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Polymeric Surface Long Jump Installation in Cardiff, Wales

What was the specification? : Polymeric rubber surfacing What colours were used? : Red What was the size of the job? : 130m² How long did the

Wetpour Playground Surfacing Installation in Derby

What was the specification? : Wetpour rubber surfacing What colours were used? : Blue What was the size of the job? : 45m² How long did the

Long Jump Pit Installation in Edinburgh, Scotland

What was the specification? : Multisport synthetic turf What colours were used? : Red and White What was the size of the job? : 185m² How long

Anti Slip Sports Court Painting in Preston, Lancashire

What was the specification? : Anti slip sports court paint What colours were used? : Blue What was the size of the job? : 600m² How long

EPDM Rubber Play Area Surfacing in Leeds, West Yorkshire

What was the specification? : Wetpour rubber safety surfacing What colours were used? : Black and Beige What was the size of the job? : 240m² How long

Wetpour Surface Roadway Design in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire

What was the specification? : Wetpour rubber safety surfacing What colours were used? : Black, Green and Yellow What was the size of the job? : 220m²

Multisport Synthetic Long Jump in Wigan, Greater Manchester

What was the specification? : Multisport synthetic turf What colours were used? : Red, Yellow and Blue What was the size of the job? : 180m² How

Wetpour Surfacing Installation in Lytham St Annes

What was the specification? : 40mm Wetpour rubber surfacing What colours were used? : Yellow, Red and Green What was the size of the job? : 214m² How

Wetpour Surfacing Installation in Wembley, London

What was the specification? : 40mm Wetpour rubber surfacing What colours were used? : Yellow and Green What was the size of the job? : 172m² How long

Playground Safety Surface Construction in Reading, Berkshire

What was the specification? : 40mm Wetpour rubber surfacing What colours were used? : Green What was the size of the job? : 140m² How long did the

Wetpour Surface Overlay in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire

What was the specification? : 40mm Wetpour rubber surfacing What colours were used? : Blue and green What was the size of the job? : 120m² How

Polymeric Surface Basketball Court Installation in Cheadle, Cheshire

What was the specification? : Polymeric rubber court surface What colours were used? : Blue What was the size of the job? : 400m² How long did

Tennis Court Maintenance in Woking, Surrey

What was the specification? : Macadam tennis court surface What colours were used? : Green What was the size of the job? : 260m² How long did

Polymeric Surface 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

Resin Bound Stone Installation in Manchester

What was the specification? : 20mm resin bound gravel What colours were used? : Blue, green, grey What was the size of the job? : 175m² How

Wetpour Surface Installation in Woking, Surrey

What was the specification? : 40mm wetpour rubber What colours were used? : Blue, black, green What was the size of the job? : 130m² How long

Resin Bound Gravel Pathway in Chelmsford, Essex

What was the specification? : 20mm resin bound gravel What colours were used? : Brittany Bronze What was the size of the job? : 350m² How long

Polymeric Long Jump Pit Construction in Glasgow

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

Resin Bound Gravel Installation at Bradford Academy, West Yorkshire

What was the specification? : 20mm resin bound gravel What colours were used? : Beige What was the size of the job? : 260m² How long did the

Resin Bound Stone Installation in Festival Gardens, Liverpool

What was the specification? : 20mm resin bound gravel What colours were used? : Beige What was the size of the job? : 370m² How long did

Polymeric Long Jump Pit Construction in Leeds, West Yorkshire

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

Designing a Playground for Non-Verbal Children

There are many things to consider when designing a playground for non-verbal children. But it’s surprisingly simple to create an outdoor environment which is accessible

Resin Bound Gravel Installation at Cheshire Oaks

What was the specification? : 20mm resin bound gravel What colours were used? : Brittany Bronze What was the size of the job? : 240m² How long did

Resin Bound Gravel Pathway in Stockport, Greater Manchester

What was the specification? : 20mm resin bound gravel What colours were used? : Brittany Bronze What was the size of the job? : 187m² How long

Benefits of a Mud Kitchen for a School Playground

School playgrounds have, in many ways, changed hugely over the years to incorporate various types of equipment like mud kitchens. However, it is still likely

Wetpour Surface Installation in Eastbourne, East Sussex

What was the specification? : 40mm Wetpour rubber What colours were used? : Blue, yellow What was the size of the job? : 150m² How long did the

Wetpour Surface Installation in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

What was the specification? : 40mm Wetpour rubber What colours were used? : Green, blue, red, yellow, black What was the size of the job? : 87m² How

Wetpour Repair in Crawley, West Sussex

What was the specification? : 40mm Wetpour rubber What colours were used? : Green What was the size of the job? : 57m² How long did the

Long Jump Runway Installation in Colchester Essex

What was the specification? : Multisport synthetic turf What colours were used? : Red What was the size of the job? : 108m² How long did the

Long Jump Runway Installation in Chorley Lancashire

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

Wetpour Repair in Liverpool Merseyside

What was the specification? : 40mm wetpour surfacing What colours were used? : Blue, yellow, red, black What was the size of the job? : 85m² How

Resin Bound Gravel Driveway Installation in Chorley, Lancashire

What was the specification? : 20mm Resin Bound What colours were used? : Brittany bronze What was the size of the job? : 52m² How long did

Resin Bound Stone Installation at Jaguar Land Rover, London

What was the specification? : 20mm Resin Bound What colours were used? : Grey What was the size of the job? : 320m² How long did the

Polymeric Long Jump Runway in Birmingham, West Midlands

What was the specification? : 15mm EPDM Polymeric What colours were used? : Terracotta red (running track red) What was the size of the job? : 43m2

Resin Bound Stone Installation in Woking, Surrey

What was the specification? : 16mm Resin Bound What colours were used? : Autumn Gold What was the size of the job? : 140m² How long did

Polymeric MUGA Pitch Installation in Crawley, West Sussex

What was the specification? : 13mm Structural Spray Polymeric What colours were used? : Red Surface and Multi-coloured sports lines What was the size of the

Resin Bound Gravel at Salford Royal Hospital, Greater Manchester

What was the specification? : 16mm Resin Bound What colours were used? : Autumn Gold What was the size of the job? : 420m² How long did

Polymeric Long Jump Pit Installation in Liverpool, Merseyside

What was the specification? : 15mm EPDM Polymeric What colours were used? : Terracotta red (running track red) What was the size of the job? : 110m2

Resin Bound Stone Installation in Greenwich, London

What was the specification? : 16mm Resin Bound What colours were used? : Corn Flint What was the size of the job? : 70m² How long did

Resin Bound Gravel Pathway in Warrington, Cheshire

What was the specification? : 16mm Resin Bound What colours were used? : Red Granite What was the size of the job? : 3200m² How long did

3G Artificial Sports Pitch Construction in Woking, Surrey

What was the specification? : 40mm 3G Surfacing What colours were used? : Standard Green What was the size of the job? : 2400m² How long did

Polymeric MUGA Pitch Resurfacing in Birmingham, West Midlands

What was the specification? : 13mm Structural Spray Polymeric What colours were used? : Pink & Blue What was the size of the job? : 2,400m² How

Resin Bound Stone Installation in Stamford Park, Tameside

What was the specification? : 18mm Resin Bound What colours were used? : Brittany Bronze What was the size of the job? : 380m2 How long did

Resin Bound Gravel Installation in Wigan, Lancashire

What was the specification? : 20mm Resin Bound What colours were used? : Corn Flint What was the size of the job? : 150m² How long did

Resin Bound Gravel Installation in Birmingham, West Midlands

What was the specification? : 18mm Resin Bound What colours were used? : Autumn Gold What was the size of the job? : 70m² How long did

3G Artificial Pitch Surfacing in Whitehall, London

What was the specification? : 60mm 3G Surfacing What colours were used? : Standard Green What was the size of the job? : 6800m² How long did

Polymeric MUGA in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

What was the specification? : 13mm Structural Spray Polymeric What colours were used? : Light/Dark Green, Light/Dark Blue & Black What was the size of the

Playground Flooring Repair in Birmingham, West Midlands

What was the specification? : 40mm wetpour What colours were used? : Yellow What was the size of the job? : 130lm How long did the job take?:

3G Pitch Construction in Birmingham, West Midlands

What was the specification? : 40mm 3G Surfacing What colours were used? : Standard Green What was the size of the job? : 700m² How long did

Polymeric Resurfacing In Woking, Surrey

What was the specification? : 13mm Structural Spray Polymeric What colours were used? : Green & Blue What was the size of the job? : 720m² How

3G Football Pitch Resurfacing in Cheltenham Gloucestershire

What was the specification? : 60mm 3G Surfacing What colours were used? : Standard Green What was the size of the job? : 1200m² How long did

3G Football Pitch Resurfacing in Hackney, London

What was the specification? : 40mm 3G Surfacing What colours were used? : Standard Green What was the size of the job? : 3200m² How long did

Resin Bound Gravel Installation in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

What was the specification? : 16mm Resin Bound What colours were used? : Standard buff What was the size of the job? : 160m² How long did

Wetpour Installation in Watford, London

What was the specification? : 40mm wetpour What colours were used? : Green, Yellow and Coloured Graphics What was the size of the job? : 470m² How long

3G Artificial Sports Pitch Resurfacing Contractors

As specialist 3G Artificial Sports Pitch Resurfacing Contractors we work nationwide throughout the UK. In the UK there is a huge array of old worn

Back To Play Sports Pitch Recovery

With the impending return of schools around the UK, it is important to consider the opening of sports pitch facilities. Due to a long period

Wet Pour Installation In Warrington, Cheshire

What was the specification? : 40mm wetpour What colours were used? : Green, Black and Coloured Graphics What was the size of the job? : 128m² How

Social Distancing Floor Markings

Floor markings to control social distancing is advisable in all public places. We have worked endlessly to get our floor marking design approved by the

Outdoor Play Ideas for Children with Dyscalculia

Modern playgrounds and outdoor play areas should offer more than opportunities for children to let off energy and steam. They should also stimulate and engage

Playground Ideas for Invisible Disabilities

All good playgrounds and play equipment will account for a variety of play interests and needs. But it can sometimes be difficult to account for

Playground Designs for Sensory Processing Disorder

Playgrounds specifically designed for children on the autism spectrum are growing in popularity. Sensory processing disorder is one condition which play areas can be tailored

World Book Day 2020 – Thursday 5th March

Encouraging reading is something we should always be doing! Literacy is a skill which opens up some incredible doors for people – not just children

National Storytelling Week 2020 – 1st to 8th of February

National Storytelling Week 2020 is coming from the 1st to the 8th of February! Get ready to celebrate at your school or nursery with loads

World Kindness Day 2019

World Kindness Day is an annual event and this year it is celebrated on 13th November. It was first launched back in 1998 and can

Anti Bullying Week 2019 – Change Starts with Us

Anti-Bullying Week is set to take place between 11th – 15th November 2019. You can make all the difference, by reading on, and joining many

