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 […]
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 area unsightly. […]
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, […]
How to Repair Gaps in Wetpour
How to Repair Gaps in Wetpour – Surface Maintenance Our clients often ask us how to repair cracks and gaps in wetpour surfacing. PlaySmart UK is well equipped to offer play surface repairs for a range of safety flooring. Our team has years of experience in extending the life-span of surfaces across the country. Extend […]
Colours of JungleMulch
Colours of Rubber Mulch – What are my Options? JungleMulch is PlaySmart’s rubber mulch solution for safety surfacing. The colours of rubber mulch available range from natural to vibrant, chosen to match the aesthetics and goals of each outdoor area. What are my Colour Options? Here are our mulch options: Autumn Gold – vibrant yellow coloured […]
