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School Adventure Trail Designs

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Bring out the child in your planning, as you get imaginative with the playground space. It’s amazing how easy it is to turn land into an exciting obstacle course. There’s an assortment of advantages to utilising the playground area- adventure trails and other obstacle courses can make the most of little room- this in-turn enables more kids to play, all at once.

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School adventure trail designs can be exhilarating school inclusions and as the years go on, we are seeing more and more introduced to school premises. A trail design can consist of various kinds of play area equipment including ‘monkey bars’, balance beams, traversing and climbing apparatuses.

Each of the previously discussed all come with their own advantages too, not only do they enable a school to make more of the space, but also give kids the opportunity to develop their coordination, physical and cognitive skills.

Learning may seem as though it is all classroom-based, but you’d be wrong to assume that is where lessons finish. The playground provides many a lesson, not only for motor skills but for social and problem-solving too.

Read on to find out what types of trails, equipment and playgrounds are available, as well as the potential benefits they can have for little ones.

Activity Trail Surfaces for Schools

Activity trail surfaces for schools can be designed in a number of ways and there are also factors that should be taken into account, this extends further than the aesthetics and design- it should also include safety.

What do we mean by safety? Playgrounds often spring to mind when we talk about accidents at school, and they can’t be completely avoided. Nonetheless, precautions are imperative. As well as rules, regulations and play area monitors, it also comes down to the surroundings.

That is why we recommend wetpour and rubber mulch solutions for the ground, especially surrounding playground equipment. Both have been carefully cultivated to offer extra protection in case of a fall. Don’t worry the base shock pad, isn’t obvious and actually appears as normal concrete or flooring that we’re used to, only it does provide our children with a safer area.

Two of the safety-orientated, robust and sleek types of surfacing that we are referring to, are discussed in more detail below:

  • Wet Pour Surfacing– Wet Pour is also a rubber surfacing that you often see in schools and nurseries. Most of the time you will hear it called ‘soft tarmac’ or even rubber, it is made of two layers including a shock pad and helps prevent injuries.
  • Rubber Mulch– Ideal for muddy playgrounds, with a lot of grip, a soft surface and a natural look. The rubber mulch flooring is another great way to implement safety precautions for children’s school play.

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Equipment for Adventure Trails

Soft surfaces are important, but you’ll also want to know more about the equipment for adventure trails. There’s no end to equipment, there are many different choices and just browsing them will have you feeling young again.

It’s all about ensuring that the kids get to enjoy their surroundings whilst simultaneously developing their physical attributes.

Some of the equipment for school trails includes:

  • EY Adventure Trail
  • Fitness Equipment
  • Lumber Stacks
  • Jungle Gyms
  • Traditional Play

There’s no reason to stick to just one of the above, all of them are exhilarating for children and by incorporating them, you can accommodate more pupils at once.

There are endless options for them, and the above categories allow for swings, balance logs, bridges and obstacles. Combined with a safe surface, they can be great for all students. The general age range is from five years old to twelve, ensuring that the entire primary school can embrace all that an adventure trail has to offer.

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School Playground Obstacle Course

A boring outdoor space can be transformed into an exciting domain for children to progress, socialise and channel their energy. Obstacle courses can be made up of various apparatus, whether they are made to climb, duck-under, balance or simply sit on.

Use fitness-related play or assault-style courses that require a great setup for playground activities. You’ll be able to add the likes of duck and dive posts, chin-up bars, log pass, stairs, slides, traverse, netting and more.

As you delve into the possibilities, you become astonished with how many diverse obstacles and fun equipment are available at our fingertips. Schools don’t need to be dull or limited by space, instead they can be made enjoyable with good value courses sure to keep children fit and healthy.

Benefits of Adventure Playgrounds

It may seem as though these playgrounds are there to incite children into a frenzy before they begin their next class. There’s more to it than simply allowing pupils to have their one-hour to blow off steam. Instead, it has great value for each and every child.

Each individual will have their own preference, to what course or type of equipment they prefer. Regardless, there’s a long list of advantages. This includes physical health as well as much more.

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Some of the benefits to adventure playgrounds include:

  • Motor Skills- All obstacles and playgrounds entail problem-solving, this creates skills in solving problems as well simultaneously improving motor skills. This could be holding and gripping small bars, as well as gross motor skills such as jumping and playing. Check out this post to learn more on the benefits of sensory activities.
  • Coordination- Similar to the above, different types of courses and playground games allow children to progress their skills. Different bars to hang from or beams to balance on, enable them to aid their eye-to-hand coordination.
  • Physical & Fitness Health- One of the more obvious benefits, has to be fitness. By introducing a playground with obstacles and equipment, it offers more reasons to run around and stay active.
  • Social Skills- Enjoyable physical tasks will encourage children to play together. They will soon get involved with helping each other finish the course, as well as giving each other tips. It’s a great way for them to come together and socialise.

Outdoor Safety Flooring Designs

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Outdoor safety surfacing is most commonly installed in nurseries, schools, playgrounds and parks but we have often installed them for houses and work environments. It is important because it protects children and all of the surfacing which we install meets the necessary BS EN 1177 play area standards.

Wetpour surfacing can be installed in many different colours; this allows you to make your playground a bright, colourful, exciting and visually pleasing surface. Wet pour is the most popular outdoor safety flooring for playgrounds, this is most likely because of its range of benefits and the fact that coloured rubber graphics can be inserted into the surface, making your play area unique and also able to stand out.