Wetpour Installation in Kendray, Barnsley

What was the specification? : 40mm wetpourWhat colours were used? : Bright yellow & blueWhat was the size of the job? : 73m²How long did the job

Playground Games for Children with Dyspraxia

For children dealing with dyspraxia, the playground can seem like a daunting place. Lots of people running around and different pieces of equipment to contend

Learning Through Play – Psychology and Theories

When it comes to child development, the learning through play theory is very important. There are several psychological studies which have confirmed the relationship between

Wetpour Installation in Uxbridge, London

What was the specification? : Wetpour and Artificial GrassWhat colours were used? : Pink, Black and GreenWhat was the size of the job? : 90m²How long did

Wetpour Installation in Tenterden, Kent

What was the specification? : Wetpour Surfacing What colours were used? : Yellow and blue What was the size of the job? : 90m² How long did the

Wetpour Installation in Westlands, Newcastle-under-Lyme

What was the specification? : Wetpour Surfacing What colours were used? : Black, yellow, purple, green and red What was the size of the job? : 428m²

Sports Court Maintenance in Fleetwood, Lancashire

What was the specification? : Acrylic anti slip coating What colours were used? : Light and Dark Blue What was the size of the job? : 1800m²

Playground Games to Encourage Speech Development

During nursery and primary school, speech is an important skill which children begin developing. There are lots of playground games which can encourage the development

Resin Bound Installation in Ludlow, Shropshire

What was the specification? : 18mm resin bound gravel What colours were used? : Standard buff colour What was the size of the job? : 79m² How long

Rubber Mulch Installation in Salford, Greater Manchester

What was the specification? : 40mm Rubber Mulch What colours were used? : Green and red. What was the size of the job? : 95m² How long did

4 Ideas for Teaching Organisation on the Playground

Organisation is an important skill for children to master in school. It affects how they work in lessons and will also be something they take

Macadam MUGA Painting in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

What was the specification? : Anti Slip Colour Coating to Existing MUGA What colours were used? : Blue colour coating with white and yellow line markings

Multisport Installation in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire

What was the specification? : Multisport Synthetic Long Jump 4 Lane Runway What colours were used? : Light Blue and Dark Blue Synthetic Surfacing What was

Multisport Synthetic High Jump Installation in Berkshire

What was the specification? : Multisport Synthetic High Jump Semi Circle What colours were used? : Standard Red multisport carpet What was the size of the

Wet Pour Surfacing in Harrow, London

What was the specification? : Wet pour surfacing at 40mm depthWhat colours were used? : Terracotta red EPDM with coloured graphicsWhat was the size of the job? :

Activities to Teach Kindness on the Playground

Kindness is one of the most important things we can teach children. There are several activities you can do on the playground which encourage kids

Coloured Asphalt Installation in Yetminster, Dorset

What was the specification? : Open textured macadam with acrylic anti slip coating. What colours were used? : Green and red with different coloured linemarking. What

Wetpour and Artificial Grass in Fulbourn, Cambridge

What was the specification? : 40mm wetpour in colour and artificial grassWhat colours were used? : Green, Red and Purple.What was the size of the job? :

Rubber Mulch Track Installation in Appleton Primary, Warrington

What was the specification? : Bound Rubber Mulch Track What colours were used? : Standard Brown What was the size of the job? : 252m² How long

Wet Pour Installation in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria

What was the specification? : Wet pour surfacing at 40mm depth What colours were used? : Green EPDM with coloured graphics (blue splash, yellow sun and

Macadam MUGA Painting in Taunton, Somerset

What was the specification? : Clean, acrylic anti slip paint and linemarkings. What colours were used? : Red and blue with different coloured sports linemarkings.

Thermoplastic Installation in Aston, Birmingham

What was the specification? : High durability paint and thermoplastic linemarkings What colours were used? : Red and blue with white and yellow linemarkings What was

Adidas Polymeric Installation in Keir Hardie, London

What was the specification? : Polymeric Structural Spray What colours were used? : Blue, green, black and in different shades. What was the size of the

Wetpour Installation in Amersham, Buckinghamshire

What was the specification? : Wetpour at 40mmWhat colours were used? : Blue, green, red, orange and yellowWhat was the size of the job? : 400m²How long

Resin Bound Installers

We are professional resin bound installers in the United Kingdom and have over 22 years experience within the surfacing industry. Resin Bound Installation Have a

Resin Bound Installation in Childwall, Liverpool

What was the specification? : Resin bound gravel at 16mmWhat colours were used? : Natural BuffWhat was the size of the job? : 52m²How long did the

Resin Bound Installation in Glasgow, Scotland

What was the specification? : Resin bound gravel at 16mmWhat colours were used? : Natural BuffWhat was the size of the job? : 68m²How long did the

Wetpour Installation in Llanelli, Wales

What was the specification? : Wet pour surfacing at 40mm depth What colours were used? : Blue and Green EPDM with coloured graphics What was the size

Wetpour Installation in Glasgow, Scotland

What was the specification? : Wet pour surfacing at 40mm, 50mm and 60mm depthWhat colours were used? : Orange and Green EPDM with coloured graphicsWhat was the

Wetpour Installation in London

What was the specification? : Wet pour surfacing at 40mmWhat colours were used? : Green EPDMWhat was the size of the job? : 75m²How long did the job

Wetpour Installation in Caerhun, Conwy

What was the specification? : Wet pour surfacing at 40mm depthWhat colours were used? : Black, Blue, Green and various graphicsWhat was the size of the job? :

What is Self Binding Gravel?

Self Binding gravel is a simple surface which is formed rolling specialist stone aggregate into place which binds itself into a multipurpose pathway. This is

Wetpour Installation in Prestwich, Bury

A multi colour wet pour surfacing design can enhance the look and usability of your play area whilst protecting children from nasty falls. The installation

Polymeric MUGA in Haringey, London

Polymeric surfacing is the perfect all round surface for a multitude of different sports including basketball, netball, football, tennis and much more. Not only is

How to Encourage Phonics Learning on the Playground

Phonics learning is an incredibly important part of every child’s education. Literacy skills, learned at an early age, can help children understand the world around

Polymeric MUGA in Kennington, London

Polymeric sports surfacing can dramatically improve the look and playability of your MUGA. Whether refurbishing an old, tired macadam surface or starting from scratch, polymeric

3G Grass Pitch Installation in Bradford, Yorkshire

What was the specification? : 60mm 3G Football/Rugby surfacingWhat colours were used? : GreenWhat was the size of the job? : 6400m²How long did the job take? :

4 Reasons Why Schools Have Artificial Grass

Artificial grass has quickly become hot property for schools and sports centres. But why is this? Does artificial grass look and perform just as well

3G Grass Installation in Bournemouth, Dorset

What was the specification? : 40mm 3G Football surfacingWhat colours were used? : GreenWhat was the size of the job? : 1650m²How long did the job take? :

Creative Play Ideas for Kids

In the past, we’ve been guilty of overlooking the importance of creative play for kids. It’s now recognised as an important type of play, that

School Adventure Trail Designs

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

Benefits of Sensory Activities for Individuals with Autism

It is vital to involve your child in sensory activities, this includes exploring touch, taste, sound and more- it is even more important for children

Multisport Synthetic Resurfacing in Southwark, London

What was the specification? : Multisport synthetic sports surfaceWhat colours were used? : GreenWhat was the size of the job? : 3382m²How long did the job take?

Synthetic Turf Installation in Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire

What was the specification? : 4 lane Multisport long jump What colours were used? : Red and blue What was the size of the job? : 120m²

Rubber Mulch Installation in Burscough, Ormskirk

What was the specification? : Bound rubber mulch at 40mm depthWhat colours were used? : Buff colourWhat was the size of the job? : 122m²How long did

Wetpour Installation in Rothwell, Leeds

What was the specification? : Wet pour surfacing at 40mm depthWhat colours were used? : Green EPDM with coloured graphicsWhat was the size of the job? : 49m²How

Artificial Grass Installation in Swarkestone, Derby

What was the specification? : Artificial Grass at 25mmWhat colours were used? : Natural GreenWhat was the size of the job? : 96m²How long did the job

Wetpour Installation in Chelmsford, Essex

What was the specification? : Wet pour surfacing at 40mm depth with graphicsWhat colours were used? : Black, yellow, green and redWhat was the size of

Wetpour Installation in Helensburgh, Argyll and Bute

What was the specification? : 50mm wetpour surfacing in design What colours were used? : Red and green What was the size of the job? : 90m²How long did

How Do Wet Pour Repair Kits Work

A wet pour repair kit consists of the right ratio of rubber and polyurethane binder to mix and carry out small repairs yourself on site.

Wet Pour Installation

When looking to install wet pour surfaces, there are a few vital steps you must take. This is to ensure you get a smooth, continuous

Benefits of Wetpour

The installation of wetpour can bring a whole host of benefits to a play area. This includes enhancing the safety of the surfacing around play

What are 3G Pitches?

3G pitches are synthetic sports areas with a sand and rubber infill which are mainly suited to football and rugby. At Soft Surfaces, we have

Wet Pour Design Options

There are many different wet pour design options available when you are having a new play area installed. With over 22 years in the sports

Playground Installation Options

Soft Surfaces help many nurseries, schools and play parks across the country with their playground installation options. Playground Designs Explained Please see the video below

What is Rhino Pave?

Soft Surfaces have many years experience in the surfacing industry and are often asked about Rhino Pave surfaces and its uses. Rhino pave is a

What is Tarmacadam?

With many different surfaces available in the sport and play industry, Soft Surfaces are often asked about tarmacadam and the areas where it can be

What are Athletics Tracks?

At Soft Surfaces, we are often asked questions about athletics tracks and the different types of surfaces that are suitable for them. Athletics Tracks Explained

What is Resin Bonded Gravel?

Resin bonded gravel is a non porous scatter coat system which provides a similar finish to traditional loose gravel. Each granule isn’t individually coated to

Nursery Playground Works

Soft Surfaces have been trading in the sport and play industry since 1997 and have extensive knowledge of nursery playground works in the UK. Nursery

What Are Playground Markings?

Playground Markings are a variety of designs and patterns that can be laid, sprayed and heated into a surface. Having markings installed on a surface

What is the Tennis Court Builder?

We are often asked about out unique tennis court builder service on our Soft Surfaces website. This can really help to get a better understanding

What is Resin Bound Gravel?

Resin bound gravel is made from mixing stone aggregate with a polyurethane resin and pouring and screeding over a prepared sub base to the correct

What is Artificial Grass?

Artificial Grass or Leisure Grass is natural looking plastic replacement for turf. This easy and low maintenance surface is becoming increasingly common in domestic properties

What is a MUGA?

MUGA is an acronym for Multi Use Games Area, there are a wide range of different surface finishes and a variety of different sports and

What is Critical Fall Height?

The Critical Fall Height (CFH) is the maximum height that you can fall to the ground. This would generally refer to climb and play equipment,

What is Rubber Mulch

Rubber Mulch is a single layered system with a wooden bark like appearance. It is constructed of recycled material that has been shredded into chunks.

