Development Guide for Local Council Playgrounds
Development Guide for Local Council Playgrounds There are around 30,000 council playgrounds in the UK. Each one serves a unique community with different needs. However, there are some unifying requirements that local councils, from small Parishes to large Cities or County Councils, need to consider when designing or upgrading their playgrounds. These requirements are: Staying […]
Contemporary Cork Flooring Garden Design Ideas
Contemporary Cork Flooring Garden Design Ideas Corkeen is an incredibly versatile surface material used in playgrounds, patios, pathways, and more. Building this unique and contemporary cork flooring in your project can help transform and modernise the development. Housing developers and landscape architects often look for a cost-effective, useful, and unique approach to garden design. Corkeen […]
Recycled Rubber Flooring: Sustainable, Cost-Effective & Safe
Recycled Rubber Flooring: Sustainable, Cost-Effective & Safe People often think of environmentally friendly choices as less effective and more expensive. But this doesn’t have to be the case! PlaySmart’s recycled rubber flooring solutions have emerged as a frontrunner for playgrounds, housing developments, and leisure areas across the country. More and more developments across the country […]
7 Reasons to Choose Rubber Playground Bark or Mulch
7 Reasons to Choose Rubber Playground Bark or Mulch Playgrounds across the UK are choosing rubber mulch as a superior alternative to traditional, wooden playground bark. With the look of natural bark, but the improved safety credentials, durability, and longevity of a modern rubber surface, choosing rubber playground bark is a no-brainer. Here are the […]
British Safety Standards: What are the BS EN Rules?
British Standards for Safety: What are the BS EN rules? British (BS) and European (EN) standards for safety surfacing are good practice for any outdoor development. PlaySmart goes above and beyond to meet these important safety standards with our top-quality range of safety surfaces. Health and safety standards take many forms in the outdoor development […]
Common Hazards to Add to Your Playground Inspection Checklist
Common Hazards to Add to Your Playground Inspection Checklist Based on our 21 years of work in the surfacing industry, PlaySmart are experts in creating and maintaining safe surfaces. Therefore, our clients often come to us asking about to how avoid and manage playground hazards. We recommend a regular and comprehensive playground inspection routine and […]
Schools’ Guide to Nursery Playground Surfacing and Safety
Schools’ Guide to Nursery Playground Surfacing and Safety What key considerations should you have when planning out your choices for your new nursery playground or EYFS area? Designing a safe space that your students will enjoy can be tough. That’s why our experts are here to help guide you through your decisions to optimise your […]
Playground Safety Standards for Safe Play Flooring (British Standards)
Playground Safety Standards for Safe Play Flooring Are you looking for the right flooring for your latest playground development? You need safety flooring that meets British Standards to reduce the risk of injury. Safety should be at the forefront at all stages of planning and installation. This is because, without appropriate shock-absorbent materials or surface […]
Playground Safety Checklist: Are Your Grass Mats Fall Safe?
Playground Safety Checklist: Are Your Grass Mats Fall Safe? To maintain a safe play environment, safety surfaces like grass mats have to be professionally installed and well-maintained. Unsure if your surfaces adhere to playground safety standards? Then read our comprehensive guide for grass mat maintenance, installation standards, and recommended inspection. Our experts have designed this […]
Safe Surfaces for Parks to Create the Ideal Space to Play
Safe Surfaces for Parks to Create the Ideal Space to Play Are you looking to develop your playing surfaces into fun, interactive activity centres and create a safe play park? Then look no further than this handy guide on our secure surfacing options to take your playground activities to the next level! Leisure centres, schools, […]