Rubber mulch is a shredded rubber flooring type and it is normally installed in community areas, where the client would prefer to have a natural rustic look. Grass mats are also installed in parks to keep the appearance of real grass while adding extra safety qualities to the area. The mats have a honeycomb shape; this lets the natural grass grow through the mat, whilst providing a safe ground surface. To find out more about the outdoor soft flooring we can install, contact us today through the quick enquiry form and we’ll discuss costs and designs for the work.

Recreational Safety Surfaces

When having a rubber wetpour playground installed, we also make sure all of our clients are aware of the different safety surface graphics we have to offer. These graphics can come in a variety of shapes and sizes, meaning that you can personalise them to specifically fit within your design ideas. All the individual graphics can help improve children’s learning abilities within school.

For example hop scotch graphics can help younger children excel with numbers. These safety surface graphics will help brighten up your play facility and give the area a range of educational and recreational themes. We have a variety of animal graphics on offer; these are popular with nursery school children who are beginning to learn about all the different animals.

Just like with the wet pour surfacing, all of these graphics can come in a variety of bright colours with bespoke designs. This helps to continue whatever theme that your facility has, as well as adding character and life to your playground. We strongly believe that play time is one of the most important times of the day for children within school; this is why we make sure that all of our clients have the best possible facility they can.

We will help work with our customers to keep within their budget, tailoring their specifications to make the perfect facility for their school. Please feel free to contact us if you need any further information on the safety flooring designs we can install at schools, nurseries and parks.

EPDM Graphic Inserts

Recreational safety surfaces can be installed for many different design specifications, this includes the type of surface, colours, sizes, dimensions and patterns. The previous wetpour projects we have carried out in nurseries have asked us to install bright colours, such as blue, yellow, green and red but the designs are ongoing and you can even have multi-coloured areas.

For educational environments, we normally insert a chosen design of graphics into the soft outdoor flooring, these graphics can be fun and educational and the children can be learning whilst in an activity. The popular choice of graphics for nurseries have been jungle animals, sea life and also roadway designs. Roadway designs teach the children the safety of crossing roads and what they should look out for when crossing.

The advantage of having graphics also means that you are providing outdoor learning; this is because you can choose from our graphics and make sure that they are relevant to your educational curriculum. The wet pour which we have installed for people’s driveways have normally been more natural and earth colours, which ensures that they blend in with the community.

In order to keep your recreational safety surfaces in excellent condition, regular maintenance should be carried out. If any dirt, leaves or litter falls on the surface then it should be removed as this can cause contamination to occur within the playground flooring. The surfaces are porous but if contamination gets into them it can block the drainage system and cause flooding and safety issues. Organisations which have wetpour should have a maintenance plan and be proactive with the cleaning schedule. It should be lightly brushed and washed when needed and checked for damages.

Rubber mulch should also have light pressure washing and brushing applied to prevent problems. Grass mats are very simple to look after; they only require you to check them and to look out for any damages. Please contact us if you would like us to send you over some product sheets and examples of the outdoor safety surfacing that we can install. We have completed many projects through the UK and can provide great value quotes for whatever work you’d like us to carry out for your playground or outdoor area.

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We are able to answer any questions or queries that you may have regarding safety flooring designs, so please get in touch with us if you require more information. Our experts will come back to you as soon as possible with answers to any concerns you have so contact us today for more details and a quote.

Playground Marking Graphics

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Playground marking graphics are an important part to enhance your play area and make it a fun and educational environment for the children to play in. We are regularly asked to install thermoplastic designs in nurseries, schools, parks and playgrounds and we have a wide range of markings to choose from.

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Playground Marking Installation

The playground marking graphics can transform, renovate and revitalise your dull tarmac surface and make it a nicer place for the children and something which they will want to use. The process is very quick and cost-effective, minimising disruptions on site. We place the thermoplastic playground markings in the correct area, then apply heat to the design. This makes the plastic shape melt and stick onto the macadam flooring.

Schools outdoor play areas used to have paint markings applied to the tarmac; this was a long process and would have to be done regularly when the paint was worn off. These designs last much longer and look a lot better because they are preformed and brighter colours and various patterns could be applied to them.

You can find out more about school playground marking installation by talking to a member of our team. Please take a moment to contact us through the quick and easy form on this page if you have any questions about costs and design choices for these markings. One of our experts will send you over a few case studies and examples of the products we have available, as well as discussing a quote for your project.

Thermoplastic markings are not just fun, they can be educational and also bring the community together. This is because snakes and ladders and hopscotch designs have numbers on them and children will be learning in an activity. They can bring the pupils and community together because we’re often asked to install friendship stops and recreational quiet areas.

The playground markings that we can install are available in a number of different colours and designs depending on your individual needs and requirements. We may alter designs to meet your spending budget, so please do not be afraid to let us know how much you are planning to spend on the graphics that we install.

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Maintaining Thermoplastic Designs

These facilities are commonly found at schools, colleges and sports clubs as they cater for a diverse range of sports. Here are some of the key benefits of having a MUGA:

  • Suitable to use for a range of sports and activities
  • Versatile designs including hard court and artificial grass
  • Makes the most of your existing outdoor space
  • No need to install multiple facilities for different sports
  • Less maintenance is required as you are only looking after one area
  • School children can enjoy doing a number of activities

These are a few of the reasons why people choose to have multi-use sports facilities and playground markings for schools.