What is Wet Pour?

Wet pour is a rubber safety surface made up of small granules of rubber mixed with a polyurethane binder. This is mixed on site and

School Playground Ideas

Has your playground got a patch of land that could be put to better use? Are you unsure of what to do with it? Do

Improving Playground Behaviour in Schools

Many teachers are looking for ways of improving playground behaviour in schools as this can be a tricky subject to tackle. Ensuring children behave sensibly

Why Choose an Artificial Hockey Pitch?

With hockey being one of the most popular sports on the P.E. curriculum, many schools dedicate a lot of resources to the sport but fail

Improving Children’s Mental Health with Play

Physical health can be incredibly important for a child as they are growing up. But one of the many areas which many schools and parents

SEN Playground Equipment for Schools

Playgrounds are meant to be an area which everyone can enjoy. However, they can sometimes be incredibly daunting for children who have special needs. This

6 Benefits of Sensory Play for Kids

There are many benefits of sensory play for kids which mean it’s a great idea to incorporate these ideas into your playground. Children of all

Playground Furniture for Schools

There are many different types of playground furniture for schools which you could install to create a more functional outdoor space. Some examples can include

Imaginative Play Ideas for Kids

Kids can take part in many different activities to have fun and develop as a person but one of the most popular is playing imaginative

How to Prepare Your Playground for Winter

With the cold winter months fast approaching, you may be wondering what you can do to make your school’s playground safer and more appealing. Ice,

Outdoor Playground Roadway Design

One of the most common products that we have installed for schools and nurseries is an outdoor playground roadway design. These will feature the layout

School All Weather MUGA Pitches

A lot of schools often have numerous pitches designated to different sports. This can take up a lot of room as well as being costly.

Top 5 School Playground Trends

Creating a perfect playground can sometimes be a huge task as many people don’t know what type of equipment to have installed or how to

Improving School Readiness with Outdoor Play

The transition from nursery to school can be a tricky time for young children, so it’s important to help prepare them as much as possible.

How Playing Outside Can Reduce Stress and Anxiety

There is an increasing number of primary school children who are dealing with stress and anxiety at school. This is due to a variety of

Encouraging Risk Taking in Outdoor Play

During children’s developmental years, it’s good to encourage risk taking in outdoor play. Allowing them to take certain risks can help with developing motor skills

Promoting Teamwork with Multi Use Games Areas

One way of schools encouraging teamwork is through multi use games areas on the playground. Also known as MUGAs, these are sports facilities which can

How to Refresh Your School Playground

If you are wondering how to refresh your school playground, there are many ways to upgrade the surfacing and equipment. You can improve both the

Benefits of Trim Trails for Physical Development

Creating a play area which challenges the children mentally and physically can be a really hard thing to do. You may not know what equipment

Cooperative Play Ideas for Kids

When it comes to play, there are 6 main stages which occur as a child grows up and their play becomes a lot more advanced.

Polymeric Long Jump Essex

If you are looking for a professional athletics finish, the polymeric rubberised surface is the perfect option. The rubber shockpad and coloured EPDM finish provides

Primary School Playground Equipment

You’d be amazed just how much of an integral part primary school playground equipment can make to a child’s development. A good education is essential,

Playground Activities for the National Curriculum

A lot of schools want to meet the National Curriculum’s requirements when it comes to activities being useful for children. There are several different games

Inclusive Playground Equipment for Schools

With times changing, playgrounds are becoming a lot more accessible for children who have certain disabilities. These types of playgrounds are known as “inclusive playgrounds”

Expressive Arts Playground Ideas

Expressive arts make up some of the most important factors of children’s early development in any learning environment. While the classroom may be used to

Ofsted Requirements for Outdoor Play

Meeting Ofsted’s expectations can be incredibly stressful for a school due to how important it is. Getting a great rating can easily boost your popularity

Children’s Sensory Playground Designs

The way in which children explore and play should never be restricted – as the way in which each and every child develops and learns

Sand and Water Play Activities for Kids

Many playgrounds today have a wide range of activities that kids can take part in for fun and for learning. Some of the most popular

How to Maintain a 3G Pitch in Winter

With the popularity of 3G pitches increasing, a lot of people are wanting more information on how to maintain them with the utmost efficiency. Throughout

Domestic Driveway Paving Ideas

Looking to redo your existing driveway? In need of domestic driveway paving ideas as part of a whole new look for your home? Driveways can

Best Playground Equipment for Primary Schools

Finding the best playground equipment for primary schools isn’t just about finding options which are cost-effective to your budget! The most fun kids can have

Should You Clean or Resurface Your Tennis Court?

Tennis courts are a common facility in many different locations. Ranging from homes to schools, many people have used them and enjoy playing the sport

Benefits of Climbing in Primary School

During the fun and exciting years of primary school, children will develop much quicker than at any other time of their life. They have the

Benefits of 3G Sports Pitches

3G sports pitches have become a lot more popular recently due to how people are slowly realising how much more beneficial they are compared to

Independent Learning Activities for Kids

When a child thinks and acts independently, a learning process takes place that can be more beneficial than any other type of learning. Thinking and

Outdoor Play Area Ideas for Kids

Outdoor play can be fun by itself but sometimes it can become stale and uninteresting if its repeated to often. This blog will explore some

Den Building Ideas for Schools

New ideas are being needed for schools as they want to develop certain skills for kids, so they can have brilliant skills when they are

Benefits of Athletics for Schools

Out of all sports, many schools see athletics as one of the best types of sports to get kids into due to its wide range

Creating a Storytelling Area in Your Playground

Schools often have favourite activities which they promote a lot more. Ranging from athletics to garden trips, it really depends what school you go to.

MUGA Pitch Designs for Primary School

MUGA (Multi Use Games Areas) pitches are a modern solution to the current problem of this generation. Inactivity. MUGAs offer a chance for kids to

Rubber Mulch Safety Surface Designs

Over time, Rubber Mulch has become a popular type of surfacing to have at schools due to the wide amount of benefits it can offer.

Wetpour Graphic Designs for Nurseries

Developments on playgrounds in various locations have led to new things being added to them. Some of these new things are Wetpour graphics. These can

Spending Your Sport Premium Funding

You may have come across Sport Premium Funding and you are unsure on how to make use of this in the best way possible. We

Resin Bound Stone Installation at Liverpool FC

In July 2017, our team completed an installation of porous resin bound surfacing at Liverpool Football Club’s Anfield ground. The work was done in the

Chorley Resin Bound Gravel Driveway – Case Study

We recently carried out a project involving the installation of a resin bound stone driveway at a residential property in Chorley. The existing surface was

Commercial Resin Bound Gravel Project in Preston – Case Study

This week, our team visited Preston to complete an installation of resin bound gravel for Jaguar Land Rover. They were looking to have the surfacing

Improving Children’s Exercise Levels in School

Before the introduction of modern technology, children often found entertainment outdoors. Whether that was building a wooden fort, pretending to be adventurers, having tea parties

Early Years Outdoor Play

No one can deny how many benefits outdoor play has to offer for children in their early years. With youth obesity being at one of

Playground Equipment for Schools

Schools are now being pressured by the government to try and increase health and physical activities within the school. This is due to the rapid

UltiColour Porous Asphalt Surfacing

UltiColour premium asphalt surfacing offers an exciting range of colours to create a beautiful space that is both aesthetically pleasing and practical. The premium quality

Outdoor Learning Activities for Children

Whilst not in school, many believe that this signifies the point where children turn from keen learners to hard to control rebels. This isn’t always

How is Artificial Grass Installed?

Recently, artificial grass has seen a huge increase in popularity in a wide variety of locations. Whether that be homes, nurseries and schools, sports facilities

Why Choose Artificial Grass for Your Garden?

Many people would say that the garden is one of the main factors in how appealing a house is. When you have a garden with

School Playground Marking Designs

Playgrounds are a place where kids can become incredibly imaginative and playful with a wide variety of equipment. However, when the equipment is fully occupied,

School Athletics Track Designs

Out of all sporting activities, none are as famous as athletics. Due to the wide variety of sports that are offered through it, a lot

The Difference between Macadam and Polymeric Rubber

When it comes to sports courts, two of the most common surfaces are macadam and polymeric rubber. These specifications may appear quite similar to look

Benefits of Rubber Mulch Playgrounds

When it comes to play area surfacing, there are so many different types of materials that you can choose from, ranging from wet pour to

Nursery Play Activities for Children

Activities are incredibly important for children’s development in certain skills and thinking methods. Giving them such a wide range of activities can only benefit them

Artificial Grass Vs Natural Garden Lawns

A common debate which gardeners all have is whether to choose synthetic lawns or natural garden lawns. Both come with positives and negatives, but people

Resin Bound Driveway Paving

Many different surfaces are used when it comes to driveways, but one of the most popular types of surfacing is resin bound stone. This material offers plenty

Outdoor Maths Games for Children

Subjects can be incredibly boring throughout the early years of school. Playing outside is preferred a lot more over staying inside. This often results with

Artificial Grass Enquiry Process

It is important to have a straightforward artificial grass enquiry process because when clients ask for information, they should receive it as soon as possible

Work Experience with Soft Surfaces – Adam Derbyshire

This week we invited a school student called Adam to join us for a work experience placement so he could get an insight into a

Multi Use Activity Surfacing Designs

There are lots of benefits of having multi use activity surfacing designs installed; the main advantage of having a multi-purpose sports facility is that a

Slippery Manhole Anti Slip Application

There is a growing concern amongst UK cyclists and motorcyclists with regards to manhole covers on roads which become slippery and dangerous during wet weather.

Soft Surfaces Work Experience – Joe Taylor

Here at Soft Surfaces we love to give school students experience of a work environment, so over the last few weeks Joe Taylor has been

Resin Bound Gravel Manhole Covers

Stone paving is a popular surface type for domestic driveways because it is decorative, provides porous SuDS compliant properties, and is durable for use with

Benefits of Outdoor Gym Equipment

There has been an increase in the use of outdoor gym equipment in school playgrounds and public parks throughout the UK. These facilities can be

Resin Bonded or Resin Bound Gravel?

There are two main types of resin gravel surfacing available for outdoor areas. These options are resin bonded and resin bound stone systems. But what

UV Degradation and Discolouration of EPDM Wetpour

Lots of children’s playgrounds have EPDM Wetpour surfaces to provide a colourful atmosphere with added safety qualities. The designs of this play surface can be

Wet Pour Resin UV Colour Change

EPDM rubber playgrounds are installed at many school and nursery organisations. Something that can affect these projects is a wet pour resin UV colour change.

