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Polymeric Long Jump Essex

Posted on May 23, 2024 by Elliot

At Soft Surfaces, we’re a specialist installer on polymeric long jumps in the Essex area, and are also able to fit this surface across the surrounding areas.

Including installations, our team can offer polymeric long jumper repairs for existing polymeric long jumps in the Essex area, so if you have an existing polymeric long jump service that needs resurfacing or rejuvenation, be sure to contact us as this is something we offer.

For this page, we show off one of our polymeric long jump installations carried out in Essex.

Below you can see the specific information on the install, aswell as the video transcript describing the job in detail.

If you are interesting in any of our polymeric long jump services we offer throughout the Essex area, be sure to contact us for a free, no obligation quote today.

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The rubberised all weather surface enables year round use and prevents being governed by the conditions. The natural free draining nature of the surface makes it perfectly suited for use in the UK.

Polymeric Long Jump Installation in Essex

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00:07 Hi guys. It’s Dan here and today we’re just going to be looking at a Polymeric Long Jump installation we carried out in the Essex area. So on the first photos here you can see that the old surface was completely water logged, basically rendering it completely unusable for the school, for the kids at the school.

00:20 So prior to us really carrying out any long jump works we kind of just had to remove what was already there. These photos kind of show that. We’ve dug it up completely, giving us the ability to kind of carry out the rest of the works and in doing this, it then allowed us to install the PCC edging, which is the pre-cast concrete edging, and as you can see from that there, that kind of gives us an idea of where to edge up to for our polymeric surface that we’re going to be installing.

00:42 Once that’s finished we then fit the take-off boards, which are essentially the place where the kind of jump off into the sandpit of the long jump facility. After that the polymeric surface itself is installed, which is a fantastic product because it’s porous, which basically means it can be used completely all year around and then finally the anti-slip colour coating which really brings out the colour of the product is then fitted.

01:02 That’s it guys. If you want to see any more videos related to long jump installations in Essex, make sure to check out my channel and check us out at http://softsurfaces.co.uk.

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Polymeric Surfacing Applications in Essex

A lot of our clients are often interested in what types of surfacing polymeric can actually be used for, and the truth is, its an extremely versatile type of flooring.

Listed below are some of the applications that polymeric surfacing can be used for in this area:

Polymeric Netball Court Essex
Polymeric Football Pitches Essex
Polymeric Basketball Court Essex
Polymeric Badminton Court Essex
Polymeric Volleyball Court Essex

Why Choose Us?

Here at soft surfaces we have over 25 years of experience installing Rubber Shockpad Bases in Essex.

We ensure that we use only the highest quality materials for our works, and our team of hard working installers will work around the clock to make sure your Essex Rubber Shockpad Bases meets the clients needs.

Our team also give you the option to also take care of the maintenance of your rubber shockpad once installed, making the process after the installation smooth and clean. Be sure to contact us if this is something you would be interested in, and someone from our team will be in touch right away.

Polymeric Long Jump Installation Process

The existing long jump was in major need of a revamp and had become unusable due to the uneven levels and sharp stones on the surface. It was also prone to waterlogging which wasn’t helped by the compacted mud on which it has been built.

Installation of Long Jump Sub Base

We started the process by excavating to the required depth and installing a specialist porous stone sub base which aids drainage and structurally supports the final surface. This also included the installation of precast concrete edges in order to increase the lifespan of the surface.

Installation of specialist porous stone and edges to aid drainage and support the polymeric surface.
The PCC edges add to the structural integrity of the facility and ensure that it is long lasting. It is important that all our installations last the test of time and therefore we always ensure that we make the right material choices. The take off boards are positioned and fixed into place before the final surface is installed. We can provide fixed or recessed take off boards in order to increase the usability of the area.

Installation of Rubber Shockpad Base

Installation of a black rubber base in preparation for the final coloured EPDM layer.
Once the sub base and edges are installed and the take off boards in place, a rubber base is goes down in preparation for the final polymeric rubber athletics Surface. All materials used are porous to aid drainage and ensure the long jump can be used in all weathers. The free draining nature also allows the surface to be laid completely flat, ensuring that it is fit for purpose.

Benefits of a Rubber Shockpad Base

Rubber Shockpad Bases are a very popular surface due to the fact it has many characteristics that improve the sport that is being played, an example of this would be how the ball bounces or research showing it has a massive reductions in injuries to players. We have also found that installing a rubber shockpad base can prolong the lifespan of the synthetic turf, this is a huge benefit as it becomes massively cost effective for the client.

Polymeric Track For Long/Triple Jump

The final layer of EPDM rubberised surface in terracotta red (track red) which is a traditional colour for UK athletics surfaces which offers an extremely professional looking finish.

Polymeric athletics surface installed in traditional terracotta red for a professional finish.
The numbered multi lane design is a great way of splitting the facility up so it can be used by multiple users at the same time. This is very important for schools with larger classes and also to speed up proceedings at sports day.

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Athletics Long Jump Surfaces in the UK

For more information on polymeric athletics long jump facilities along with other surface options, please get in touch using the contact form and we will be happy to offer some professional advice.

You can also find more information in relation to different types on our Long Jump Runway page.

Benefits of Trim Trails for Physical Development

Posted on May 23, 2024July 8, 2024 by Elliot

Creating a play area that challenges the children mentally and physically can be a really hard thing to do. You may not know what equipment needs to be used or how challenging it should be for them. Trim Trails are a great method for dealing with this problem as they offer a variety of challenges whilst also being achievable.

Today’s post will look into the benefits of Trim Trails for physical development and how to create the best one for your pupils.