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A lot of schools, nurseries, kindergartens and parks in the UK have high-quality play area graphic markings installed onto their macadam surface. The educational designs can be things such as:

  • Snakes and Ladders
  • Hopscotch
  • Number tracks
  • Alphabet games
  • Animals
  • Cartoon characters

The recreational designs can bring the community together and we have previously installed friendship stops and quiet areas. The design specification is endless and we are always looking for more ideas and possible graphics. If you have any of your own design ideas make sure you let us know.

The thermoplastics are bright, colourful and available in a range of characters that can encourage active play. Along with macadam play surfaces, we also install wetpour rubber safety play areas with coloured graphics, take a look at this page – http://softsurfaces.co.uk/wet-pour-construction/ to find out more on this product.

We provide many designs and styles for the markings so that they may be perfectly suitable for your primary school. Plastic play area graphics are usually suitable for leisure areas, primary schools and day care organisations. They’re tough and durable enough for everyday use and various weather conditions. We can additionally complete repair and restoration for tired graphics. This is for existing markings which might have been worn out or become weakened with time. We are also able to implement traditional play area markings. Some of these designs include:

  • Duck Duck Goose
  • Target Throwing
  • Hopscotch
  • What’s the Time Mr Wolf?
  • Snakes and Ladders
  • Compasses

The application process of thermoplastic markings is fairly simple and quick. This helps in reducing interruption in primary schools and nursery playgrounds. The anti slip graphic designs should be put on the playground surface and then heated so they soften and adhere to the tarmac.

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As soon as the application is complete, the graphics leave a vibrant and long lasting appearance. They are a great way to increase a playground’s appearance so it’s more enjoyable for school children. Our distinct range of products is wonderful for encouraging children to learn and have fun whilst actively playing outdoors.

Maintaining thermoplastic designs is fairly easy as long as you clean them regularly. In some cases you may need reapplication or removal of thermoplastics. Our team can carry out these services easily, so please make certain to contact us for more details.

Play Surface Markings Design

It is becoming more popular to have play surface markings designed and installed in schools, this is most likely due to the fact that Ofsted see thermoplastic graphics as an opportunity for students to be learning outside. Some pupils learn better outside and also being involved in activities, having the option for outside learning can improve your students’ educations and also your schools Ofsted report.

We install a range of designs, including graphics appropriate for KS1, KS2, KS3 and KS4, the graphics choice is endless and we are always up for hearing new possible designs which your organisation could have. Some facilities have old and worn out markings and want to replace, reline or remove them and this is another service which we are able to offer.

If you’d like to see one of our completed projects from start to finish, check out this short video clip below. This shows our team installing a solid colour Snakes and Ladders grid for a school play area:

When installing lots of thermoplastic designs, there is normally a theme which the graphics follow, such as jungles or sea life and this can be because of the educational curriculum which they are following. Play surface markings design allow your students have a great tarmac surface which both you and them may be proud of. It can also make your macadam surface look new and fresh.

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Play Area Painting

We can also paint macadam surfaces, either black or another chosen colour and then apply the thermoplastic markings. Tarmac is quick to fade and it can look old and worn out when this happens. This is why we offer painting services to improve the look of the area before applying the thermoplastic shapes.

We offer prices and advice regarding the best type of playground marking graphics to install for your recreational area. Please contact us through our enquiry form and we’d be happy to answer any questions you have.

Activity Marking Installers

Many schools get playground markings in order to improve the benefits of the facility. It can also encourage the youngsters to play outside, as well as impressing OFSTED staff. Playground markings are often important for the children’s education and learning, together with their entertainment and fitness levels. They are perfect for pupils of all ages in both Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.

Alongside normal, fun recreational graphics, there are educational graphics. These can cover a number of subjects, for example maths and English. The designs include number grids, alphabets, phonics, targets and roadways. Our activity marking installers can also provide other playground activity graphics and great prices so make sure to contact us today for a quote.

Play surface markings may be beneficial in improving pupils’ fitness and all-around health and it’s an ideal way to make fitness become fun. For school children, weight problems are a growing issue and inactivity can even affect the NHS. Having outdoor exercise spaces is a terrific way to increase health and fitness. There are plenty of organisations who can have colourful playground designs put down. The designs that our installers apply come from high-quality materials. Because of this, they provide resilience and long term results.

As kids are going to be running and playing on the graphics, it is essential for them to be safe to use. Completely new thermoplastic surface markings can also make a facility look a lot more colourful and appealing, this may attract pupils and parents to the school, as well as increase your OFSTED review. All of the designs are excellent for pupils in various age groups, and they could even create individual fun games.

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If you would like any further details on the playground marking graphics we can offer, please speak to us using the contact form provided. A member of our professional team will get back to you with more details regarding the costs and designs.

Safety Surfaces For Playgrounds

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One of the most popular safety surfaces for playgrounds is wetpour. This is often referred to as rubber tarmac or soft play area flooring. This particular specification consists of two main parts which are both laid to the existing surface. The first is a 100% recycled SBR (Styrene Butadiene Rubber) which we apply as a base layer. The second is a top coat or wearing coarse of EPDM rubber crumb. This can be installed outside in school playgrounds along with parks and other recreational spaces.

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Wetpour Safety Surfaces

The depth of both the base coarse rubber (SBR) and the top coat of EPDM can be altered. We can change the depth to meet the critical fall height (CFH) of the children’s play equipment. The granules of the rubber playground safety surfaces are held together by a resin to give a resin bonded surfacing. The flooring is ideal for school play areas with or without equipment.