Schools Get Active with Outdoor Learning

We are helping schools get active through outdoor play and learning with a choice of fun and educational products. Having engaging spaces to play and

Top 3 Safety Surfaces for Playgrounds

Since health and safety standards have become more and more important throughout the UK, you will find that it is vital to ensure your school

Wetpour Sub Base Specifications

Wetpour rubber surfacing is extremely popular for children’s play areas throughout the UK. It is made up of a two tier system consisting of an

Resin Bound or Block Paving

When looking at the different surfacing options to install for your driveway, you will more than likely come across resin bound gravel and block-paving. Both

Brighton Rubber Mulch Restoration

Okay, so we all know that Health & Safety has become a little…overzealous over the last few years. If they want to put a poster

Safety Flooring Services

What is Safety Flooring? Safety flooring is a surface commonly used in play parks, school grounds and nurseries, since it is an attractive and

Leeds Tennis Court Cleaning and Repainting Surfacing

One of our most popular services throughout the summer is tennis court cleaning and repainting. This is carried out to hard surfaces such as macadam

PS15 Activity Surfacing Upgrade London

Earlier this year we completed a project which transformed a school’s outdoor play area into a fantastic new games space with PS15 activity surfacing. As

Rubber Golf Pathway Installation in Prestbury

EPDM surfacing is a popular choice for many outdoor areas, we recently used it for a rubber golf pathway installation in Prestbury. The existing walkway throughout

Is Childhood Inactivity Affecting the NHS?

A recent report published by ukactive Kids has highlighted the problems we face with childhood inactivity in the UK, and how they could be addressed

Costs to Build a Compact Athletics Facility

When carrying out a new project, the costs to build a compact athletics facility will depend on a number of factors. A few of these

Benefits of Resin Bonded Gravel Paving

Stone surfacing is commonly used in outdoor areas to provide a decorative and long lasting design; there are many benefits of resin bonded gravel paving

Artificial Grass Football 3G Pitch Costs

When installing a new sports facility, the artificial grass football pitch costs can vary due to a number of factors; often one of the biggest

PS4 Activity Games Space Area in Penrith

Our installation team recently completed a project to build a PS4 activity games space area in Penrith. The work was done for North Lakes School

Resin Bound Gravel Enquiry Process

The most popular way that our clients get a quote is by filling in the application form on our website and then the resin bound

Sports-Cote Court Binder and Aggregate Rich Acrylic Non Slip Paint

When a macadam sports court becomes damaged and starts to develop fretting on the surface, it may be necessary to apply a specialist sports-cote binder

Sport England Primary Spaces PS4 Design

Many primary schools in the UK have been granted funding through Sport England’s Primary Spaces scheme (application now closed) which enables them to have specialist

Sports Surfacing Rejuvenation Maintenance Golborne

Sand filled synthetic pitches can become contaminated and damaged if they aren’t looked after properly. This is why it’s important to carry out sports surfacing

Tennis Courts Refurbishment Maintenance Lancashire

The process of tennis courts refurbishment is often done in the UK where the sports surface has become worn out, damaged or dirty as a result

Benefits of Multisport Synthetic Surfacing Over Sand Filled

Many schools and clubs in the UK have Multisport synthetic surfacing installed for sports pitches and athletics facilities as an alternative to natural grass pitches

Managing Behaviour Through Active Outdoor Play

Managing children’s behaviour can often be difficult for schools and teachers as not all pupils respond to instructions in the same way. The increasing numbers

Developing Multi Ability Play Areas

All children have different levels of ability in both physical and academic skills, so it’s important that schools create multi ability play areas in an

Encouraging a Positive Outdoor Play Environment

For any children’s recreational facility at a school, nursery or public organisation, it’s vital to make sure that the environment is a safe and welcoming

Maximising the Value of Play Equipment

It’s vital that schools, nurseries and other play facilities provide children with opportunities to lead a healthy lifestyle and take part in a range

Artificial Pitch Framework Contractors

When building a new sports facility it’s important to choose a construction company that has the best skills and experience, this is why Councils, Sport

Long Jump Runway Free Facility Funding Q&A

Within the UK many schools’ athletics facilities are either non existent or in desperate need of upgrade, and because of this very reason many funding

Long Jump Runway Construction in Somerset

We recently completed a long jump runway construction project in Somerset. The work took place in a week at a school on an existing grass

Astro Turf Sports Pitch Contractors

There are many sports pitch contractors in the UK who can install 3G all weather synthetic turf sports facilities but we are premium contractors who

Long Jump Track with Sand Pit Construction in Slough, Berkshire

A school in Slough, Berkshire recently approached us as they were looking to transform their existing field into a top of the range athletics facility

Synthetic Turf Football Field Installers

Synthetic turf football field surfaces and multi use games area pitches can be designed for multiple sports including rugby and hockey as well as football.

Multi Use Long Jump Facility Installation in Essex

We recently carried out another long jump facility installation project at a high school in Upminster, Essex. The school wanted to transform an existing grass

Benefits of Artificial Clay Tennis Court Surfacing

ClayCourt Pro is the premium artificial clay tennis court surface specification with all the playing characteristics of natural clay but without all the heavy and

Costs to Build a Synthetic Clay Tennis Court

Building a synthetic clay tennis court is a great option for clubs and organisations who want the feel and characteristics of natural clay when playing

All Purpose Sports Pitch Builders

The growth in popularity of multi use games areas at schools and clubs in the UK means that children can take part in a wide

3G 5-a-Side Football Pitch Installation in Hampshire

We recently carried out a 3G 5-a-side football pitch construction for a school in Hampshire which wanted a multi use sports facility in synthetic turf

Needlepunch Playground Construction In Kilmarnock

As specialist sports and play surfacing contractors, we are often approached by schools and public sports facilities to carry out needlepunch playground construction projects. A

Basketball Court Construction to School Playground

Many organisations in the UK choose to have basketball court construction projects carried out to renovate existing sports surfaces or to create a brand new

Netball Court Construction in Stockport

We were recently approached to carry out a netball court construction in Stockport to refurbish an existing sports court. The facility had become damaged and contaminated

5-a-side Football Pitch 3G Artificial Grass Surfacing in Liverpool

One of our recent projects was the installation of a 5-a-side football pitch at a football and tennis sports centre in Liverpool. The existing area

5-a-side Football Pitch Construction with 3G Artificial Turf

We have installed a number of 5-a-side sports pitches across the UK to various schools and sports club facilities. One of our latest projects was

Tennis Court Synthetic Turf Cleaning Maintenance

Artificial grass tennis courts are common in the UK and the surfacing can become flooded and contaminated if the correct synthetic turf cleaning maintenance is

Flooded All Weather Pitch Surface Examination

Sand filled sports pitches are common in the UK as many organisations have them installed as an alternative to natural grass surfacing, however without proper

Flooded Hockey Pitch Sand Infill Cleaning

Many hockey pitches in the UK are made using sand filled synthetic grass surfacing, and it’s a good idea to carry out regular hockey pitch

Building 5-a-side Football MUGA in Gloucester

Having a synthetic 5-a-side football MUGA facility built is a popular choice for many clubs and schools in the UK as it can often be

Tennis Court Maintenance – Deep Clean and Recolouring

If you have a tennis court it’s important to keep it properly looked after, whether it’s for recreational use or competitive matches. Having an appropriate

Triple Jump Sand Pit Rubber Edges

Triple jump and long jump events are becoming very popular at schools, colleges and clubs throughout the UK. The London 2012 Olympics has been introducing

Tennis Court Construction Specifications

Tennis courts are very popular sports facilities in the UK, especially at schools, colleges and sports clubs. It is great to get kids into participating

Athletics Surfacing Specification Options

If you are looking for the best athletics surfacing specification for your facility, we offer a number of choices. Schools, colleges and sports clubs across

MUGA Construction Specifications and Costs

We can provide information on a range of MUGA construction specifications and costs to suit every project. Multi use games areas are versatile facilities which

Synthetic AGP Sports Surfacing Maintenance

Many schools and sports clubs across the UK are having artificial grass pitches installed to enable them to generate extra revenue by renting the facility

Athletics Surface Cleaning and Maintenance Costs

Athletics is a very popular sporting activity in the UK, it’s wide range of events means it offers diversity for kids who want to get

Outdoor Football Court Sports Surfaces

Outdoor football court surfaces can come in many different forms of size, dimensions and specification and this makes the construction and maintenance of the surfacing

Outdoor Basketball Court Sports Surfaces

Basketball is a very popular sport in schools, colleges and leisure centres across the UK. This means there is a high demand for top quality

Specialists in Building Artificial Football Fields

The installation of artificial football fields has become very popular in the UK over the past few years as many organisations such as leisure centres,

Needlepunch MUGA Surfacing Upgrade in London

Soft Surfaces Ltd was approached two years ago with regards to a multi use games area that was constructed in macadam, as the school did

PS15 Activity Surfacing and Floor Markings

Sport England offers primary spaces funding for the installation of PS15 activity surfacing and floor markings for a number of primary schools throughout the UK.

Primary School Sport England Funding

There are a range of Sport England funding options available for primary schools in the UK who are looking to install new play surfaces. The

Long Jump Track Construction Specialists

Long jump runway surfacing can be constructed and installed to meet a wide variety of different specifications and dimensions, depending on the requirements of each

Costs to Build a Long Jump Runway

When your organisation chooses to build a long jump runway, it can sometimes be difficult to decide on a budget and surfacing specification to suit

Sand Filled Synthetic Turf Pitch Costs

Sand filled synthetic turf pitches are very popular in the UK due to the multi functional/multi sport use in all weather conditions. Sand filled pitches

Sand Filled MUGA Surfacing

Astro turf sand filled MUGA surfacing is a popular sports facility which can be used for a number of different sports on the same surfacing,

Repairing Synthetic Turf Sports Pitches

Artificial sport surfaces are becoming more and more common in the UK as many organisations choose to resurface old muddy grass pitches with synthetic turf

Synthetic Grass Surfacing Options

When you choose to install a brand new artificial sports pitch for your school, college, club or leisure centre, it’s important that you explore all

Fibre Bonded Needlepunch Sport Surfacing

Synthetic fibre bonded needlepunch surfacing is a durable and long-lasting sports pitch material which provides excellent performance qualities for a range of sports including football,

Residential MUGA Tennis Courts Painting Specialists

MUGAs are often known as multi use games areas or kickabout courts and they often need sporadic or annual maintenance and this includes the painting

Residential Tennis Court MUGA Colour Spraying

Residential and domestic tennis courts are being installed in many gardens in the UK. MUGAs or multi use games areas/kickabout courts are specialist sports systems.