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School Trim Trail Equipment

School trim trails are made up of a variety of play equipment to create an interesting and challenging course for pupils to try and navigate. The key point is that the equipment is varied and offers different challenges as well as improving a whole spectrum of skills. They encourage independent learning and cooperation depending on how the equipment is used. Some popular items include:

Wooden bridges – Connecting two points together on a wobbly bridge, this obstacle encourages kids to improve their balancing skills and to watch their footing. An incredibly popular piece of equipment.
Ropes/climbing nets – Climbing is a vital skill as it can improve muscle development, hand-eye coordination and encourages a positive attitude towards the challenge. A lot of recent playgrounds have got something like this installed.
Climbing walls – Again, climbing has many benefits but these walls help with footwork as well as providing an improvement on grip and muscle. Climbing walls have been a classic feature of most playgrounds and will stay around for much longer. Visit this post for more on the benefits of climbing for children.
Balancing beams – Simple yet effective. Working on balancing skills, balance beams are incredibly successful in helping kids understand how to traverse tricky obstacles whilst also having no threat of pain if failed.
Monkey bars – Another classic. Monkey bars help with upper body strength and help with producing a positive mindset. This is the ultimate test of determination as this obstacle will push kids to try and make it as far as they can.
Stepping stones/blocks – A more unique choice. Stepping stones can be tackled in a variety of ways. Whether it’s taking your time and slowly moving to each one or running over them as quickly as possible to try and conquer it. They’re so many ways to approach this one.

As shown above, each piece of equipment tries to utilise a different skill/factor to help pupils develop into more well-rounded people. This is usually why school trim trail equipment does well and has become so popular over recent years.

By creating your own custom trail as well, you can really cater towards certain skills that you want your students to improve on! For any queries, you may have on a trim trail, make sure to pop us a message as we will be able to provide some of the best information in the industry.

Building Children’s Strength and Coordination

Of course, trim trails are more physically intensive than most pieces of equipment that you will find located around the playground. This is due to how many of the obstacles require the children to have a good level of strength and coordination. Through the activities carried out on the trail, however, children can practise and develop their own motor skills.

Kids can meet the Ofsted requirements for physical activity as the trail will require running, walking, jumping, climbing, balancing and even more activities depending on how you customise the course. Ofsted really likes trim trails for this solid reason as they can offer a wide variety of exercises with no issues.

As well as this, coordination can be built upon as obstacles like climbing walls and balancing on beams will direct the pupils with visual aids to help them understand where their next step must go. Through this, it becomes a lot more natural for kids amongst this age group to perform activities like these with hardly any problem.

Improving Confidence on the Playground

Performing physical activities can give a boost to children’s confidence around the playground and throughout the day. By committing to an activity, children feel a lot happier with themselves when they can perform the activity with no problem. Exercise is known for improving confidence on the playground and encouraging children to interact with each other. These structures can also be used as props in role-playing and imaginative playground activities where kids make up their own games and scenes.

As well as this, the feeling of satisfaction of completing a difficult task can be achieved through these types of activities. Knowing this, it’s easy to see why students can feel an increase in confidence on the playground and how supervisors and carers can notice this change. Out of most activities, trim trails always seem to do a great job at engaging children’s attention and helping them build on their confidence.

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Trim Trail Designs for All Ages

When it comes to picking trim trail designs, it’s important that you understand the age group that you’re dealing with. You want to aim for a challenging yet possible course for your pupils to complete. If you make it too easy, you can end up with the students completing it too quickly and therefore feeling no sense of accomplishment.

If the trim trail is made too hard, then none of the students will attempt the course and those who do will have a massive decrease in self-confidence as they feel like they can’t complete it properly. It’s vital to keep these two points in mind as they will dictate the success rate amongst the children.

For those who may be stuck on how to construct a trim trail for your pupils, here are a few rough ideas on trim trail designs for all ages that you can adapt and alter to help create your ideal trail.

Nursery/pre-school – For this group, the trim trail doesn’t have to belong. As the pupils are only little in age and size, creating a simplistic trail is incredibly important. However, you need to try and make it look interesting as well. Using wooden bridges and stepping stones are great as they can help spark imagination and lead to a more engaged pupil. See more nursery playground designs here to get some ideas.
Primary school – At this point, a lot of the children have developed their physical and mental state and so you can add more challenge to the course. Monkey bars and balancing beams can push children physically whilst rewarding them with a sense of achievement If completed. You want to create a challenge, but not too much.
High school – Many of the pupils have started to have the mindset of an adult and the physicality of one as well. More advanced equipment like climbing walls and nets can be installed to make sure that the kids are getting the exercise that they need as well as providing that positive mental energy when completed.

Overall, it really is up to you how you design your trim trail. Keep in mind the age of the pupils and you’ll create a great course in no time! If you have any troubles with designing one or want a bit more information about them, then feel free to contact us here at Soft Surfaces.

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No one knows how to get the best from your pupils like us. With over 20 years of experience, it’s no wonder why more and more people are starting to realise that there is no one else like us in the industry. As you can see there are so many benefits of trim trails for physical development and mental health in schools.

Athletics Track Maintenance

Posted on May 23, 2024 by Elliot

With any type of sport surface, it is necessary to carry out regular cleaning and be proactive with a maintenance plan. Athletics track maintenance is vital and cleaning should be done regularly as this will keep the facility in the best possible condition and also ensure that it’s a safe surface for those who use it.

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Maintaining Athletic Facilities

The proactive athletics tracks maintenance techniques include sweeping, brushing, removing dirt, leaves and litter. You can also apply chemical treatments to prevent contamination. Applying chemical treatments, as part of a regular plan can remove moss and algae and also stop the growth upon the surface. This can make the flooring less likely to need reactive work and cut down the athletics surface maintenance costs.

If you want to keep your facility’s sports track within the best condition and want to prevent the need for renovations, then you need to keep on top of cleaning and stick to the plan. For help and advice on cleaning your facility, send us your details through our quick contact form. Our team have plenty of experience in dealing with a range of maintenance works. We would be happy to offer you an idea of costs for cleaning or repairs to your running track.

We provide a number of repairs and maintenance works for athletic facilities. This includes long jumps, running tracks and high jump areas. If you’d like to speak to one of our team members regarding the process of maintaining athletic facilities, please contact us now using the enquiry form.

There are two types of procedures: proactive and reactive maintenance. Proactive work is done to prevent damage and reactive methods are carried out when the damage has happened and this normally includes repairing surfaces. The servicing required will depend upon the type of athletics surface you have and its condition with regards to any damage or problems.

We may offer details on what you can do to maintain the surfacing and how you can carry out upkeep servicing works. We will give you information on how to extend the life of the facility, so please do not hesitate to contact us now.

Once long jump runways and other athletic facilities are built, low maintenance is required. To help keep the flooring in great condition, if any dirt appears you must remove it to prevent contamination. Sand pit covers have a plastic sheet and metal rods at the edges to keep it in place – this helps to keep the sand clean. To ensure the runway is safe, you should have a regular cleaning schedule. This is important so that users, particularly young children, are safe when using the area.

