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 […]
HMS Nelson project sails into completion

HMS Nelson project sails into completion Something new this way sails ⛵ 🚢 🌊 Our school and nurseries clients are often looking for an inviting environment with colours, shapes and different textures. This creative design can help develop the children’s minds and stimulate their imagination. HMS Nelson is an amazing example of this design ethos! […]
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 […]
Rubber mulch vs wet pour

Rubber Mulch vs Wet Pour – Which to Choose? Rubber mulch vs wet pour … What’s the difference between these two rubber playground surfacing products, and which is better? What is Rubber Mulch? Rubber mulch is one of the most popular products available on the playground surfacing market. Made from shredded recyclable tyres, it’s a […]
Artificial Grass Ideas for Schools

Artificial Grass for Schools – What are you Options? Artificial grass for schools is an excellent option. Firstly, maintenance is incredibly easy – the only thing we recommend is to rake away leaves and debris. No muddy mess will be created either, which make it a fantastic choice for Primary Schools and nurseries alike. Taller pile […]
Is it Possible to Repair Wet Pour?

Is it Possible to Repair Wet Pour? – In Short .. Yes! The short answer, is yes. If your wet pour starts to pull away from the edges, or cracks appear, it is easy to have the wet pour repaired. We always recommend completing a repair in coloured EPDM. This is because it bonds better […]
What is Rubber Mulch?

What is Rubber Mulch? – Recycled Safety Mulch What is rubber mulch? This rubber surfacing material 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. Often used in gardens and sustainable landscaping due to […]
Problems with grass mats

Problems with Grass Mats – And Solutions! Grass mats are a fantastic solution and an excellent surfacing choice for many customers. However grass mats aren’t for everyone, and if you choose a low-quality product, you may find there can be problems with grass mats. In our opinion, there are five key problems with grass mats; 1. Sinking Low-quality […]
What is wet pour?

What is Wet Pour? – Surfacing Guide Our clients often ask: “What is Wet Pour?”. Our wetpour surface- RubbaSmart- is a popular surfacing choice for playgrounds and outdoor areas across the country. But what exactly is it, and how is it different from other rubber surfacing? Wet pour is a rubber surface that provides a […]
Grass mats vs artificial grass

Difference Between Grass Mats and Artificial Grass? – Customer Guide Grass mats and artificial grass are two of the most popular products in the playground safety marketplace. But what is the difference between grass mats and artificial grass? Our clients often ask us this question. Therefore, here are five key areas where these two products […]