Costs to construct Triple Jump Athletics Facility

After the sporting success of the summer, why not add to your athletic facilities to breed the next generation of superstars? Our team install triple

Liquid DeIcer for Sports And Play Surfacing

Surfacing Deicer material for various surfaces including playgrounds, play areas, walkways, sports pitches and multi use games areas. With the cold weather due we recommend

Lano Sports Drive 23 Sand Filled Synthetic Turf

The lano sports drive 23 synthetic surface is a 23mm pile height artificial grass carpet. The carpet is sand-filled and is perfect for Hockey, however

Lano Sports Interplay 40mm 3G Synthetic Turf

A 3G sports pitch surface that can play both FOOTBALL and HOCKEY on?? Really?? Yes that is what the Lano Sports Interplay 40mm 3G Synthetic Turf

Profoot MXSi Lano Sports Artificial Specification

The most reliable, durable and all round professional quality 3G synthetic turf surfacing is the Lano Sports Profoot MXSI. This tufted, sand and rubber filled

Small Sided Football Dual Use Games Area

Soft Surfaces Ltd are a company based near Manchester in the UK and are one of many companies and contractors in the United Kingdom who

Play Area Surface Graphic Markings

We are able to install play area surface graphic markings for many outdoor facilities. Schools and nurseries often have these thermoplastic designs applied so children

Play Area Line Marking Specification

Our expert team can install a bespoke play area line marking specification for macadam playground surfaces in the UK. These markings come in a range of different graphic

Rake for Maintaining Long Jump Sandpit

The installation of long jump runways is quickly becoming more and more popular in schools, colleges and clubs throughout the UK. The keen interest in

Synthetic Long Jump Athletics Track Construction In Peterborough

The synthetic long jump run up construction in Ortongate, Peterborough was carried at a school on their grass playing field. The school desired for the

Funding Grants and Finance For UK Play Areas

There are a variety of funding grants and finance plans available for schools, clubs and councils in the UK to assist with the costs of

Padel Tennis Court Surfacing Installers

Padel tennis is an exciting sport that has been rapidly increasing in popularity over the last two years and now over 2 million people play

Padel Tennis Court Construction Contractors

Padel tennis has started to take the world by storm as one of the newest forms of racquet sports. Since originating from Mexico in 1969

Artificial Football Surfaces Set To Return to English Football

Artificial Football Surfaces are set to return to English football after the FA (The Football Association) have lifted the ban to allow this type of

FA Agree to 3G Technology Artificial Surfacing

With many realising the benefits of 3G technology artificial surfacing in sport and the ever-changing synthetic turf technology being produced, it is no surprise to

5 Reasons Why Your Artificial Grass May Have Melted

Synthetic grass surfacing is starting to become a popular choice for homeowners who want a high-quality grass lawn but with as little maintenance as possible

3 Reasons To Build Dual Use MUGA Ball Court

Multi or dual use games areas are a popular sports facility for schools, colleges, sports clubs and leisure centres in the UK. These versatile sports

Black Rubber Crumb Top Up For Artificial Pitch

A synthetic turf sports surface is made up of plastic grass fibres along with an infill. The infill consists of either just sand or a

MUGA Surfacing Suppliers, Contractors, Companies

MUGA or multi use games areas are facilities on which a multitude of different sports can be played, on different surfaces and within a contained

Artificial Cricket Wicket Surfacing

Artificial Cricket Wicket Surfacing is supply and installed throughout the UK to ECB approval by many contractors and installers. The ECB approve systems to make

Practice Cage Cricket Wicket Surfaces

Practice Cage Cricket Wicket Surfaces are all the rage in the UK for cricket clubs and schools because are an ideal facility to train and

Primary School Outdoor Classroom Funding Grants

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

Schools Timber Gazebo Wooden Shelters

Schools Timber Wooden Shelters are designed as a gazebo that is used for outdoor classrooms for the children and kids. A primary school and nursery

Playground Grass Mats Safer Flooring

Grass Mats installed on playgrounds are designed to have holes in the rubberised tile to allow grass to grow through the surfacing system. They are

Easifall UK Materials Bought By Soft Surfaces Ltd

Easifall recently stopped trading because of financial issues and as Soft Surfaces Ltd have been going from strength to strength they made an offer to

Ceased Trading – Easifall International Ltd

Easifall International Ltd based in sale, manchester in the UK have stopped trading due to financial difficulties and Soft Surfaces Ltd who have grown from

Easi Fall Specification Design Alternatives

Easifall International Ltd based at Unit 4, Booth Road, Sale Motorway Estate, Sale, Cheshire, M33 7JS have stopped trading and had their stock bought out by

Artificial Grass Nursery Play Area Flooring

Artificial Grass surfaces can be used for a Nursery Play Area because this type of flooring eliminates the need for mowing, as well as reducing

Wet Pour Safety Flooring Concrete Sub Base

The wetpour safety flooring is compiled of 15mm wearing course sat on top of a shock pad formed by bounding rubber granules and polyurethane resin

Wetpour Rubber Surfacing MOT Type 1 Sub Base

Wetpour rubber surfacing is a safe play area surface made from EPDM rubber which provides shock absorption qualities as well as a great drainage system

Existing Safer Pour Rubber Surface Renovation With Recap Overlay

Wet Pour areas are commonly known as ‘rubber tarmac’ or ‘safer pour’ and can become worn, damaged or slippy overtime. It is possible for rubber

Spongy Safer Pour Surfacing for Playgrounds

The spongy safer pour soft surface usually found in play areas is termed differently from person to person, for example someone may call it ‘rubber

Shock Attenuation Safer Pour Surfacing For Kids Play Area

Safer pour surfacing for kid’s play ground flooring, especially with play equipment, is a vital part of any build. The safety safer pour flooring is

Safer Pour Shock Attenuation Surface For Children’s Parks Flooring

Wetpour safer pour is known as a shock attenuating or shock absorbing safety flooring which is often installed to children’s playground flooring, schools, private sports

Tennis Court Maintenance Specialist Contractors

Maintenance of your tennis court surfacing is key for preserving its surface quality and your performance on the court. By keeping your court clean you

Professional Tennis Court Painting

We carry out professional tennis court painting for a range of facilities at schools, clubs and domestic homes. The paint acts as an anti-slip safeguard that

Domestic MUGA Construction Specialists

Soft Surfaces Ltd are specialist groundwork and surfacing contractors who specialise in the sports sector constructing sports courts / multi use games areas for residential and

Why Wetpour Safety Surfacing is ideal for Playgrounds?

We use wet pour surfaces which ensure that children stay safe while playing on the equipment. These surfaces can be used to full effect in any

How to Repair Rubber Playground Flooring

If your Wet-Pour surface has become dated and damaged it is possible to repair it yourself. Here at Soft Surface we now supply an easy

Renovating Existing Rubber Flooring with Recap Wetpour Overlay

Wet Pour areas are commonly known as ‘rubber tarmac’ and can become worn, damaged or slippy overtime. It is possible for rubber to shrink at

Q26 – Wetpour Playground Safety Surfacing

Wetpour playground safety surfacing is a rubberised crumb bound together with specialised glue. The Wetpour is mixed and laid insitu therefore it is important that

Rubber Wetpour Sphere 3D Globe

A rubber sphere can be a great addition to a design of playground, park or urban area. The spheres offer a decorative touch that can

Water Blend Wetpour Colour Safety Surfacing

When thinking of installing a rubberised safety surface to your playground, garden or park having a water looking effect /design is a great decorative idea!

Grass Blend Wetpour Rubber EPDM Flooring

A great way to have a give your garden, play area or nursery a grass looking effect with the safety and low maintenance of rubber

What are Play Area Funding Grants in the United Kingdom?

A grant refers to a specific amount of money that is distributed to an organisation and does not need to be paid back. Grant funding

How Do I Apply For Grant Funds for a Play Area in the UK?

It is well known that grants have helped many organisations around the UK develop their business and benefit the surrounding communities however what isn’t so

Synthetic Turf Sports Pitch Construction

Astroturf or synthetic all weather pitches are now a common sports facility in the UK. There are many different contractors in the UK who can

Synthetic Turf Sports Pitch Contractors

There are many contractors in the UK that are installers of 3G all weather synthetic turf pitches but Soft Surfaces Ltd are premium contractors who

Synthetic Turf Football Pitch Contractors

Astro turf synthetic multi use games area pitches are designed for sports like Rugby, Hockey and Football and is now becoming a common sports facility

Synthetic Turf Football Pitch Construction

Football pitches are often known as being wet, muddy and uneven in the UK but the more common introduction of Astroturf 3G synthetic all-weather pitches

Synthetic Turf Sports Fields

Astroturf synthetic all weather grass sports fields are now becoming a very popular choice for schools, sports clubs and local authorities. The sports surfacing involves

Synthetic Turf Football Field

The synthetic turf football field specification is now widely used for a number of sports facilities across the UK. Artificial pitches are ideal for schools

Synthetic turf Sports Surface Suppliers

Soft Surfaces Ltd are specialist contractors in the external sports surface sector. We have installed and constructed many different sports surfaces and these include 3G

Synthetic 3G Soccer Sports Surface

3G astro turf pitches can be used for sports like Rugby and Hockey but in the UK are primarily used for Football. Synthetic all weather

Synthetic turf Synthetic Soccer Sports Pitch

Artificial synthetic soccer pitches are often known as all weather pitches, 3G rubber infilled pitches or synthetic ball courts. These surfaces are now becoming quite

Rhino Mulch, in situ laid polyurethane bound rubber bark surface

Rhino mulch is an ideal surfacing option to consider if you have an existing loose play bark area. In order to keep your play area

Soft Services Safety Flooring In EPDM Rubber Crumb Materials

EPDM recycled rubber crumb is often turned into a soft safety floor in the UK and this is called Wetpour, soft tarmac or bouncy rubber.

Soft Services Playground Flooring Materials

Areas such as parks, playgrounds play equipment areas and golf pathways often need a suitable safety floor to help protect children and toddlers from the

Soft Services Play Area Floor Products

Play area flooring is an area where Soft Surfaces Ltd are true turnkey contractors / company. We have helped to specify and design many of

Soft Services Multi Use Games Areas Surfacing

Multi use games areas are a common sports facility in the UK and are seen in places like schools, local authority areas and sports clubs.