The whole cleaning service which we offer can also help to help keep your facility appearing brand-new. The dimensions of your surface, location and amount of work needed can all affect the price for these services. We encourage an upkeep schedule in order to keep the facility in the best possible condition. This also helps to lengthen the lifetime of the surfacing. If you have a run up facility with a sand pit, you can use a long jump sand pit rake to keep this area clean and free from dirt.

We are experts when it comes to maintaining athletics runways and we offer great prices for the maintenance services. Our team can provide expert advice on how to care for the runway. We’ll also offer details on what you should do in the event of any damages. If you’d like more information regarding the maintenance and repairs we complete, do not hesitate to contact us now.

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Running Tracks Cleaning

Cleaning of running tracks involves a range of methods and procedures and it varies on the different sizes and dimensions of your facility. We can complete running tracks cleaning at affordable prices to a top standard. Athletics surfaces can sustain damage when they have a lot of use and don’t get regular maintenance. This can lead to the surfacing needing repairs to restore the original qualities.

If you want to avoid having to carry out reactive work, such as resurfacing, retexturing, rejuvenations or applying new line markings, then you should make sure you regularly clean the surface. We also complete repairs for other sports surfaces, click here – http://softsurfaces.co.uk/sports-facility-maintenance/ to find out about cleaning and repairs we could do for multi use games areas, tennis courts, football pitches and more.

Below you can see one of our athletics track maintenance projects where we repaired a facility which had become damaged. This was a polymeric rubber surface which required repairs and respraying of the textured finish.

Athletics Maintenance Company

We are a professional athletics maintenance company who can offer great value for money. If you do have a sports surface which is in desperate need of repairing or fixing, don’t worry. We provide a number of repair services but you should do this as quickly as you can to prevent further damage.

It is necessary to have professionals carry out running track services, this is because they will have experience and a range of knowledge with regards to exactly what type of service needs to be carried out. The surfaces should be IAAF approved, as this will provide high quality surfaces for clubs to use for training and for competitive use.

Professional companies and contractors can advise and offer care on the sport facilities which need them. If a running surface becomes worn out due to the amount of heavy use it can be unsafe to use. This is because it could have rips and tears within the track which could make athletes trip. This is a clear hazard which can arise from having a damaged or dirty running track facility so it’s important to fix any problems with track maintenance as soon as possible and keep on top of your plan throughout the year.

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We are experts within the construction and upkeep of various sporting facilities and our team have worked on many projects. These services can be offered for schools, sports clubs, leisure centres and many other facilities, and we will put together a bespoke quote for you. The prices will depend on what you require for the project but we will do our best to stick to your budget.

If you need any advice on athletics track maintenance or repairs, please send us over your details through our contact from. Then we’ll be able to assist you with your enquiry. Our professional staff can offer advice and price estimates for cleaning and maintaining your running track surface. Don’t hesitate to get in touch with us as soon as possible.

Athletics Track Surfacing

Posted on May 23, 2024 by Elliot

There are a number of athletics track surfacing types to choose from whether you’re installing a full sized 400m running facility or a smaller area like a long jump runway or high jump fan. Each of the surface types that we install can come in a number of colours with designs and line markings for each individual event.

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Athletic Track Surface Types

The two main athletic track surface types that we specialise in are:

EPDM Polymeric Rubber – This surface is made up of rubber granules that are mixed in with a binder and then spread out on top of a macadam sub base. The rubber comes in a range of colours and can have line markings spray painted on for each different athletics event. Many high schools, colleges and clubs have the polymeric specification installed because it offers a more professional quality of surfacing for sprint tracks and long jump runways.
Needlepunch Synthetic Carpet – This is an artificial turf product which is fibre bonded with a tight yarn and has a layer of sand installed within the pile for stability. Because it gives a softer and more impact absorbing texture, the needlepunch grass is often chosen by primary schools for recreational sport facilities. This carpet can also come in a range of bright colours. Many organisations opt to have rainbow and striped designs installed.

Both of these athletics flooring types can be constructed to various specifications and area sizes so you can fully customise your facility and ensure it meets the needs of those who will be using it, whether it’s for recreational use of professional training and competitive events. Contact us today using the quick enquiry form and we’ll be able to give you some professional advice. We’ll also provide product sheets and a price quote for the work

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We can speak to our clients regarding the surfacing types available and find out about their spending budget to check whether they can afford a particular surface of not. If you would like to get in touch with our specialists for advice regarding the best flooring type to have installed, please complete the contact box on this page and we will reply as soon as possible.

Running Tracks Surfaces

A lot of schools and clubs throughout the UK choose to have sports track surfaces installed because of the wide array of designs and uses they can have. The polymeric athletics surfacing can come in either a structural spray design or a sandwich system. The one you choose will depend on your budget and the use that the facility is going to get.

We can install both of these specifications onto a macadam sub base. They provide great performance qualities for a range of different events. Some of the most popular include sprints, long-distance races and hurdles. The needlepunch synthetic turf design is a popular choice for running lane surfaces and long jump facilities in primary schools and recreational sports tracks. As a durable and versatile specification, needlepunch is also used for multi-use games areas in schools throughout the UK.

If you need any more information on athletics facility surfacing or you’re interested in having a new running track installed, please feel free to get in touch with us through our contact form. One of our team members will get back to you with some designs options. We’ll also be able to provide a quote for the work. Make sure you include area size, project location, and an idea of work you’d like us to carry out.

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Athletics Surface Options

There are two main athletics surface options: needlepunch and polymeric. Our teams often install these in educational facilities, clubs and leisure centres. Polymeric rubber along with needlepunch fibre bonded surfacing is often fitted for areas including running tracks, long jump, triple jump facilities and even high jumps.

These kinds of surfacing variations could be line marked that allows for multi-use games to be completed. Polymeric rubber surfaces are ideal for specialist sporting clubs and for competitive events. To create the Type 3 polymeric MUGA surfacing, EPDM rubber granules will be combined with the binder and then placed on the tarmac sub base.

