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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
New Surfacing – Rubber Mulch Fitted around Existing Play Equipment
Rubber Mulch Fitted as New Surfacing for Existing Play Equipment Our clients often ask us if it is possible to install new surfacing for existing play equipment. It absolutely is and this is often a great way to improve safety, lower maintenance and give your play area a new lease of life! Therefore, rubber Mulch […]
How do I protect the grass in high wear areas?
How Can you Protect Grass in High-Wear Playgrounds Clients often use our EcoSmart grass mats to protect grass from wearing on a larger site from turf erosion. This could be as simple as putting a mat at entry and exit points that would otherwise become a bald patch in the landscape over time making the […]
Using Grass Mats to Protect Against Falls
For Playground Fall Protection, Use SmartPlay! Our clients often ask us for our thoughts on using grass mats as playground fall protection for taller items of kit. While field tests often see grass mats achieving very impressive results for critical fall height, we have always preferred to consider the absolute worst-case ground scenarios for safety. For this reason, […]
How to surface an outdoor gym
Surfacing for Outdoor Gyms – Choose Your Surface PlaySmart offers a range of surfacing for outdoor gyms. Find out about the available options and more information on these surfaces. Clients often ask us to provide hard-wearing surfacing for outdoor gyms. These outdoor fitness areas are continuously becoming more popular for public parks, private housing developments, […]
Why do you Install Safety Surfacing at Different Depths?
Install Safety Surfacing at Different Depths Our team installs rubber safety surfaces like JungleMulch (resin-bound rubber shred) and RubbaSmart (wet pour rubber) at varying depths. Why is this? When we install safety surfacing, the depth of the rubber and choice of subbase are key to provide the optimimum fall protection It’s important to install safety […]
PlaySmart UK – Safety Surfacing Specialists
We Are The Safety Surfacing Specialists PlaySmart have come a long way in 14 years to establish itself as true safety surfacing specialists. Take a look at our newly updated About Us page to read more about our journey. Below are just some of our favourite projects that combine our products together to create beautiful, practical, […]
JungleMulch – The Perfect All Weather Surface
JungleMulch – The Perfect All Weather Surface People often ask our surfacing experts: “What is the best flooring to deal with the downsides of British weather?” Our answer naturally depends on a variety of factors, from size, to safety requirements, and accessibility. However, JungleMulch is always a popular solution as a truly all weather surface. […]
