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 […]
Can I Have Patterned Play Surfaces?
Can I Have Patterned Play Surfaces? Many people think of play surfacing as a rather boring, but essential part of installing a new play area. PlaySmart disagree. We think introducing patterned play surfaces or theming through your surfacing is a great way to get the most from an area. Patterned Rubber Surfacing You can add […]
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. […]
How do I clean a Wet Pour surface?
How to Clean Safety Surfacing Guide Our clients often ask our team how to clean safety surfacing. EPDM wet pour 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 your playground flooring. How to […]
What is the Alternative to Natural Bark Surfacing?
What is the Alternative to Natural Bark Surfacing? Many of our clients are finding that their loose playground bark is not good enough for their playgrounds. Instead, they come to us for an alternative to natural bark surfacing. We recommend JungleMulch rubber mulch as an alternative natural looking safety surface. Why is JungleMulch a Good Alternative to […]
How do I Stop Grass Eroding on the Mounds in our Play Area?
How do I Stop Grass Eroding? – Surfacing Tips Clients often ask our surfacing experts how they can stop grass eroding and soil from wearing away. This is an especially common problem in mounds in parks and play areas. Do you want to keep the natural look of grass but have extra safety? Rather than […]