Our team will fit each specification easily when using polymeric rubber surfacing. We can install it in a selection of diverse levels, sizes and shapes. For high jump runways, we’ll usually position a semi-circle shape in this surfacing. This kind of structure is perfect for completing your run-up.

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Multi-sport artificial turf is a fibre bonded carpet surface, and that is long-lasting and hard-wearing. We often install the needlepunch in a wide variety of varied designs and colours. The fibres in the needlepunch will stay upright with the installation of sand infill; which enables you to boost the playing characteristics for the surfacing.

Athletics Facility Surfacing

Needlepunch provides a smoother landing for long jumps and triple jumps. This means it is a lot safer for children to use it in school. It is essential to have specialists install the athletics runway. This will make certain that the runway complies with the necessary requirements. If you have a polymeric rubber surface, we supply removable take off boards. We also include triple jump sand pit rubber edges to help enhance safety. The landing pit of your facility should contain specialist silica sand. It also needs to have a suitable perimeter edging material. Your long jump and triple jump runways will need minor servicing once built.

To maintain the athletics facility surfacing and keep it in good condition, you will need to carry out regular cleaning. This should be done if any dirt or grime appears. Cleaning this surface will stop contaminants from appearing and causing problems. It is possible to install landing area covers, this will help to keep your sand clean when not in use. An athletic track maintenance approach is really important in order to avoid any problems of contaminants occurring which may contribute to safety risks.

Our professionals can provide an entire upkeep and cleaning service. The dimensions of your surface, location and work required are all issues that could impact the price of maintenance. We recommend an upkeep service program in order to keep the surface in top condition. This can also help to lengthen the lifespan of the surface facility.

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If you would like to find out more about athletics track surfacing, please contact our team today using the enquiry form provided. As soon as we receive the enquiry we will get back to you with answers to all of your questions.

Long Jump Runway

Posted on May 23, 2024 by Elliot

Over the last few years, athletic sports and events have gained popularity due to Great Britain’s success at the London 2012 Olympic Games. As a result, there has never been a better time to consider an upgrade or new construction of athletics facilities, such as long jump runways, to help promote new athletes into sport. The construction of any of these needs to be carried out by a specialist contractor. This is to make sure the levels, drainage and safety are all to meet accreditations.

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Long Jump Runway Construction

The construction of athletic jumping pit, triple jump run up and high jumping runway includes an engineered subbase with either a polymeric rubber surface, which can have removable take-off boards built-in or an artificial carpet for the runway. The landing sand pit needs and infill of round silica sand within a retaining edge.

Jumping track facilities in primary schools often have the Multisport synthetic specification. This provides a softer area for recreational use in lessons and after-school clubs. This colourful surface type can also be installed as playground activity surfacing which is used with a number of games for children of all ages.

The benefits of the long/triple runways, javelin surfaces and high jump fans are that they are pretty much maintenance-free and they can be designed to any dimensions and sizes to meets budgets, funding, price, quote, costs and site restraints.

The best way to contact us with regards to an enquiry for long jump runway construction is to fill in our quick form with your details and an idea of the work you need us to complete. We will get back to you as soon as possible with some advice on a quote and design for your project.

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Long jump runways, triple run ups, javelin surfaces and high jump fans are popular with schools, leisure centres and colleges. We can renovate, upgrade and replace existing athletic runways or offer full new construction of running tracks, including landing sand pits, triple jump pathways, Multisport synthetic carpets and polymeric surfaces.

Synthetic Long Jump Pit

There are 4 main types of surfacing for synthetic long jump pit runways facilities that contractors, suppliers and consultants specify:

Multisport Synthetic Turf Carpet – This is a fibre bonded needlepunch artificial grass specification which is infilled with sand and provides a durable, soft surface for schools and recreational facilities.
Olympic Track Polymeric Sports Surfaces System – A full EPDM rubber crumb surfacing system to a depth of 13mm which is installed in multiple layers.
Sandwich Polymeric Sports Surfaces System – It’s a 2 layer surface system constructed with an SBR base course and EPDM wearing course to a depth of 13mm (10mm + 3mm).
Spray Coat Polymeric Sports Surfaces System – It’s a textured sprayed surface EPDM textured finish onto an SBR base course to a depth of 15mm (12mm + 3mm).

These specifications can be used for a range of facilities in schools and up to IAAF standard long jump events. It’s important to think about your budget and how you will use the facility so you can choose the right design for your project.

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Our athletics and long jumping facility services can include the following:

Design and construction of long triple jump run up with specialist sand pit
Repairs to existing running tracks and other track and field facilities
Installation of throwing circles for discus, hammer and shot putt
Cleaning and maintenance to jumping tracks and sand pits
Top up of silica sand for landing pit areas

Requirements for Funding

The requirements for funding you need to meet include:

Improving health and fitness.
Improving and bringing a community together.
Offering better chances in life.
Improving the environment.

Installing a Jumping Track

Last year we completed an installation for a brand new athletics runway and sand pit in Berkshire. The client chose to have the Multisport artificial surface type installed in bright red to give an eye-catching look and durable finish to the run-up track.

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Our installers carried out the full works including stone sub base and edgings, laying the artificial carpet and install the sand landing pit at the end of the runway. Take a look at the video below to see the complete process for this sports runway installation:

If you have got any more questions regarding the process of installing a jumping track, make certain to get in touch with our team now using the enquiry form provided. An expert will reply as quickly as possible with all the information you need.

Specialist Long Jump Installers

Specialist long jump installers should carry out the surfacing installation task. To build a long jump, you will first need to do the groundworks. The preparation works are very important and if not done in the right way, it may cause surface problems. It’s important to excavate the current surface and then take it to the appropriate level. We ensure the sub-base floor is flat and compact, this will make the substrata solid.

Next, we install PCC solid tips for the border along with a geotextile membrane layer. We also offer the option of rubber sand pit edges if you’d prefer this. We use geotextile membranes within the sub-base to avoid weeds growing. We’ll then apply a natural stone sub-base to make a solid and also porous level.

Finally, we’ll apply a tarmacadam covering as a base if necessary, this will make the surface flat, long-lasting as well as porous. If you need takeoff boards, we’ll include them in this process. The sand pits for long-jump surfaces are available in a variety of sizes to accommodate the customer’s requirements.