The wetpour rubber should be laid onto a porous base as it is porous and allows for water drainage from the children’s play surface. This means it is still suitable for use in wet weather and will not become flooded when it rains. You should carry out regular maintenance of these areas to ensure it remains porous.

The wetpour soft play area is hard wearing and should last for years but if over the years it becomes damaged there are wet pour repair kits that are available. These are mainly used to cover a small area of the safety surfacing, these are also made from the same EPDM that has been installed previously to the children’s play area.

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The wet pour is mixed with the resin to give the same resin bound surface as the original wet pour as the school playground. Children’s play surfaces such as nursery play areas can come with all types of outdoor play equipment. However, the soft play surfacing is ideal for a variety of different areas with or without children’s play equipment.

Alternative Play Area Surfaces

There are other types of surfaces that can be used in school playgrounds and nursery play areas, such as synthetic grass, rubber mulch, rubber bark, mats and matting. All have their uses, but the wet pour / safety surface is probably the most popular. With our graphics playground designs are easy to incorporate in soft play areas, the graphics are laser cut from sheets of EPDM so that they are consistent to photos in our graphics catalogue. These are laid onto the 100% recycled SBR and the top coat of wet pour is laid around them to give a perfect finish to the playing area wet pour surface.

After years of use the cheapest way to regenerate the wet pour safety surfacing would be for an overlay/recap to the area in a top coat soft pour surface this can be in colour EPDM or Black EPDM. To brighten up the area wet pour graphics can be used on the surface giving extra years of life to the children to enjoy outdoor play equipment safely.

There are all types of Play equipment that can be used for the children’s playground. You can place benches around the play areas for the children to sit and chat on. Slides and swings are popular along with climbing frames and trim trails. But you should always remember that the critical fall height (CFH) must be correct around all the playground equipment in the soft play areas. Safety is paramount and we think that safety surfaces for playgrounds should be professionally laid at the correct depth in these facilities.

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Below is a video of the wetpour safety surfaces being installed for a playground:

If you’d like any more information about the playground safety surfaces and the sports facilities we install, please visit http://softsurfaces.co.uk/ and fill in our contact form. We would be happy to discuss any queries you have regarding a playground safety surfacing project and one of our team members will be able to provide you with details of specifications and costs.

What play area safety surface designs would you choose for your playground?

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Primary School Outdoor Classroom Funding Grants

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Primary Schools throughout the UK are able to apply for funding to upgrade their playground, play area and outdoor learning facilities. The outdoor classroom designs are proven to enhance children and kids awareness in studying and this is why Ofsted and the Curriculum are pushing to have these timber gazebos designed, funded and constructed.

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Primary School Funding is easy to apply for if you follow the hyperlink which will divert you to a website that searched over 9000 different funding opportunities. It can be very time consuming looking through all the different funding websites available however we can offer you one website that will search these for you giving you the information you need.

All you need to do is complete the simple application form by clicking the free funding search tool which will load a list of funding opportunities that are available to you in the UK. Once you have found the funding that best suits your requirements, the website will also provide you with instructions that will guide you through the application process and give you the best possible chance of success in obtaining a grant.

Please fill in the contact form on this page to find out more about the possibility of receiving a primary school grant or alternatively visit this page – https://funding-grants.co.uk/. To receive any grants you will need to get 3 quotes so that the funding companies have seen you have shopped the market to receive the best prices and costs to construct a new Primary School Outdoor Classroom and this should be based on best value. The outdoor timber classrooms can be designed in many different ways from wooden gazebos, timber shelters or lean to canopies.

If you would like to receive some specifications on these then please email [email protected] where they can reply with the latest costing, pricing and designs available. Below shows a video of a outdoor classroom where it was designed and then constructed after it was approved by the primary school.

Soft Fall Impact Absorbing Playground Surface

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Soft Fall impact absorbing playground surface is a rubber surface installed on parks, outdoor classrooms, school play areas, playgrounds and kids nursery gardens. It is an EPDM rubber crumb surface that offers safety to children falling from play equipment including swings, roundabouts, slides, multi units and high platform playground activity units.

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Soft fall is a well known phrase used in the wet pour industry. Other names also known to be a similar surface type is wetpour, soft pour, soft surfaces, edpm flooring, rubber bound chippings and wet pour safety surface.

The best part about these type of surfaces is that they are porous making it an all weather surface and is very resilient. There is a wide colour range to choose from and wetpour graphics can be installed into the safety surface to make the area look nicer.

For further details on different types of safety surfaces please call 01625 445760 or visit http://softsurfaces.co.uk/

Rubber Tarmac School Outdoor Playground Flooring

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Are you looking to enhance your school’s outdoor play areas with rubber tarmac?

This durable and versatile playground flooring offers a safe and accessible surface for children to enjoy.

Our team has been installing rubber tarmac, also known as wetpour, for over 25 years. We pride ourselves on our high-quality installations using premium materials. Please contact Soft Surfaces Limited today for more information on costs and installations.

What is Rubber Tarmac for School’s Outdoor Play Areas?

Rubber tarmac, known as wet pour rubber, is a specialised surface material designed to enhance safety and aesthetics in school outdoor play areas.

This unique playground flooring option offers a soft and cushioned surface to protect children from injuries during playtime. Its shock-absorbing properties make it an ideal choice for playground surfacing as it meets safety standards set by regulatory bodies.