Soft Services MUGA Sports Pitch Surfacing

MUGA or multi use games areas can have numerous different surfaces, depending on the specification, design and sporting requirement if the facility. One of these

Flooding Astro Turf All Weather Pitch Needs Rejuvenation, Restoration Maintenance

Soft Surfaces Ltd are known in the UK as premium sports contractor who specialise in the construction, specification, design and maintenance provider for artificial sports

Proactive Maintenance To Artificial Sports Courts

Artificial sports courts are a very common and popular sporting facility in the UK. They provide a one stop area where people can play a

Proactive Maintenance For Multi Use Games Areas

Multi use games areas are facilities which have different sports surfaces, to suit a specification & design, and are designed to house multi sports and

UNFILLED SYNTHETIC SPORTS TURF SURFACING

SURFACINGS FOR SPORT PITCHES, MUGAS, ROOFTOPS 120 SURFACING FOR MUGA, SPORTS PITCHES, ALL WEATHER FIELDS Type: Unfilled Synthetic Turf Anticipated usage: to be confirmed Priority

Playground Wet Pour Flooring In Northamptonshire

Wet pour flooring is a rubber safety surface which we often install in and around play parks. It’s also suitable play equipment areas, pathways and

Playground Wet Pour Flooring In Northumberland

Soft Surfaces Ltd have a history of working in Northumberland in areas that include Alnwick, Newcastle Upon Tyne and Morpeth. We have installed the wetpour

Playground Wet Pour Flooring In Nottinghamshire

Nottinghamshire has been a particularly successful county for Soft Surfaces Ltd and we have worked in places like Nottingham, Mansfield and Worksop. In these areas

Playground Wet Pour Flooring In Oxfordshire

Wetpour is a rubberized safety surface that is ideal for areas such as play areas with play equipment, playgrounds, pathways and parks. Soft tarmac or

Playground Wet Pour Flooring In Rutland

Oakham, Uppingham and Cottesmore are areas of Rutland where our contractors have completed installations of Wet pour safety rubber surfacing. Wetpour is an in situ 2

Playground Wet Pour Flooring In Shropshire

Wetpour or soft tarmac is a product used predominantly on areas that need protection to protect against critical fall heights from play equipment. This 2

Playground Wet Pour Flooring In Somerset

Soft Tarmac, Wetpour or Poured in place is a safety surface that is designed to be installed in areas that require protection from critical fall

Astro Turf MUGA Sports Pitches Rejuvenation Maintenance

Astro turf MUGA synthetic all weather turf and 3G / 4G artificial grass are all purpose surfaces that are very common in the UK and

Rubber Outdoor External Playground Flooring

Rubber outdoor external playground flooring that is found in parks, play areas and playgrounds is known in the industry as a ‘Wet-Pour’ surface. A wet pour

SUDS Permeable Resin Bound Stone Footpath Paving

SUDS Permeable Resin Bound Stone Footpath Paving is also known as Resin Bound Gravel and offers a different option to surfaces both in commercial and domestic

Reactive Maintenance To Astroturf All Weather Pitches

Reactive and Pro active maintenance is an essential part of the lifetime of the synthetic all weather astro turf man made all weather grass that

Algal Squidge Sand Infilled Sports Pitch Contamination

Algal Squidge can occur on sand infilled and sand dressed artificial synthetic all weather surfaces and it can cause substantial damage to the playing performance

External Surfacing Skid Resistant Scale Deceleration Testing

External Surfacing Skid Resistant Scale Deceleration Testing measures the performance and safety of the sports surface whether this is a macadam type 1 MUGA or

Shock Absorption Vertical Deformation Field Testing

Shock Absorption Vertical Deformation Field Testing measures the safety of the surfaces to the players where a player is running and falling onto the flooring.

Vertical Ball Rebound Bounce Sports Surfacing Tests

Vertical Ball Rebound Bounce Sports Surfacing Tests are carried out onsite with insitu field testing by an independent testing body or can be carried out

Synthetic Turf Pitch Ball Roll Tests

Synthetic Turf Pitch Ball Roll Tests is carried out to newly installed artificial sports pitches, synthetic sport courts and multi use games areas. The sports

5aside Football Long Pile Synthetic Turf Pitches

5aside Football Long Pile Synthetic Turf Pitches is designed, constructed and maintained by Soft Surfaces Limited. The design is a crucial part of the project

AGP, STP, ATP Long Pile Artificial Grass Pitches

AGP, STP, ATP Long Pile Artificial Grass Pitches are abbreviated terms used and basically stand for artificial grass pitch, synthetic turf pitch and artificial turf

7 a side Soccer Long Pile Synthetic Grass Pitches

7 a side Soccer Long Pile Synthetic Grass Pitches are installed to all weather pitches, indoor football courts, floodlit multi use games areas and MUGAs.

Touch Rugby Long Pile Synthetic Turf Pitches

Touch Rugby Long Pile Synthetic Turf Pitches are built in the UK with drainage into the sub base to allow the sports pitch to be

IRB Type 22 Rugby Union Longer Piled Artificial Turf Pitches

IRB Type 22 Rugby Union Longer Piled Artificial Turf Pitches are built and constructed as all weather sports pitches to prevent the need for cancellation

RFU, RFL, IRB Sports Artificial Pitch Long Pile Synthetic Grass

RFU, RFL, IRB Sports Artificial Pitch Long Pile Synthetic Grass is installed onto full sized rugby fields which is a 3rd generation synthetic turf carpet

60mm Thick Long Pile Synthetic Turf All Weather Sports Pitches

60mm thick Long Pile Synthetic Turf All Weather Sports Artificial Pitches is designed and specified generally for rugby union and rugby league sports pitches which

40mm Depth Longer Piled Synthetic Pitch Surfacing

40mm depth Longer Piled Synthetic Grass Sport Pitch Surfacing is usually the specification designed on the NBS architects design. The 40mm thick artificial grass flooring

Play Area Safety Surfacing De Icer

Start planning for winter by ordering your playground de-icer now. Don’t wait till it snows or the first hard frost to appear and ice everything

Golf Pathways Options, Products, Construction

Is your local golf club pathway washing way ? Are you looking for a more permanent pathway solution for your golf club ? Our resin

Schools Deicer Surfacing Products – De Icer Frost Maintenance

Is there an alternative to grit salt as it makes the school entrance carpet very dirty ? Yes, Soft Surfaces liquid de-icer is ideal for

De Icer Liquid Applied Deicer Product to Wetpour Safety Flooring Pathways

De Icer Liquid Applied Deicer Product to Wetpour Safety Flooring Pathways and the liquid deicer starts to work from the moment it is ground contact. The

Safety Surfacing for Fitness Trim Trail made from timber

Timber trim trails are extremely popular within school playgrounds, nurseries and children creche areas, as they offer excellent value for money, allowing multiple users to

Muddy Wet Fitness Trim Trail Surfacing Options?

Is bound rubber bark a suitable safety surface? Yes if when it is used in the right areas. The areas it is ideal for is

Seamless Liquid Wet Pour Rubber EPDM Safer Surfacing

Wet Pour / Soft Tarmac / Poured in Place is a seamless, liquid based safer flooring that is normally specified for areas with children’s play

Long Jump Construction Companies, Contractors, Suppliers

Long jump is becoming more popular in the UK due to the continued investment made by Sport England and to the London 2012 Olympic effects!

Throwing Circle Construction Companies, Contractors, Suppliers

The throwing circle is for sports like Discuss, Shot Put and Hammer and is constructed using the same size / dimension. The diameter of the

Javelin Runway Construction Companies, Contractors, Suppliers

To meet IAAF or UK Athletics specifications and designs, the Javelin run up should be 30m in length by 4m in width and is made

Recreational Basketball MUGA Sports Pitch

MUGAs or multi use games areas are primary areas where people of all ages can participate in multi sport activities in a safe and contained

Recreational Mini Tennis MUGA Sports Pitch

Soft Surfaces Ltd are one of many companies and sports contractors who deal and install lots of different sports surfacing and facilities. Soft Surfaces have

Why Air Compressed Rejuvenation?

Rejuvenation is normally carried out on full sized synthetic grass surfaces and is designed to remove contaminated infill from the pile of the sports surface.

Will Rejuvenation Maintenance Revitalise My Sports Pitches?

The simple answer is yes. Our Rejuvenation process should form part of your long term pitch maintenance. The point at which the pitch requires to

4th Generation Synthetic Sport Surfacing

4th Generation Synthetic Sport Surfacing is being marketed all around the UK in leisure centres, schools, sports clubs and football league soccer domes. The term

STP, ATP, MUGA 4G All Weather Pitches

STP, ATP, MUGA 4G All Weather Pitches are all over the UK if you google locations like in schools, colleges, universities and sports grounds. However

Red EPDM Rubber Crumb Surfacing Suppliers

Red EPDM Rubber Crumb Surfacing Suppliers in the UK supply many installers, contractors and surfacing companies with their rubberised chippings for play grounds, parks and

Blue EPDM Rubber Crumb Surfacing Suppliers

Blue EPDM Rubber Crumb Surfacing Suppliers throughout the UK supply all the wetpour companies for their playground flooring, park surfacing or school play area surfaces.

Multi Use Games Area Rejuvenation Maintenance

Multi Use Games Areas are sports facilities that are often in places like schools, playgrounds and sports clubs and these surfaces often need vital rejuvenation

Billions of Rubber Balls in Fake Grass – 3G, 4G, 5G, 6G Pitches?

Recently I had a customer on the phone who said, “What generation of sports pitch surfacing is it when it’s got billions of rubber balls

3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Generation Sports Pitches – Difference in Specification

Within the UK if you speak to contractors, suppliers and installers of astro turf synthetic sports surfaces then you will probably get a different response

3G, 4G, 5G, 6G Artificial Synthetic Grass Pitches Explanation

What will be the latest innovation of the artificial sports pitches? That is the million dollar question and many are looking to design the latest

Innovation of 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th generation synthetic artificial pitch?

Innovation of 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th generation synthetic artificial pitch is all the rage within the UK. How can we design an artificial pitch which

Refurbishing Synthetic Grass All Weather Pitches With Rejuvenation

Synthetic grass sports pitches are normally sand filled, sand dressed or 3G artificial all weather Astroturf grass pitches which are designed for multi sport use

Revitalise MUGA Sports Court All Weather Pitch With Rejuvenation

MUGAs are often known as multi use games areas, kickabout courts, sports pitches and ATP / STPs. These games areas are often surfaced in a

All Weather Pitch Groundwork Contractors

All weather pitch construction is a prime part of Soft Surfaces Ltd. We have installed many of these multi use games areas in many areas

Costs constructing All Weather Pitch

Costing of an all weather surface can depend on lots of different factors such as area size / dimensions, type of sports surfacing required, full

Tests for Playground Safety Flooring

You would usually carry out tests for playground safety flooring after the installation of a play facility. It will often be when the area has

Outdoor Sports Surfacing Slip Tester Insitu Testing

Throughout the UK many outdoor sports areas are very slippery and this is mainly due to the fact of moss / algae growing on the

Independent Sport Flooring Tests to BS EN 13036-4

Independent Sport Flooring Tests to BS EN 13036-4 can be carried out to all multi use games areas, sports courts, tennis pitches, netball area, basketball

In Situ Slip Resistant Testing MUGA Sports Court

In Situ Slip Resistant Testing MUGA Sports Court is carried out to make sure the sports surfacing is fit for purpose and isn’t slippy for

Why is my all weather sports pitch surfacing waterlogged??

Why is my all weather sports pitch surfacing waterlogged has been asked several times over the past month due to heavy rain within the UK

Waterlogged Artificial Synthetic Turf Sports Pitches

Waterlogged Artificial Synthetic Turf Sports Pitches are a common problem in the UK at the moment. These issues can lead to facilities being unsafe for

Reasons Why All Weather Pitch Surfacing Gets Waterlogged and Flooded

There are many reasons why all weather pitch surfacing gets waterlogged and flooded and the first finger pointed is to the sports construction company who

Synthetic Grass Sports Surface Rejuvenation

Synthetic Grass Sports Surface Rejuvenation quotes are inclusive of extracting contaminated sand infill which can be removed from site or spread to a mutually convenient

Deep Cleaning Astroturf Sports Surfacing Maintenance

Deep Cleaning Astroturf Sports Surfacing Maintenance is an annually ongoing maintenance schedule set up with schools, leisure centres, colleges and universities. The deep cleaning is

Waterlogged Synthetic All Weather Pitch Solutions

Over time, and without an adequate maintenance schedule, artificial grass sports pitches can start to lose their porosity and begin holding water. This can have

Options for flooded synthetic all weather pitches

Options for flooded synthetic all weather pitches are being asked throughout the UK because of heavy rain forecasted and many schools are enquiring because are

Synthetic sports pitches corrective maintenance services

Synthetic sports pitches corrective maintenance services are needed to astroturf all weather pitches throughout the UK and this visit is speeded up when no maintenance

Why is my synthetic all weather pitch holding water and flooding?