Both polymeric rubber and needlepunch can be used for long jumps. The two kinds of surfaces are permeable, which means they won’t flood or water-log. We’ll roll out needlepunch surfacing similar to a carpet onto the sub-base and then connected using glue. The needlepunch fibres are woven with each other to create a sturdy floor for long jumps.

We’ll then spread a fine sand infill throughout the carpet to offer excellent playing characteristics. This sort of surfacing is popular for educational facilities. Competitive sports establishments generally have polymeric rubberised flooring installed. This is because experts use this form of track. The surfacing consists of rubber crumb and a specialist binder. We will roll this mixture out onto the surface.

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Maintaining Jumping Tracks

In order to keep the long jump runway in great condition, we recommend regular maintenance. We highly recommend having a cleaning schedule as you are being proactive with the maintenance. This helps to avoid deterioration and make sure that the facility remains safe.

You should perform routine maintenance depending on the surface that you have put down. The costs of maintaining athletics tracks can vary depending on the conditions but we are able to provide a quote.

Carrying out upkeep servicing could remove any kind of rubbish and dirt which could affect the drainage structure. If your athletics track gets any marks on it, you can use warm water and soap to clean it. If any unwanted weeds appear, treatment should be applied as soon as possible. It is necessary to not use any oil-based products, simply because this can cause problems with the surfacing.

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Funding for Ofsted Long Jump

A lot of schools are now obtaining funding for Ofsted long jump facilities because they have noticed the benefits of them. When applying for funding, it is important for schools to decide what type of facility they want. They should also make sure that it meets the requirements to receive funding.

There are over 10,000 funding organisations who have the funds available for schools, PTAs and other community groups to improve their facilities. A lot of people don’t know how to access funds or how to apply. However, if you watch our video below, it explains how to apply.

Long Jump Facility Installation Costs

The costs to build a long jump runway and sand pit facility can vary depending on a number of different factors including the surfacing specification, the location of the project and the ease of access to site.

We can help tailor a quote which fits within your budget and meets your needs to give you the perfect athletics facility for your club, school or college.

It’s important to make sure you choose a specialist sport surfacing contractor to build a long jump runway as the final product needs to be safe for use and provide the best performance characteristics.

We have a wealth of knowledge and experience in the sports and play surface construction industry and we can offer you advice on prices, costs and specifications for long jump facilities to ensure you get the best value product for your money.

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We can carry out a range of services to install, upgrade and maintain surfacing for athletics tracks and long jump runway facilities. We work at schools, colleges, athletics clubs and leisure centres throughout the UK. Our staff have experience in helping clients to design a bespoke facility.

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We aim to meet their requirements and keep the costs within their budget. We would be happy to discuss any enquiry you have for a jumping runway surface so please contact us and we’ll get back to you with a quote for the work you’d like us to carry out.

Long Jump Runway Installation in Chorley Lancashire

Posted on May 23, 2024 by Elliot

At Soft Surfaces, we are specialist installers of long jump runways in Chorley, Lancashire. We are also able to install this surface in and around the entire Lancashire area.

In this particular post, we showcase one of our long jump runway installations that we carried out in Chorley, Lancashire.

You can see below the specific information for this project, as well as a video transcript that describes the job in detail.

In addition to installations, our team can offer long jump runway repair services for existing long jump runways within the Chorley area. So if you currently have a long jump runway that needs rejuvenation or resurfacing don’t hesitate to get in touch with us today.

If you are interested in any of our long jump runway installation services we offer throughout the entire Lancashire area, feel free to get in touch for a free no obligation quote.

Long Jump Runway Surfacing In Chorley, Lancashire Case Study

What was the specification? : Multisport Synthetic
What colours were used? : Red
What was the size of the job? : 115m²
How long did the job take?: 3 days on site

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Long Jump Runway Installation

Check out the video below to see our team installing a new long jump runway and sandpit in Chorley.

Video Transcript
Hi guys it’s Dan here, and today we’re going to be showing you a Long Jump Runway Installation in Chorley, Lancashire.

For this particular job the client was a school and got in touch with us interested in having a brand new long jump facility built onto their field. When we ran through the surface types we offer and the services we provide, we were getting to work before we knew it.

So with the long jump and triple jump runways, we install across the country we generally go for the polymeric surface, which is a flooring type made up of EPDM rubber. This is well regarded as being the best for athletics surfacing, as running and jumping on polymeric gives a perfect feel for this sport.

Furthermore, opting for polymeric also gives the clients the freedom of choosing any colour they’d like for their new long jump runway, as polymeric can be specified in practically any colour you want. This is ideal for those wanting to ensure their new sports facility matches or compliments its surroundings.

Additionally, we actually build a sand pit and sand pit cover for your new long jump as part of the installation process too, and the great thing with the sand pit covers we fit is that they too can be specified in absolutely any colour you wish!

At Soft Surfaces we take pride in the fact that we have become industry leaders at installing long jumps nationwide, and have been doing so for over two decades now, so you’ve come to the right place if this is a facility you’re looking to have built.

So here are the final photos of the work now that the long jump has been built, and you can see it looks absolutely brilliant. The client love their new facility, and were so pleased with the work we did for them.

Even though we do work nationwide, after carrying out a lot of jobs in the Lancashire area we rank in Google for the following phrases:

Rubber Long Jump Builders in Lancashire
Chorley Triple Jump Surfacing Company
Lancashire Long Jump Sand Pit Experts
EPDM Long Jump Runways in Chorley
Best Long Jump Flooring Providers Lancashire
And much more.

So thanks a lot for watching today’s video guys, and to enquire today please contact us at www.softsurfaces.co.uk or simply give us a call at 01625 445 760.

Benefits Of Long Jump Runway Flooring In Chorley, Lancashire

Having a long jump runway installed in the Chorley, Lancashire area has many benefits these include:

Maintenance Free

Having a maintenance-free surface installed is always a bonus since not everyone has the time to maintain their long jump runways.

This also means it is a durable surface in all weather conditions which is what makes long jump runways so popular.

High-Impact Flooring

The shock pad that is installed underneath the surfacing is high-impact absorbing meaning when the athletes are running on the runway the surface is soft on their joints.

This then reduces the risk of injury on the runway.

Long Lasting

Long jump runways are extremely hard-wearing and long-lasting.

This makes the surfacing handy for schools since they will only be used every now and again they will last a very long time.

