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Endurance MMA Surfacing is a high-durability sports surface used across the UK on multi use games areas and sports facilities.

The Endurance cold-applied MMA high friction Surfacing is a Methyl Methacrylate material that is safe for children’s playgrounds and rated as the best surface specification for slip resistance for netball, tennis, basketball, football, and multi use games.

In our guide to MMA Surfacing for Multi Use Games Areas, we provide all the information on why this surface type has become the most popular hard-wearing surface in school play areas, heavy traffic parks, local sports clubs and leisure centres.

Why Has MMA Surfacing Been Voted The Number One Specification for MUGA Courts?

Endurance MMA Surfacing has been voted the number one high-durability sports surface by architects due to its hard wearing and long life playing qualities.

The two most important playing characteristics of a multi use games area surface specification are:

• The lifespan of the playing surface
• The slip resistance properties

When tested, Endurance MMA MUGA flooring was considered the best option for both longevity and slip resistance purposes.

This high friction surfacing is both safe and durable for numerous years, making it a perfect choice for multi use games area surfacing.

Endurance MMA Surfacing VS Polymeric MUGA Surface

The main difference between Endurance MMA Surfacing and Polymeric Rubber Surfaces is that the cold applied Methyl Methacrylate material is harder wearing and designed to last 2-3 times longer than the life of a polymeric rubber surface.

Polymeric surfaces are a rubber safety sports surfacing specification that is great for netball and tennis. However, if the surface is for a primary school playground with many children running on it or a public park, a more robust surface type like Endurance MMA coating is required.

Endurance MMA Surfacing VS 3G Synthetic Turf

The main difference between Endurance MMA Surfacing and 3G Synthetic Turf is the third-generation artificial grass is designed specifically for football and rugby purposes.

If you are looking to use the sports court for multiple sports, including netball, basketball, and tennis or as a heavily used play area the Endurance MMA coating is a much better specification. However, if the sports facility is specifically for a 5-a-side football pitch then the 3G artificial grass is a better solution.

Endurance MMA Surfacing VS Needlepunch

The main difference between Endurance MMA Surfacing and Needlepunch is the fibre-bonded artificial grass is limited in its design capabilities as you do not want many joints in the outdoor carpet.

A Needlepunch Multisport Synthetic is a great choice of outdoor carpet if the area is solely used for specific sports and never used as an overspill car park or hard-wearing playground area.

Endurance MMA Surfacing VS Tarmac

The main difference between Endurance MMA Surfacing and Tarmac is the cold-applied MMA surface treatment provides much higher skid-resistant properties. High friction surfacing is an important safety feature for both secondary and primary schools and should definitely be considered.

The Endurance MMA Surface can also be designed in multi colours and be used for the demarcation of sports lines.

Although anti slip paint can be added to tarmac surfaces as a cost effective solution, acrylic paint does not hide imperfections in existing tarmac surfacing like MMA high friction surfacing does.

Benefits of Endurance MMA Surfacing

Here are some of the main benefits of using Endurance MMA Surfacing:

• Sports surface can also be used as an overspill car park (no other sports surfacing specification has highway grade testing data)
• Longest lifespan of any sports surfacing specification
• Can be installed in any shape or size
• Clients can create bespoke designs to meet your requirements with any design achievable
• Highest slip resistance properties of any sport surface
• Demarcation of sports for multi use purposes
• Can enhance the overall look and safety of your existing surface

There are many more advantages to the Endurance MMA Surfacing specification, including the fact that the product can be installed on old, tired-looking macadam areas.

How Much is Endurance MMA Surfacing?

Endurance MMA Surfacing costs £59 per m2 when laid over an existing tarmac surface.

The prices can fluctuate for Endurance MMA Surfacing depending on the size of the surface area and the colour of the design.

For the best rates of Endurance MMA Surfacing, simply fill in our enquiry form for a free no obligation quote.

Endurance MMA Surfacing Colours

Endurance’s cold applied MMA surface coatings are available in the following colours:

• Red MMA Coating
• Blue MMA Coating
• Green MMA Coating
• Yellow MMA Coating
• Purple MMA Coating
• Orange MMA Coating
• Pink MMA Coating

We can install the MMA surfacing in a wide range of colours to meet any design specification.