Why is my synthetic all weather pitch holding water and flooding is a common question by many sports clubs and leisure centres in the UK

All weather pitches – Standing Water, Flooding, Poor Draining?

All weather pitches – Standing Water, Flooding, Poor Draining is a common enquiry at present and the client or customer who has phoned through are

Sports Surfacing Field Tests to damaged areas

Sports Surfacing Field Tests to damaged areas are carried out to older existing artificial surfaces which report the problems and more importantly give best advice

Commissioning newly installed sports surfacing test reports

Commissioning newly installed sports surfacing test reports are crucial because every individual project should have a sports surface test carried out to check the installed

Reactive Maintenance To MUGA Pitch Surfacing

Multi use sports pitches can come in many forms and have many different types of sports surfacing. These sports surfaces can include 3G all weather

Reactive Maintenance On Synthetic Turf Sports Pitches

Synthetic Turf Pitches or STP & Artificial Turf Pitches or ATP need ongoing maintenance to ensure that the performance is always acceptable and the surfacing

Tips Applying Polyurethane Painted Surface to Polymeric Multi Use Games Area

Polymeric EPDM Multi Use Games Areas or MUGAs are often coated in a polyurethane coating to aid slip resistance and to comply with governing body

Coating Of Synthetic MUGAs Surfacing With Water Based Coatings

There are now lots of sports facilities in the UK which are in need of renovation and upgrade, along with the many new full construction

Coating Of Synthetic MUGA Surfacing With Acrylic Coatings

There are a number of different coating options that are now available if your sports surface requires or has the need for it. Anti slip

Rhino Mulch Premium Resin Bonded Rubber Safety Surface

Rhino Mulch Premium Resin Bonded Rubber Safety Surfacing is made from recycled rubber shred which is then bonded with a PU Polymer resin to make

Rhino Mulch Resin Bound Rubber Shred Surface

Soft Surfaces Ltd have a great track record in the safety surfaces sector and the new Rhino Mulch resin bound rubber shred surface is a

7 a Side Football Pitch in 3G Artificial Sports Surface

7 aside football is a very popular sport in the UK, made ever more popular due to the FA premier league, Championship and the Spanish

Type 1 Macadam Multi Use Games Area Sports Surfacing

There are a number of different surfaces that you can have for MUGAs or Multi Use Games Areas in the UK and one of the

Resin Bound Rubber Crumb Sports Underlay Shockpad

Resin bound rubber crumb sports underlay shockpad is designed to act as a shock layer to go between the sub base used and the All

Rubberised SBR Mixed Insitu With PU Binder On Sports Surface Shockpads

Insitu Rubberised SBR PU Binder is a 15mm depth, recycled rubber chipping shockpad, installed over a Macadam sub base. This shockpad is designed to act

Twin Bar Rebound Weldmesh Ball Stop MUGA Fencing

Lots of modern sports surface facilities have installed sports fencing, to help create a secure sports facility. These modern MUGA Multi Use Games Area facilities

EPDM / SBR Rubber Surfacing Playground Flooring

Wetpour is a playground safety surface that is made up of a base and top rubber that are both mixed with a binder. The base

Multi Use Game Areas Surface Finishes

Multi use game area surfaces can come in 3 different forms. Polymeric surface, Porous Macadam and 3G 3rd generation artificial synthetic grass and all have

Sport Pitches Surface Finishes

Sports pitches surface finishes can now be taken down to 3 real choices. 3G artificial 3rd generation synthetic grass, Polymeric EPDM rubber and Porous Macadam

Rubber Tarmac Flooring

You may have seen children’s outdoor play facilities which have bouncy flooring to protect against injuries. Usually this will be underneath equipment like swings or

Schools Recreational Long Jump Runway Length

The standard length of a long jump runway is 45m and with a width of 1.22m. Long jump sand pits size is 9.0m x 3.0m

School Budgets Athletics Track Long Jump Runway Specifications

Long jump in the UK is now an ever popular part of UK school curriculum and sports club participation. Long jump has a standard specification

Multi User Games Area Surfacing, Construction

Multi User Games Area is now a very common sporting facility due to its multipurpose sporting use and different sports surfaces that it can be

Multi User Game Areas specification, design, costs

Many sports clubs, councils, schools and local authorities now have Multi User Game Areas available for people to use all year round. Multi use games

Multi User Sports Court

Multi user sports courts are special areas that are designed for external sporting use, available for most climate conditions and lots of different sports. There

Pole Vault Runway Construction

Pole Vault is now becoming more popular with sports clubs and schools as an athletics event. This is likely due to the Olympics and other

Pole Vault Run Up Surfacing

Pole Vault runway surfaces are now being re built and upgraded. The UK is now having extra funding for these works due to the Olympic

Athletics landing Sand Pit Covers

Athletics landing sand pit covers are now an essential part of sand pit maintenance and Health & Safety. Sand pit covers are normally supplied on

Athletics Landing Sand Pit Construction, Design, Costs

There is no standard dimension for the construction of a long jump landing pit as it seems that they can be made to any design,

Javelin Runway Distance, Length, Dimensions

Javelin runways have a standard distance, length and dimensions that are applicable to UK Athletics and IAAF designs and specifications. If you have a specific

Javelin Runway Specification, Design, Costs

Javelin runways have a specific specification and design but they can be adapted to suit most cost requirements and budgets. The standard specification will meet

Olympic Legacy Funding Funds Available For MUGA Multi Use Games Areas

There is now lots of funding available for the construction and renovation for MUGA due to the ongoing commitment by the Olympic Legacy committee and

Sports Coatings Macadam Acrylic Anti Slip Surface Paint

A common specification for a Type 2 MUGA is that the surface is to be painted in an Acrylic Colour Anti Slip Paint. A Type

Type 2 MUGA Open Textured Porous Macadam Polyurethane Painting Finish

Type 2 MUGA is determined by the finished playing surface. This type of MUGA is made from an Open Textured Porous Macadam finish which is

Yellowing, Discolouring of Rubber Crumb Wet Pour Surfacing

Aromatic binders (moisture curing) create a yellowing effect on all surfaces. The phenomenon is the result of the formation of transparent crystals during the curing

Tips Applying Polyurethane Painted Surfaces To Macadam MUGA Surfacing

Porous Macadam MUGA’s or Multi Use Games Areas often have an anti slip coating applied to the surface as it will ensure that this surface

Fixed Solid Schools Take-Off Board

Fixed Solid Schools Take-Off Board is used on long jump runways and triple jump runways. There is no jump indicators on these so it is

Pressure Cleaning Tennis Courts MUGA Surfaces

Pressure cleaning of the tennis sports court is now a vital part of Multi Use Games Area maintenance and could help prolong the life of

Socketed tennis, basketball, netball posts replacement lid sockets

Socketed tennis, basketball, netball posts replacement lid sockets are vital to old MUGAs because many hinged lids break and need replacing but without these then

Refurbishment Of Run Down Netball Courts

Netball is an increasingly popular sport in the UK and we are seeing lots more netball being played in clubs, leisure centres and schools. We

Resin Bound Gravel / Stone Pre Installation Guide

Resin bound stone or aggregate can be used on a number of different surfaces. The end result will give a porous / semi porous, hardwearing

Resin Bound Gravel / Stone Mixing & Application Guide

The application of Resin Bound Stone process is a tricky process but the end results can be stunning. Using an action mixer or other motorised

Floodlit Sports Surface Restoration Upgrade

MUGA restoration can be vital to the performance of a sports club / society. A poor sports surface which is badly in need of upgrading

Upgrade Convert Rundown Tennis Court MUGA

Converting a Rundown Tennis Court MUGA can energise the sports club. A rundown ball court can have a negative effect on players and subject them

Tennis Court Contractors Repairers Directory UK

The repair and maintenance works of tennis courts is vital to the on going sporting performance of the ball court. MUGA repairs are now common

Tennis Court Contractors Refurbishment UK Directory

Tennis & MUGA courts and specialist sports surfaces which require renovation and regular maintenance. There are a number of different contractors who will undertake ball

Floodlight Multi Use Games Area

Floodlit Multi Use Games Area is a multi use sports area which has specialist surfacing. The MUGA can come in various different sizes or dimensions

Floodlight All Weather Sports Pitch

Floodlit all weather sports pitches are now an integral part of sporting play in the UK. The construction of the all weather pitch is dependent

Rubber EPDM Spheres To Playground Surfaces

Rubber EPDM spheres are now a popular part of Wet Pour Soft Surfacing play areas due to their decorative and sensory properties. These rubber spheres

Soft Spheres Adding Third Dimension 3D To Play Area

Soft playground rubber spheres are often added to the design of a play area by architects or site managers due to the 3D third dimension

Coloured Play Safety Surfacing

If you are looking for coloured play safety surfacing, you might be interested in EPDM wetpour rubber. The EPDM wet pour rubber surfacing colour options

MUGA All Weather Surfaces Finish

MUGA all weather surfaces are now common place in schools and sports clubs as they provide a modern, safe sporting complex which has been specially

Play Area Wet Pour Safety Surfaces Finish

Play area wet pour safety surface is a finish that is designed for toddler play areas and play equipment areas. Wet pour or soft tarmac,

Twin Bar Panel Ball Court Fences

MUGA Twin Bar Panel fencing is an attractive option for any sporting project which requires a high quality perimeter fence. A standard specification for this

Removal of Rubber Play Tiles & Wet Pour Upgrade

We are seeing more of play areas that are in need of urgent renovation. Many of these areas are children’s play areas and have an

Recolouring Sports Court Surfaces

If you have a tarmac or polymeric sports court, you may be interested in details regarding recolouring sports court surfaces. Recolouring your sports surface is

Recolouring Moisture Cure Anti Slip Paint & Line Marking to Sport MUGAs

Recolouring Moisture Cure Anti Slip Paint & Line Marking to Sport MUGAs has to be done in dry weather and this is vital in the

Outdoor play surfaces suppliers

Soft Surfaces are Outdoor play surfaces suppliers throughout the UK being able to supply all types of safety surfacing from EPDM rubber crumb, bonded rubber

Resin Bound Rubberised Crumb 12 – 15mm Depth Shock Pad

A shockpad or Resin Bound Rubberised Crumb is an In – Situ durable layer that is designed to go between the final playing surface and