Why Choose Us?

Here at Soft Surfaces, our team has over 25 years of experience installing long jump runways in the Chorley and Lancashire areas.

Our team pride themselves on only using the highest quality materials for our projects and our expert installers will work tirelessly to ensure that your Chorley long jump runway looks up to an excellent standard in whatever specification you desire.

Additionally, our team can take care of the maintenance of your surface once it has been installed, this makes the process of caring for your new long jump runway a breeze. Feel free to get in touch with us if this is something you would be interested in and a member of our team will get back to you right away.

Other Lancashire Areas We Install Long Jump Runways

Long Jump Installation in Preston
Long Jump Installation in Burnley
Long Jump Installation in Lancaster
Long Jump Installation in Pendle
Long Jump Installation in Crosby

And any other surrounding area.

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If you would like a long jump runway installed in Chorley please make sure to get in touch using the contact form provided.

We can offer information on designs, colours and prices along with advice on preparation works and more.

Long Jump Surface Construction Athletics Track Costs

Posted on May 23, 2024 by Elliot

Long Jump Pit Construction Athletics Track Costs are usually funded to many schools. The grants available are widespread within the UK as the IAAF and UK Athletics are trying to get the track and field athletics facilities across the United Kingdom in schools, leisure centres and sports clubs.

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Building a Long Jump Runway

The long jump pit construction is usually infilled with a fine silica play sand between some rubber soft kerbing that is installed to the perimeter of the long jump pit. The athletics track runway for the long or triple jump is usually constructed the same way as an athletics track with a solid sub base to apply the polymeric sports surfacing onto otherwise known as a tartan surface, epdm surfacing or athletic track floor.

The costs can vary for a long jump runway construction dependent on the dimensions, the sizes, specifications and design of the track runway and also the quote can vary in price dependent on whether there is other works to be done at the same time like a throwing circle for discus, hammer or shot put or even a high jump fan that might need constructing.

Athletics Facility Contractors

Experts should do long jump building tasks, since they will likely have more experience. The first section of a long jump runway installation is to make the sub base works. If your groundworks are not done appropriately, it can cause plenty of complications. Excavating the prior surfacing is done initially, this involves taking the surface to the correct depth. The sub base surface will be made flat and also compressed, this will make the substrata strong. Then PCC concrete tips are installed for your perimeter and a geotextile membrane layer is put in. Having a geotextile membrane within the sub-base will prevent weeds growing. MOT type One stone is used and compacted within the sub base surfacing. Lastly, a tarmacadam layer is included, this will make the surface level, long-lasting and porous. When take off boards are being used, they’d be added in this process. Sand pits are recommended at the end of long jumps, we could set up this sort of area in a choice of styles and also specifications.

Long Jump Track Specifications

There’s 2 kinds of long jump surfacing. There is fake needlepunch materials or perhaps polymeric rubberised surface types. Both kinds of surfaces will be porous, this means they do not hold water. The type of surfacing you choose will have an effect on the long jump pit construction athletics track costs. Needlepunch surfaces are generally rolled out just like a carpet to the sub base and then connected by using glue. The synthetic materials will be combined through a needling process which makes strength. Fine sand infill will then get spread all through the carpeting to offer great performance characteristics. Many schools, as well as recreational establishments, get the needlepunch turf installed for long jump facilities. The needlepunch flooring is used as it’s much softer and more comfortable for young individuals. Polymeric EPDM surfaces are the preferred option for athletics clubs. As it is used by lots of pros and industry experts. The surface area is made of rubberized crumb and binder and afterwards rolled on top of the area.

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Maintenance of Athletics Surfaces

It is always recommend that you complete schedule servicing for the long jump run-way to keep it in great condition. To get proactive with the repairs and maintenance, a long jump track cleansing plan should really be put together. This may prevent big and costly athletics track maintenance being required. A mild jet-wash, as well as sweeping, must be carried out regularly. Simply by undertaking this particular routine maintenance you may get eliminate dirt and also leaves so the pores don’t get blocked up. Always be certain an individual wear suitable boots and shoes when using the long jump surface to avoid impairments. If your athletics surface gets any kind of stains on there, warm water and also soap can be used to cleanse it. Unwanted weeds and moss can show up if routine maintenance is not carried out frequently, if it does, then a moss and also algae solution really should be used. It is necessary to not make use of any sort of oil based products, because this might cause surfacing problems. In cold conditions a rubberized edge shovel along with brush really should eliminate any ice or snow. Please do not make use of sand or grit within the athletics run up surface because these can harm the material. There are specialist de-icers for surfaces accessible if you’d like to make use of them.

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Please get in touch with our team today to find out more about the different services we offer for long jump facilities in schools and clubs. Simply complete the contact form with your details and let us know what you need so we can get back to you. One of our experts will be happy to discuss the different costs and provide a quote to suit your budget.

Polymeric Long Jump Pit Construction in Leeds, West Yorkshire

Posted on May 23, 2024 by Elliot

At Soft Surfaces, we’re a specialist installer on polymeric long jump pits in Leeds and are able to fit this surface across West Yorkshire.

In addition to installations, our tea, can offer polymeric long jump pit repair services for existing polymeric long jump pits within this location, so if you have currently got a polymeric long jump put that needs either resurfacing or rejuvenating, feel free to get in touch with us.

For this particular blog post, we show off one of our polymeric long jump pit constructions that we carried out in Leeds, West Yorkshire.

Below you can see the specific information for this install, as well as the video transcript describing the job in detail.

As always, if you are interested in any of our polymeric long jump services we offer throughout Leeds or the entire West Yorkshire area, feel free to get in touch with us for a free, no obligation quote today.

Polymeric Long Jump Pit Construction in Leeds, West Yorkshire Case Study

What was the specification? : Polymeric rubber surfacing
What colours were used? : Red
What was the size of the job? : 46m²
How long did the job take?: 2 days on site

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Polymeric Rubber Long Jump Runway

Take a look at the video below to see our team carrying out a long jump pit construction in Leeds, West Yorkshire.

Video Transcript
Hi guys it’s Dan here, and today we’re going to be showing you a Polymeric Surface Long Jump Pit Construction in Leeds, West Yorkshire.