Rubber tarmac is highly durable and capable of withstanding heavy foot traffic and harsh weather conditions, ensuring a long-lasting, low-maintenance solution for school playgrounds. Its versatility and wide range of colours also allow for creative designs and customisation to enhance the visual appeal of outdoor play spaces.

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Rubber Tarmac Playground Cost

Rubber tarmac cost can vary from £40-£100 per m².

Understanding the cost of rubber tarmac for playgrounds involves evaluating factors such as materials, installation, and maintenance to align with your playground budget.

The materials used in rubber tarmac play a significant role in terms of cost considerations. Choosing high-quality materials might entail a higher upfront cost, but it can lead to lower maintenance expenses in the long run. Proper installation is another crucial aspect impacting the overall cost.

Hiring experienced professionals may come at a higher price, but it ensures a durable and safe playground surface.

Planning ahead and budgeting wisely can help in managing expenses effectively. Creating a detailed budget that includes the material and installation costs and ongoing maintenance and repairs can prevent unexpected financial burdens.

Cost-effective solutions, such as opting for recycled rubber tarmac or exploring bulk purchase discounts, can also help reduce overall expenses without compromising quality.

Why is Rubber Tarmac the Preferred Choice for School Playgrounds?

Rubber tarmac stands as the preferred choice for school playgrounds due to its unmatched safety features, including impact-absorbing surfaces that enhance playground environments and ensure playground safety.

One key reason rubber tarmac is highly favoured for school playgrounds is its exceptional ability to absorb impact, which reduces the risk of injuries from falls and accidents.

This quality is particularly crucial in environments where children are playing and running around. The durability of rubber tarmac ensures that it can withstand heavy foot traffic and various weather conditions, making it a reliable and long-lasting option for school playgrounds.

Its versatility allows for customisation to fit different playground designs and layouts, providing a safe and inviting space for children to engage in physical activities.

Benefits of Using Rubber Tarmac for School Playgrounds

Using rubber tarmac for school playgrounds offers a range of benefits, from improved safety features to flexible design options and sustainable materials.

Safety

Safety is of paramount importance in school playgrounds, and rubber tarmac excels in this aspect by offering superior shock absorption and adhering to stringent playground safety guidelines.

In an environment where children are constantly running, jumping, and playing, the shock-absorbing properties of rubber tarmac surfaces play a crucial role in minimising injuries and ensuring a safe play area. Not only does rubber tarmac provide a cushioned surface to reduce the impact of falls, but it also meets the required safety standards set by regulatory bodies.

This material is specifically designed to mitigate the risks associated with falls, making it ideal for creating safe play environments.

The importance of using appropriate playground materials cannot be overstated, and rubber tarmac is a reliable choice for schools and playgrounds.

Durability

Durability is a key attribute of rubber tarmac surfaces, ensuring longevity and resilience in high-traffic school playgrounds whilst simplifying maintenance requirements.

High-quality rubber materials used in tarmac installations provide exceptional resistance to wear and tear, making them ideal for areas prone to heavy use. This durability translates into cost-effectiveness over time, significantly reducing the need for frequent repairs or replacements. The low maintenance nature of rubber tarmac surfaces means that upkeep tasks are minimal, requiring basic cleaning and periodic inspections to ensure optimal performance.

When considering playground surfacing options, the longevity of rubber tarmac should be a deciding factor, as it offers years of service without compromising safety or quality. By choosing rubber tarmac, schools can benefit from a durable and reliable surface that enhances the overall playground experience.

Versatility

The versatility of rubber tarmac surfaces allows for diverse playground designs, custom markings, and the incorporation of different surface types to cater to specific play area requirements.

In terms of playground applications, Rubber tarmac is a popular choice due to its ability to blend seamlessly with various design concepts while offering a safe and durable play surface. Playground designers have the flexibility to create engaging and interactive play areas by incorporating custom markings that not only add visual appeal but also serve as educational tools.

The adaptability of rubber tarmac surfaces to different types of playground surfaces, such as grass or concrete, further enhances its usability in diverse settings.

Accessibility

Rubber tarmac surfaces enhance accessibility in playground areas, providing inclusive play experiences for children of all abilities and ensuring seamless installation processes for playground surfacing projects.

One of the standout features of rubber tarmac is its ability to create a safe and inviting environment for children to play. The soft, cushioned surface minimises the risk of injuries, making it ideal for active and spirited play sessions. The versatility of rubber tarmac allows for creative playground designs that cater to various play preferences and ages, promoting social interaction and imaginative play among children.

The installation of rubber tarmac surfaces is efficient and straightforward, reducing downtime for playground areas and ensuring quick accessibility for children eager to explore the newly upgraded space.

This ease of installation also translates to cost-effectiveness and minimal disruption during playground upgrades, making it a popular choice for schools, parks, and recreational facilities looking to enhance their outdoor play areas.

Why Choose Soft Surfaces for Rubber Tarmac Installation?

Selecting Soft Surfaces for your rubber tarmac installation ensures unmatched expertise, premium materials, and exceptional service quality for your playground project.

Soft Surfaces, renowned for its extensive experience in playground installations, brings a wealth of knowledge and skill to every project it undertakes. Our team excels in handling rubber tarmac installations, ensuring that safety and durability are always prioritised.

Soft Surfaces’ dedication to using only the highest quality materials guarantees longevity and resilience in their playground surfaces. From vibrant playground markings to innovative play equipment, Soft Surfaces offers a diverse range of products to cater to various design preferences and play functionalities.