Nortex All Weather Surfacing Self Binding Gravel

Nortex All Weather Surfacing Self Binding Gravel is what used to be installed on tennis courts, multi use games areas, sports pitches and athletics facilities

How to Design a Outdoor School Playground Surfaces Area

How to Design an Outdoor School Playground Surfaces Area can be done by the headteacher or even by the pupils. You have a selection of

Long Jump Surface Construction Athletics Track Costs

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

Q26 Special surfacing / pavings for sport / general amenity

The NBS specification under the Q26 is for all types of special surfacing on play areas, playgrounds, MUGAs and sports pitches. There are several headers

Porous Polymeric Surfaced MUGA

Porous Polymeric Surfaced MUGA is installed throughout the UK on multi use games areas for children and kids to play varied sports on. It is

Impact attenuating playground surfacing

Impact attenuating playground surfacing is a type of safety surface to meet the CFH critical fall height of play area equipment which is tested under BS

Impact Attenuating Play Area Surface Under Playground Equipment

We offer a range of impact absorbing safety surfaces Impact attenuating play area surface under playground equipment is needed when : (1) The CFH critical

4G Grass Football Pitch Sports Surfacing Synthetic Turf Carpet

4G Grass Football Pitch Sports Surface Synthetic Turf Carpet is a great marketing tool. At present there is no such thing as a 4G 4th

Rubber Kerbs to Athletic Triple Jump Runways

Rubber Kerbs to Athletic Triple Jump Runways are installed for the safety of the children and kids that will be using the athletics track and

Size of Netball Court Sports MUGAs

The design of Netball Court can have a major impact with the surface type and price. The Multi Use Games Area / MUGA surfacing is

Size of 5 a Side Court MUGA

5 a Side MUGA sports courts have a minimum playing size of 25.91m x 16.76m. The dimensions you choose will depend on the design you

Roll Form Welded Mesh Fences For Multi Use Games Areas

Roll Form welded Multi Use Games Area Fencing, is a popular fencing system which is perfect for MUGA’S and Ball Courts, comes in various specifications

MUGA Anti Slip Sports Coatings

MUGA Anti Slip Sports Coatings are installed on all types of sports courts throughout the UK. A multi use sports facility is generally coated to

Rubber Playground Surface Construction

Rubber playground surface construction is carried out in a number of locations around the UK. We can supply and install products to fit schools’ budgets

Children’s Play Area Flooring

Children’s play area flooring can vary for indoor surfaces and outdoor playground facilities. Lots of places such as schools and nurseries can have these different

40mm Thick Wetpour Insitu Synthetic Surfacing

40mm thick wetpour insitu synthetic surfacing is made up of two types of rubber crumb materials which is epdm granules on the wearing course and

Poured In Place Rubber Bouncy Playground Surfaces

Poured In Place Rubber Bouncy Playground Surfaces are a safety surfacing requirement to be installed under play equipment to meet the HIC test for children

Seamless Rubber Play Area Surfaces

Seamless Rubber Play Area Surfaces is an insitu applied safety surfacing flooring applied on play areas and playgrounds. The seamless system is available to be

Acrylic Sports Court Spraying Anti Slip Paint Surface

Acrylic Sports Court Spraying Anti Slip Paint Surface is installed onto macadam type 1 and type 2 MUGAs throughout the UK. The acrylic anti slip

Impermeable cushioned acrylic tennis courts

Impermeable cushioned acrylic tennis courts are installed to falls as the surface is not porous and therefore water will be held on top of the

Upgrade, Refurbishment, Replacement of Wetpour Flooring

Upgrade, Refurbishment, Replacement of Wetpour Flooring is very common due to the main reason being that rubber shrinks and expands. It is inevitable that rubber

Wetpour Band Perimeter Shrinkage Repairs

Wetpour Band Perimeter Shrinkage Repairs are very common in the UK because rubber crumb EPDM is prone to shrink and expand in adverse weather conditions.

Long / Triple Jump Runway Design

Do you have an existing long jump or triple jump that you wish to renovate? Are you looking to install a brand new athletics runway?

Soft Tarmac Suppliers, Contractors, Installers

Soft Tarmac Suppliers, Contractors, Installers can only be done when the weather is dry and cannot be done in wet condition because the rubber epdm

All Weather Surface Children’s Playground Safety Flooring

All Weather Surface Children’s Playground Safety Flooring can be a selection of safety surfaces within the UK. All weather grass comes in all pile heights

Rubber Tarmac School Outdoor Playground Flooring

Rubber Tarmac School Outdoor Playground Flooring is known to many within the industry as soft pour or wet pour safety surfaces. Wetpour rubber crumb surfacing

Soft Fall impact absorbing playground surface

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

Costs of Schools Playground Safety Surfaces

Costs of Schools Playground Safety Surfacing can vary from job to job depending on access, dimensions and measurements for the desired play area. The next

Moisture Cure Polyurethane Binders

Moisture Cure Polyurethane Binders are used on polymeric surfaces and impact absorbing playground surfacing areas. The PU binders have been used for years as adhesives

EPDM wet pour rubber surfacing colour options

EPDM wet pour rubber surfacing colour options are wide range because there is a dozen colour EPDM granules available. The cheapest option is a black

MUGA Nationwide

Soft Surfaces are able to design, construct and maintain MUGA sports pitches throughout the UK. The construction can involves a multitude of works including groundworks,

Q26 IN SITU SYNTHETIC SURFACING

Q26 Special surfacing/ pavings for sports/ general amenity IMPACT ABSORBING SURFACINGS FOR PLAY AREAS 300 EXTENT OF IMPACT ABSORBING SURFACING · General: Lay to the

Q26 RUBBER MAT AND TILE SURFACING

Q26 Special surfacing/ pavings for sport/ general amenity IMPACT ABSORBING SURFACINGS FOR PLAY AREAS 300 EXTENT OF IMPACT ABSORBING SURFACING General: Lay to the impact

Q26 SYNTHETIC GRASS SURFACING

Q26 Special surfacing/ pavings for sport/ general amenity IMPACT ABSORBING SURFACINGS FOR PLAY AREAS 300 EXTENT OF IMPACT ABSORBING SURFACING General: Lay to the impact

LEAP Local Equipped Area for Play

LEAP is a Local Equipped Area for Play that is needed on building sites when building a certain amount of houses or apartments. The LEAP is

NEAP Neighbourhood Equipped area for play

NEAP is a Neighbourhood Area Equipped for Play that is constructed on building sites when there’s a certain amount of houses or apartments. The NEAP

LAP, LEAP, NEAP Play Area

Guidance has been produced regarding kids play with two main sources of information: Fields in Trust (FIT), formally NPFA, and Play England. Play England provides

Resin Bound Rubber Mulch

One popular outdoor surface type is resin bound rubber mulch. This is made from 100% recycled tyre rubber shred, which is then colour coated. This

Safe Play Area Surface

We can install a safe play area surface for your outdoor facility to prevent kids from being injured while running around or using equipment. One

Why you should use an API member??

1. Quality in Play Confirm your play supplier is part of a recognised play-body. All API member companies adhere to a Professional Code of Conduct

What is a Wetpour Repair Kit?

Wetpour is a rubber surface which is often used in children’s play areas to provide safety qualities and colourful designs. It is becoming increasingly popular

Rubber Spheres Play Equipment

Rubber EPDM spheres can be used in parks and gardens and even city streets, as a piece of play equipment, as seating or just a

Rubber Safety Surface Overlay

Do you have an existing wetpour surface that has shrunk at the edges and has rips or tears? There are a few options you could

Pressure Washing Clean

After arriving on the site for tennis courts, mugas, playgrounds or play areas all equipment to be used is moved into a safe enclosure. This

Safety Surfaces for Playgrounds

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

Playground Surfaces Letter

Soft Surfaces Ltd is a Specialist Wet-pour Safety Surfacing and playground construction company providing services to the public and private sectors. As a reputable company

Protective Playground Flooring

There are many types of protective playground flooring for a children’s play area. These are designed to absorb impact if a child falls while running

All Weather Pitch Sports Surfaces

All weather pitches are a synthetic sports pitch constructed in artificial grass. These sports surfaces can be line marked for multi use sports so one

Long Jump Run Up Construction Specialists

As long jump run up construction specialists, the supply & installation of a run up and sand pit athletics facility is one of our core

3G Sports Pitch Construction

We have constructed and installed hundreds of 3G pitches around the UK. What is a 3G Pitch? A 3G pitch is a Third Generation synthetic

Wetpour Graphics Rubber Inserts

Having wetpour graphics rubber inserts installed within children’s playground flooring brightens up the impact absorbing safety surface. The rubber inserts are new to the market saving

Type 3 Polymeric Surfacing MUGA

Type 3 polymeric surfacing MUGA facilities are rubber surface specifications which are ideal for a variety of sports with the main sport as netball. Other activities played

Tennis Court Construction

Tennis facility construction project for a facility which is also utilised as a MUGA (Multi Use Games Area) for a variety of sports. The completed

Third Generation 3G Artificial Grass Sports Surfacing

Supply and installation of 3G artificial grass sports surface (third generation surfacing) with inlaid lines cut in for football, rugby and hockey at Aston university. 3G Artificial Grass Pitch

Elastic Shockpad Layer

Elastic insitu shockpad layers are installed under the installation of artificial grass on sports pitches. A elastic shockpad is a resilient layer between the sub base

Wetpour Colours

Wetpour safety surfacing can be installed in a selection of colours but it is worth noting that only one touching colour can be installed in

Sports Rebound Fence

Soft Surfaces are the leading sports rebound fence contractors throughout the UK. We can offer the full scope of works from design, construction and maintenance.

Recessed Manhole Covers

Installers of Manhole Covers UK It is a well known fact that Playground surfacing are designed to protect children, however sometimes within play areas you may

Playground Surface HIC Safety Flooring

Playground surfacing is installed throughout the UK to protect children on play equipment. Playground surfacing has progressed year on year and there are several different

Sports Surface

Soft Surfaces Ltd are offering every type of sports surface within the UK from macadam, polymeric, needlepunch to synthetic turf sports pitches. They all have

Wetpour Nationwide

Nationwide Wetpour Installers Soft Surfaces Ltd carries out wetpour surfacing throughout the UK. We have been established 15 years and travelled throughout the UK, Ireland

Play Area Safer Surfacing

Play area safer surfacing is a common name used within the children’s outdoor playground surfaces. Other names which are often used for this safer surfacing

Artificial Grass Nationwide

Artificial Turf Construction UK Artificial Grass is all the rage throughout the UK whether it be a synthetic turf sports pitch for a professional football

Rhino Turf

Rhino Turf Surfacing If you’re looking for professional installers of Rhino Turf surfacing within the United Kingdom, then you have come to the right

Health and Activity Levels in Children

Activity has a massive impact on children’s wellbeing and studies have proved that taking part in activities actually benefits individuals in more than one way.

Benefits of Outdoor Play For Children

I’m sure you’ll agree that as a young child some of your fondest memories were made outdoors. Playing football, hopscotch or on your bike. Some