So this client contacted us explaining how they had an open field and wanted a long jump facility installed on it. We explained the services we offer, and once a date was agreed we were on site getting to work.

The long jump runways we install here at Soft Surfaces are often made up of polymeric rubber surfacing, as this specification is the most suited to athletics use. This is because its rubber surface makes it excellent to run and jump on, making it even more suited to sports such as long jump and triple jump.

Our polymeric surface types have other benefits too, one of the biggest being the fact that you can decide exactly what colour you’d like your runway to be prior to the install, and we can make it happen. From bright colours to traditional athletics finishes and even multi-coloured designs, it’s completely your call. We can discuss these with you in detail during the enquiry stage.

Here at Soft Surfaces we also install the long jump sand pit and sand pit cover if needed also, and you’ll see from the completed photos in a second that we install these for this job too. There’s no job too big or too small for us, and from working nationwide fitting these facilities up and down the country, you can trust us to carry out the best installation possible.

As you can see now the job has been fully completed, and looks really stunning in this red and blue specification. They’re absolutely in love with their new facility, and couldn’t have been happier with the works.

At Soft Surfaces we’ve carried out a lot of work in the West Yorkshire area, and rank in Google for these keywords:

Long Jump Surfacing Experts Leeds
West Yorkshire EPDM Rubber Long Jump Company
Leeds Triple Jump Runway Specialists
Long Jump Installers in West Yorkshire
Polymeric Rubber Athletics Surfacing Leeds
And much more.

So thanks a lot for watching today’s video guys, if you’d like to contact us for a quote please just visit http://softsurfaces.co.uk/ or give us a call at 01625 445 760 and our team will get back to you right away.

Thanks a lot for watching, and we hope to hear from you soon.

Benefits of a Polymeric Surface

All Weather Surface

Polymeric surfaces can be used all year round, which is great for schools because teachers are still able to carry out activities in the winter months without worrying about activities being called off.

Anti-Slip Finish

Having a polymeric surface installed in Leeds as opposed to another surface will massively increase the slip resistance of the surface, due to the finish that is applied to the surface. This surface will be considerably safer than many of its competitors, this also makes polymeric a great all weather surface.

Low Maintenance

It is very common for polymeric surfaces to last many years without needing a rigorous maintenance schedule or respraying.

Polymeric Surfacing Applications in Leeds

A lot of our clients are often interested in what types of surfacing polymeric can actually be used for, and the truth is that it is a very versatile flooring type.

To give some examples, here are some of applications that polymeric can be used for in this area:

Polymeric Sports Surface Leeds
Polymeric Sports Court Leeds
Polymeric Tennis Court Leeds

Why Choose Us?

At Soft Surfaces our team have over 25 years of experience installing polymeric long jump pits in Leeds, as well as across West Yorkshire in general.

The team pride themselves on only using the highest quality materials for our works, and our hard working installers will work relentlessly to ensure your Leeds polymeric long jump pit looks brilliant brilliant no matter the specification you desire.

Additionally our team can take care of the maintenance of your surface once installed too, making the process of caring for your new polymeric long jump pit surface a breeze. Feel free to get in touch with us if this is something you would be interested in, and a member of our team will get back to you right away.

Other West Yorkshire Areas we Install Polymeric Long Jump Pits

At Soft Surfaces, we’re able to install polymeric long jump pits throughout the West Yorkshire area, including the following areas:

Polymeric Long Jump Pit Construction in Bradford
Polymeric Long Jump Pit Construction in Huddersfield
Polymeric Long Jump Pit Construction in Wakefield
Polymeric Long Jump Pit Construction in Halifax
Polymeric Long Jump Pit Construction in Batley

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If you would like polymeric long jump pit installed in Leeds, please make sure to speak to us using the contact form provided.

We can offer information on designs, colours and prices along with advice on preparation works and more.

Thank you for taking the time to look at our case study, and for any more questions, please get in touch today.

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Polymeric Long Jump Pit Construction in Glasgow

Posted on May 23, 2024 by Elliot

At Soft Surfaces, we’re a specialist installer on polymeric long jump pits in Glasgow and are able to fit this surface nationwide.

Post installation, our team can offer polymeric long jump repair services for existing polymeric long jumps within this location, so if you currently have a polymeric long jump that needs either rejuvenating or resurfacing, be sure to get in contact with us.

For this particular blog post, we show off one of our polymeric long jump installations that we carried out in Glasgow.

Below you can see the specific information for this install, as well as the video transcript describing the job in detail.

As always if you are interested in any of our polymeric long jump services that we offer throughout Glasgow, feel free to get in touch with us for a free no obligation quote today.

Polymeric Long Jump Pit Construction in Glasgow Case Study

What was the specification? : Polymeric rubber surfacing
What colours were used? : Red
What was the size of the job? : 120m²
How long did the job take?: 3 days on site

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Polymeric Long Jump Runway

We carried out a polymeric rubber long jump track installation in Glasgow. Check out the video below to see the full project from start to finish.

Video Transcript
Hi guys it’s Dan here, and today we’re going to be showing you a polymeric surface long jump pit construction in Glasgow.

So the school that owned this large field contacted us explaining how they were looking for a long jump runway and pit to be fitted next to their sports pitch. When we ran through the services we could offer them they booked us in right away.

For the actual runway of this installation, we opted for a polymeric surface, which is generally the favoured surface for long jump athletics facilities. This is because running and jumping on polymeric is great due to its EPDM rubber qualities.

Additionally, polymeric clients have the luxury of being able to customise their runway with whatever colour they’d like, from bright finishes to more traditional looks, this can be decided by you during the enquiry stage.

You can see on this actual install that we fitted a sand pit to the end of the runway as part of the full long jump installation, which is also a service we offer. There’s no job too big or too small for us, and as we work nationwide across the UK please feel free to enquire if you are interested in having works carried out.

So as you can see from the photos now the job has been fully installed, and the client at this school was delighted with the work we carried out. They love their new long jump facility, which they specified in this brilliant traditional terracotta red finish.

Whilst we are a nationwide company, here at Soft Surfaces we’ve installed and maintained lots of long jump facilities in the Glasgow area, and because of this we rank in Google for these key phrases:

Rubber EPDM Long Jump Experts Glasgow
Best Triple Jump Installers in Glasgow, Scotland
Glasgow Polymeric Long Jump Sand Pit Specialists
Triple Jump Athletics Surfacing Glasgow
Glasgow Long Jump Construction Company
And much more.