Experience and Expertise

Soft Surfaces boasts extensive experience and expertise in rubber surfacing applications, ensuring innovative playground designs and meticulous installation processes.

Soft Surfaces specialises in creating vibrant and safe play areas and has a proven track record of delivering top-notch solutions that exceed client expectations.

We take pride in our advanced installation techniques, utilising cutting-edge equipment to provide durable and long-lasting surfaces.

The team’s dedication to staying abreast of the latest industry trends allows us to offer innovative approaches that set their projects apart. Our commitment to quality and safety shines through in every design, making our team a trusted choice for all rubber surfacing needs.

Quality Materials

Soft Surfaces prioritises the use of premium quality materials like bonded rubber to create safe and engaging playground environments that meet the highest standards of excellence.

This commitment to quality materials ensures durability and safety in play areas and reflects Soft Surfaces’ dedication to sustainability and environmental responsibility.

By offering eco-friendly options for playground installations, our team go beyond mere functionality, providing an opportunity for children to connect with nature and play in greener spaces.

Through the integration of stimulating designs and elements, including innovative features and vibrant colours, Soft Surfaces excels in creating dynamic playground environments that inspire creativity and active play among children of all ages.

Customised Solutions

Soft Surfaces offers bespoke solutions for playground projects, ensuring custom designs, creative playground features, and personalised surfacing options to meet varied customer needs.

Soft Surfaces’ commitment to providing tailored solutions for playground projects goes beyond just the aesthetic appeal. Our unique approach involves a comprehensive understanding of each client’s requirements, resulting in meticulously designed schemes that enhance the visual appeal and prioritise safety and functionality.

By focusing on innovative design elements and creative layouts, Soft Surfaces creates engaging and stimulating environments that cater to the specific needs of children of all ages and abilities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Correct Name for Rubber Tarmac?

The correct name for rubber tarmac is wet pour.

Unlike traditional tarmac materials, rubber tarmac is created by combining rubber granules with a polyurethane resin. This mixture offers a cushioned, impact-absorbing surface that is well-suited for playgrounds, sports courts, and recreational areas, providing added safety for users.

Rubber tarmac’s flexibility allows for customisable designs, colours, and patterns to enhance aesthetic appeal while maintaining durability and resilience against weather conditions. Its porous nature promotes good drainage, preventing water accumulation and minimising the risk of slips and falls.

Is Rubber Tarmac School Outdoor Playground Flooring safe for children to play on?

Rubber Tarmac School Outdoor Playground Flooring is specifically designed to be safe for children to play on.

The rubber material provides a cushioning effect and helps to reduce the impact of falls, making it a popular choice for schools and playgrounds.

How long will Rubber Tarmac School Outdoor Playground Flooring last?

With proper installation and maintenance, Rubber Tarmac School Outdoor Playground Flooring can last for up to 10 years.

Our team at Soft Surfaces will ensure that your surfacing is installed correctly, and we also offer maintenance services to prolong the lifespan of your play area.

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Get in touch with Soft Surfaces for all your rubber tarmac needs, from playground installations to detailed quotations, and experience superior service quality tailored to your playground requirements.

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Playground Markings

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We can offer a range of thermoplastic playground markings services and they are all carried to a high standard, this is because we have a variety of experience. It is important for children to have fun and educational outdoor environments which a lot of different activities can be played in.

We install educational, cartoon, traditional and sports marking and they can all improve your existing facility for you visually and for the kids using it.

Contact us today for more details on playground markings and costs of school playground marking and we’ll be happy to supply some product sheets and a quote.

What are Playground Graphics?

Thermoplastic graphics are applied to tarmac surfaces and when installing thermoplastic markings, heat is applied to the graphics and it is melted onto the surface. The playground markings are versatile and are available in all different colours, designs and specifications.

You can choose from a selection of designs, sizes and colours to obtain a perfect set of playground marking graphics for your school. Many primary schools, nurseries and community leisure areas have the thermoplastic graphics to develop a vibrant and longer lasting finish.

One of the reasons why these graphics are so popular is because they could be educational for the children. Since children learn more when outside taking part in games, it is important for schools to have educative designs installed.

The school playground markings services which we offer can completely revitalise and refurbish your macadam surface. Some organisations like kindergartens and nurseries ask us to paint their tarmac surface before we install the designs.

This is because when macadam is old it can look dull. It is a quick and simple process when painting macadam and can make it look like a brand new surface and this will also make the playground markings stand out.

We also complete servicing and renovation for tired thermoplastic markings which may have faded or grown to be cracked after a while. A large number of classic activities may be applied on the recreational flooring such as times tables grids and snakes and ladders.

Be sure to get in touch with our experts if you’d like a quote for installing colourful thermoplastics to your play area. We have a wide range of diverse designs available including both educational graphics and fun activities.

The costs for each will vary so feel free to let us know what you’re looking for and we’ll come up with a quote to fit with your budget.

Play Area Graphic Markings

These facilities are commonly found at schools, colleges and sports clubs as they cater for a diverse range of sports. Here are some of the key benefits of having a MUGA:

  • Suitable to use for a range of sports and activities
  • Versatile designs including hard court and artificial grass
  • Makes the most of your existing outdoor space
  • No need to install multiple facilities for different sports
  • Less maintenance required as you are only looking after one area
  • School children can enjoy doing a number of activities

These are a few of the reasons why people choose to have the multi-use sports facilities.

