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What Are the Pros and Cons of Playground Surfacing and Flooring Materials?

What Are the Pros and Cons of Playground Surfacing and Flooring Materials?

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The world of playground surfacing options can be vast and complex. You want playground surfacing that does it all: meets safety requirements, fits your budget, and requires low maintenance. Plus, your playground project has its own unique needs and priorities. The question remains: what flooring material is suitable for your playground project? We’ve created an […] Read More +

Pros & Cons: Using Sand as a Playground Surface

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Sand has been a universal element in playgrounds and parks for decades. There are many exciting activities people associate with sand, from constructing sandcastles to leaping around with friends. In recent years, the safety of sand as a playground surface has been called into question. Is sand a really safe option for a playground? Can […] Read More +
Natural Grass Playground Soil Surface

Pros & Cons: Natural Grass or Dirt for Playground Surfaces

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Should You Choose Natural Surface for Your Playground? It may seem like the ground surface options for your playground area are endless, with options ranging from natural grass and dirt to poured-in place (PIP) rubber. Each option has its own maintenance needs, expected longevity, accessibility ratings, and installation requirements. Naturally, we think your best option […] Read More +

Playground Safety Week 2021: 10 Playground Safety Tips From the Experts (with Infographic)

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April 26-30, 2021 is National Playground Safety Week in the United States. As warmer weather and more outside playtime begins, now is a great time to review playground safety and prepare playgrounds and our kids for summer fun! We asked experts from various organizations for their best playground safety tip. We narrowed down their recommendations […] Read More +

How much does a poured rubber playground cost?

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Safety surfaces are a great for play areas, but what does a poured rubber playground cost in 2021? Rubber safety surfaces are popping up all over: Schools playgrounds, daycare centers, recreation facilities, and even places like pool decks, dog parks, theme parks, water parks, and senior centers. Rubberized surfaces (also called “wet pour rubber” or […] Read More +
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