Find Out More

Thanks a lot for watching this video guys, and to enquire today please contact us at www.softsurfaces.co.uk or simply give us a call at 01625 445 760.

Why Choose Us?

At Soft Surfaces our team have over 25 years of experience installing polymeric long jumps in Glasgow, as well as nationwide.

Our team pride themselves on only using the highest quality materials for our works, and our hard working installers will work relentlessly to ensure your Glasgow polymeric long jump surface looks brilliant in no matter what the specification you desire.

Additionally our team can take of the maintenance of your surface once installed too, making the process of caring for your polymeric long jump surface a breeze. Be sure to get in touch with us today if this is something you would be interested in, and a member of our team will get back to you as soon as possible.

Other Areas in Scotland we Install Polymeric Long Jump

At Soft Surfaces, we’re able to install polymeric long jump surfacing throughout the Glasgow area, including the following areas:

Polymeric Long Jump installation in Edinburgh
Polymeric Long Jump installation in Inverness
Polymeric Long Jump installation in Aberdeen
Polymeric Long Jump installation in Dundee
Polymeric Long Jump installation in Paisley

Contact Us Today

If you would like a polymeric long jump installed in Glasgow, please be sure to speak to us using the contact form provided.

We can offer information on designs, colours and prices along with advice on preparation works and more.

Thank you for taking a look at our case study, and for any more questions please get in touch today.

Polymeric Surface Long Jump Runway in Kettering, Northamptonshire

Posted on May 23, 2024 by Elliot

At Soft Surfaces, we are specialist installers of polymeric surface long jump runways in Kettering, Northamptonshire.

In this post, we showcase one of the polymeric surface long jump runways we carried out in Kettering, Northamptonshire, you can see below the specific information for this installation as well as the video transcript describing the job in detail.

In addition to the initial installation, our team can offer polymeric surface long jump runway repair services for existing polymeric runways that may need rejuvenating or resurfacing.

If this sounds like something you would be interested in feel free to get in touch with us for a free no-obligation quote.

Polymeric Rubber Long Jump Runway In Kettering, Northamptonshire

What was the specification? : Polymeric rubber surface
What colours were used? : Red
What was the size of the job? : 115m²
How long did the job take?: 3 days on site

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Polymeric Rubber Long Jump Track

Check out our case study video below showing our team installing a polymeric rubber long jump in Kettering, Northamptonshire.

Video Transcript
Hi guys it’s Dan here, and today we’re going to be showing you a Polymeric Surface Long Jump Runway Installation in Kettering, Northamptonshire.

So this client got in touch with us enquiring about having a full long jump built onto their field. We broke down the surface types and colours available to them, and before we knew it we were on site cracking on.

Polymeric Rubber surfacing is the main flooring type we use for athletics facilities and is what we fitted for this job. Most people go for polymeric as its EPDM rubber is brilliant underfoot, making it great for both running and jumping.

Polymeric is a surface type that can also be fitted in basically any colour you want, from more traditional athletics finishes to the wildest colour combinations, this really is totally up to the client. We can run through all of your options with this during the enquiry stage.

For this actual job, and for most long jump and triple jump jobs we carry, you’ll see that we also install a sand pit and fit and pit cover to the facility as well. We offer this as part of our full installation service, and as a bonus, the sand pit itself can also be specified in a wide range of colour choices to suit.

At Soft Surfaces we have become a leading installer of long jump and triple jump facilities across the country, working on jobs of all shapes and sizes. So no matter what size work you’re looking to have carried out, please feel free to get in touch.

You can see now that the job has been fully installed, and looks great in the traditional terracotta red finish they specified. The client was really pleased with the work we carried out, and ultimately with their new facility.

Whilst we are proud to be a nationwide company, as we’ve done a lot of work in the Northamptonshire area we actually rank in Google for these phrases:

Northamptonshire Long Jump Installers
Best Rubber Long Jump Builders Kettering
Athletics Surfacing Company in Northamptonshire
Kettering Long Jump Sand Pit Installation
Northamptonshire Rubber Long Jump Runways
and much more.

So thanks a lot for watching today’s video guys, and to enquire today please contact us at www.softsurfaces.co.uk or simply give us a call at 01625 445 760.

Benefits Of Polymeric Long Jump Runways

There are many benefits of having a polymeric long jump runway some of these include:

Maintenance Free

Having a maintenance-free surface installed is always a bonus since not everyone has the time to maintain their long jump runways.

This also means it is a durable surface in all weather conditions which is what makes Polymeric long jump runways so popular.

High-Impact Flooring

The shock pad that is installed underneath the surfacing is high-impact absorbing meaning when the athletes are running on the runway the surface is soft on their joints.

This then reduces the risk of injury on the runway.

Long Lasting

Polymeric long jump runways are extremely hard-wearing and long-lasting.

This makes the surfacing handy for schools since they will only be used every now and again they will last a very long time.

Why Choose Us?

At Soft Surfaces, we have over 25 years of experience installing polymeric long jump runways in the Kettering and Northamptonshire areas.

Our team of expert installers only use the best and highest quality materials for our projects and will work to the best of their ability to ensure that your polymeric long jump runway looks up to an excellent standard no matter what specification you desire.

As well as the installation, our team can take care of the maintenance process which should make caring for your new polymeric long jump runway a breeze. If this sounds like something you would be interested in, get in contact with us today and a member of our team will get back to you as soon as possible.

Other Northamptonshire Areas We Install Polymeric Long Jump Runways

At Soft Surfaces, we are able to install polymeric long jump runways throughout the Northamptonshire area which includes the following:

Polymeric Long Jump Runway Installation In Daventry
Polymeric Long Jump Runway Installation In Northampton
Polymeric Long Jump Runway Installation In Wellingborough
Polymeric Long Jump Runway Installation In Corby
Polymeric Long Jump Runway Installation In East Northamptonshire
Polymeric Long Jump Runway Installation In South Northamptonshire

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If you would like a polymeric long jump runway installed in the Northamptonshire area, please make sure to get in touch using the contact form provided.

We can offer information on designs colours and prices along with advice on preparation works and more.

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