A lot of schools, nurseries, kindergartens and parks in the UK have play area graphic markings installed onto their macadam surface. The educational designs can be things such as:

  • Snakes and Ladders
  • Hopscotch
  • Number tracks
  • Alphabet games
  • Animals
  • Cartoon characters

The recreational designs can bring the community together and we have previously installed friendship stops and quiet areas. The design specification is endless and we are always looking for more ideas and possible graphics.

The thermoplastic playground markings are bright, colourful and available in a range of characters which can encourage active play.

Unique Playground Designs

Tarmac playground markings could be personalised to the organisations, some have logos applied. We have a range of KS1, KS2, KS3 and KS4 thermoplastics available for these facilities.

Thermoplastic playground markings designs are durable and long lasting and can quickly make your surface look great. Playground markings are quick to install and cause a minimum amount of disruption to the facility.

As well as being able to apply new design and thermoplastics to the surface, we can also repair existing designs and carry out maintenance on them. Some facilities have old, worn out line-markings and they want them to be removed because they make the surface look worse, we remove these playground markings and then re-apply different markings.

We also make old playground markings look new again; we can do this quickly by relining the designs and going over them again. It can give your playground a new lease of life.

Children’s Recreational Facilities

For the purpose of children’s recreational areas, thermoplastics typically improve the flooring and add colourful graphic designs. Youngsters can appreciate fun games in addition to increasing their fitness and acquiring crucial skills. They are ideal for all kids from primary to secondary school in both KS1 and KS2.

These kinds of markings may include informative games for many lessons including maths and geography. The most commonly selected graphic designs could be things like number grids, clocks, phonics and fun characters.

In this video you can see the installation of a thermoplastic roadway design for a nursery playground. This also included some cartoon graphics and a number caterpillar so the children can enjoy lots of fun activities.

The brightly coloured marking is perfect for getting little ones to be a lot more physically active and healthy, along with allowing them to have a good time in the fresh air.

Since obesity statistics are rising with kids in the United Kingdom, these playgrounds are an excellent strategy to tackle the issue directly in primary schools. We offer our playground marking to several different types of location including nursery play areas of various sizes.

Specialist thermoplastic is applied to install these kinds of surface markings, promising maximum strength. Since small children will be running around and playing on the line markings, it is essential that they be secure. We may install the coloured play marking to existing tarmac surfaces to help improve the facility. Kids of any age and capabilities can have fun with the games using the surface markings.

Playground Marking Specialists

Our company offers an abundance of designs and styles for these graphics so they may be perfectly suited to your primary school. A great deal of school play areas, kindergartens and open public leisure areas get the thermoplastics put in to develop a decorative and long lasting facility. If you have any out of date and aged playground marking we are able to improve these.

Our team can apply maintenance to make sure they look fresh and exciting. We also use well-known activity graphics like snakes and ladders and hopscotch, and other timeless favourites.

If you wish to develop a sports space for the playground, we may also include thermoplastics for a number of other events. This truly helps to build kids’ physical fitness and activity through the day. In the UK children’s activity levels are not as high as they could be, and having these play areas can help tackle this problem.

Alongside physical and mental benefits of play surface marking, there are also numerous social benefits for the children. They can master critical abilities like group interaction and problem solving through playing the different games. Through doing this, the youngsters will be able to come together as a team as well as participating in distinctive games.

Installing Play Surface Designs

The installation procedure of thermoplastic graphics is quite quick and simple, minimising disruption at primary schools and kindergartens.

The graphics will be put on top of the play area surfacing in the chosen position. Then they will be heated up so they soften and stick to the tarmac. The finished product is a strong and colourful design that is good for improving the appearance of a playground.

If you wish to make your primary school play facilities more fun, these playground designs are a great option. Youngsters will be able to learn better in addition to strengthening their health and social skills with these exciting outdoor play designs.

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Please use our contact form if you’d like to discuss designs and costs for playground markings services. We’ll get back to you with some professional advice as soon as possible.

Playground Fencing

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Playground fencing is key in ensuring the safety of children by marking the boundaries of their play area. The fence systems we offer come in a selection of colours and various heights. Safety in schools is paramount and the perimeter fences are something to consider when distinguishing the perimeters of play.

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Recreational Security Fence

We can help you to design the perfect recreational security fence for your facility, whether it’s at a park, recreational area, school or nursery. It’s vital that you keep the area safe and secure to protect young children when they’re running around and playing.

Having a specialist play area safety system installed will also ensure that kids remain within the boundaries of the playground and don’t wander off away from the area. If your recreational flooring is installed with a safety surface such as wetpour or rubber mulch, the inclusion of a set of railings around the area will help to protect kids and make sure they’re always playing on the safe flooring.

A selection of materials are also used for playground railings depending on the requirements of the client. The most common are timber, bowtop, tango rail and even rebound railing if you’re playing sports on the areas.

Please make sure you contact our team today for more details. We can answer any questions about perimeter fence and railings for outdoor play areas. We can give you some product sheets of the different options and talk you through prices for whatever you need.

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Sports Facility Fence

As well as fences for playground facilities, we offer all types of sports facility fence to fit your sport court from 1m high spectator viewing barriers, MUGA railing to full 5m high rebound designs. The demand for sports railing has grown rapidly in recent years due to the amount of multi active games spaces being built at schools and leisure centres.

A lot of old tennis courts are being revamped and upgraded to MUGAs where a variety of games and activities can be played in the one facility to help maximise the efficiency of your space. The multi use activity railing installed on these courts is a rebound fencing system. Rebound fencing is ideal for minimising deflection as well as offering a more durable and secure sports court fence.

