! Its natural good looks are owed to an exclusive organic pigmentation colouring process, which means the colour is brighter and holds to the rubber far better than water-based alternatives. As with any product, there […]
How do I clean a rubber mulch surface?
Cleaning Rubber Mulch – What do I Need to Know? PlaySmart are often asked by clients how they should clean and maintain their existing safety surfacing. JungleMulch rubber surfacing should always be a low maintenance product after a new install, however, there are things you can do to keep it looking good and extend the lifespan of […]