The most popular type of sport facility fence we install is the 3m high sports rebound railings. This is typically manufactured from 6mm vertical wires and twin 8mm horizontals. The 1.2m high rebound system is approx 67x50mm with the remaining 1.8m 200x50mm. This specialist railing can easily be installed at 4m high or 5m high and all our fencing whether it be MUGA standard, sports rebound fencing design or even a small playground specification is galvanised and powder coated to any desired colour.

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MUGA Sport Fencing

We install MUGA sport fencing for your playground to keep children safe when taking part in sporting activities. Whether you have a small school activity surface or a large pitch, we can help. The playground fencing can also help to keep the ball in the court to allow for better gameplay.

There are a number of different specifications that we offer including rebound fencing and chainlink. Chainlink is a popular choice for sports like tennis and netball which will not require a stronger fence.

Our team can offer various playground fencing specifications that will meet your individual requirements. If you have any questions or queries regarding the MUGA playground fencing that we have available, please contact us using the enquiry form and we will respond as soon as possible.

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There are a range of specifications available for playground railings and sports facility fences. It all depends on how you will be using the area. We can offer advice on designs for small timber play area fences up to 5m high steel rebound for large scale sports pitches.

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We’ll provide more information on any equipment we install for these sport and recreational facilities. Fill in our contact form today to speak with an expert. Just give us details of your enquiry and we’ll come back to you with some professional advice.

Nursery Playground Installation

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Depending upon the design you choose, we can complete nursery playground installation to suit a range of different requirements. Our professional team of installers have worked throughout the UK at many nurseries to create unique and fun outdoor areas which kids love. There are plenty of different designs we can offer depending on your budget and what you would like to have.

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EYFS Flooring Installation

Wetpour rubber flooring is a common choice for nursery playground installation as it’s versatile and provides impact-absorbing qualities to keep children safe. The wetpour flooring is installed onto a prepared sub base with a two tiered system. An SBR shockpad layer is installed first, followed by a layer of EPDM rubber which gives the surface its colour. Specially designed graphic inserts can also be included with the construction process to add fun activities and games for kids to enjoy.

If you’re thinking about having a professional EYFS flooring installation completed with the wetpour surface, please contact us using our enquiry form. We may provide further information on costs and designs for your recreational flooring so feel free to ask!

We will talk you through all of the options to help you find the perfect specification for the new playground surface. If you would like to discuss costs, please fill in our contact form today. One of our experts will send you over a quote for your project along with some case studies.

Nursery playground installation involves laying a brand new surface to the play area. This can dramatically enhance the overall look of the playground and create a much safer place for children to play. You can choose from numerous options and it is important you make the right choice for your individual facility.

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Outdoor Nursery Surfacing Installers

As professional outdoor nursery surfacing installers, we can complete the construction at a reasonable price. We aim to offer great value for money on all the products and services we provide. Our main goal is to make certain our clients are happy with the installation and the children using the facility are safe.

Building Nursery Play Areas

Other specifications that may be used for building nursery play areas include rubber mulch flooring, artificial leisure grass and rubber matting. The mulch specification is a bonded system that is made up of rubber shred mixed with binder. We install this mixture onto a geotextile sheet and it is perfect to cover grassy or muddy areas in outdoor playgrounds. Many nurseries and schools have this type of specialist surfacing installed to create a natural appearance with wooden equipment.

Building nursery play areas is a task that should be carried out by professionals to make certain the installation is done correctly. We offer details regarding the installation of surfacing, equipment and various other things that you could include within the area.

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Early Years Playground Install

Synthetic grass lawns are great for Early Years playground install because it looks attractive and does not require a lot of maintenance. The artificial turf specification does not become muddy in wet weather. This means it should be safe all year round for young kids to play on.

If you do have a natural grass area, rubber matting can add extra safety qualities if there is equipment nearby. The honeycomb shaped design of the mats means that the natural grass will continue to grow. Therefore the area will keep the same natural appearance. Each of these play-area surfaces can be installed with additional equipment and specialist fencing designs which keep the facility secure.

This video shows our team of installers laying a wetpour surface in a blue and black roadway design for a children’s recreational area. Take a look to see the whole process from start to finish:

When building kindergarten play areas, we always take into account the client’s budget. We’ll also consider the design requirements to ensure the best possible final product. We may discuss costs and make any necessary changes to the specification so that the price and design suits you.

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Please get in touch with us for further details regarding the nursery surfacing installation we carry out. A member of our team would be happy to send you over some case studies of play areas we have recently built. In addition to this we’ll provide a professional quote for the work you need us to do.

Nursery Play Area Construction

There are a number of things to consider prior to nursery play area construction. Obviously, you will need to think about the spending budget that you have available. It’s also important to consider what surface you wish to have installed. We can install wetpour surfacing, rubber mulch, artificial grass, needlepunch and macadam surfacing with thermoplastic markings installed. We complete our construction services to a high standard at great value for money.

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We have years of experience when it comes to the construction of playground surfacing. Our team can provide competitive rates for the work you need us to complete. It is important to get a professional to carry out the construction of nursery play area surfacing to ensure the surface is safe for kids to play on – especially if you’ve got play equipment within the area.

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If you’d like more information on the installation of outdoor nursery surfacing, please do not hesitate to contact our team now using the enquiry form. We will be more than happy to offer you a free quotation on the kindergarten surfacing. We could also provide more details on what surfaces are available.