The easy-to-install surface treatment is engineered to achieve the highest levels of durability, adhesion, and colour stability.

Summary

If your facility is looking for a bright, colourful surface that improves the slip-resistant finish and enhances safety, Endurance MMA Surfacing is the perfect surface choice.

Recently voted the number one sports surface specification for MUGA courts and Multi Use Games Areas, the tough and durable coating is very popular in schools, colleges, and public parks.

The grade of Endurance’s MMA finish has been assessed and registered as meeting the requirements of BS EN ISO 9001 and BS EN ISO 14001.

MMA line markings are designed to provide retro-reflectivity, surface adhesion, high durability, and reliable performance in high-stress locations. We want to offer the best way to mark high-traffic areas where durability and safety are the most important things.

There are many choices for surface types on MUGAs to meet the sporting playing characteristics. If the area is for heavy use, the highest grade specification is the Endurance MMA Surfacing product.

Get in touch today to receive any product specifications, case studies, reviews, or a free, no-obligation quotation for your facility

There are many different types of playground surfacing out there. With the wide variety of playground safety surfacing available, finding the right flooring for your play area can be difficult.

With this in mind, we aim to help provide outstanding service and advise you on which playground flooring would be best for you!

If you are looking for the best playground safety surfacing in surrey, look no further.

You can find all the details and guidance you need for play area safety surfacing on this page!

Types Of Outdoor Play Area Surfaces In Surrey

We offer a wide range of playground surfaces for playgrounds in Surrey.

We can provide amazing playground safety surfacing such as Wet Pour Playground surfacing, Rubber Playground Mulch, Artificial Grass & many more!

These products provide a safe playground surface for your little ones to enjoy.

They come in various colours and designs, which will not only mean that the play area surfacing construction you want is safe but also colourful and interactive.

Wet Pour Playground surfacing in Surrey

Wet Pour is an amazing impact-absorbing safety surface made of Resin-Bound Rubber Crumb.

Other names, such as Softpour, Soft Tarmac and Resin Bound Rubber crumb, can describe this surface.

The colour most often used is black EPDM rubber. However, it can come in a wide range of colours.

A Wet Pour system is installed in a few stages, the first being a base course, which is a layer of black SBR base layer that acts as a shock pad layer, and then once that has set, the wearing course will be laid on top, which will come in whichever colour you have chosen.

Wet Pour Colours & Designs

Here are just some of the amazingly expansive colours Wet Pour can be installed in:

• Black EPDM rubber
• Terracotta Red
• Light & Dark Blue
• Light & Dark Green
• Bright & Earth Yellow
• Pink
• Brown
• Grey
• And many, many more!

Not only can you have Wet Pour playground flooring laid in these colours, but you can also make your very own custom blends of colours by mixing two different colours of this fantastic play area flooring!

Maybe you can add some amazing graphics to your children’s play areas!

Wet Pour Installation & Maintenance

When it comes to maintaining your play area safety surfacing, all this would require is regular sweeping to keep the area looking clear and clean and maintain the porous nature of the surface.

If you maintain your play area surface well, it can last for up to 10-15 years!

With all of this considered, it’s not hard to see why Wet Pour is one of the most dynamic outdoor play areas surfaces in surrey!

Our Wet Pour safety surfacing is tested to meet the BS EN 1177 safety standards for play safety and Critical Fall Height (CFH) ratings.

Bonded Rubber Mulch Playground Surfacing in Surrey

Bonded Rubber Playground Mulch is a playground surfacing similar to wetpour playground surfacing.

However, Rubber Mulch resembles Tree Bark to give your play areas a nice, warm natural look!

It is made out of recycled rubber shred and is bonded together with a polyurethane resin.

This means the surface is not only safe but more environmentally friendly!

Our Bonded Rubber Mulch safety surfacing is tested to meet the BS EN 1177 safety standards for play safety and Critical Fall Height (CFH) ratings.

How Is It Installed?

Before our installers can lay the Rubber Mulch they would first lay a Geotextile membrane.

Once the membrane is down we would mix the Rubber Mulch with a polyurethane resin and, similarly to Wet Pour, it would be poured onto the membrane and left to set fully before it can be used.

With Bonded Rubber Mulch Being a poured surface, it can also be laid around play equipment such as Climbing Frames & Swings!

Colours & Designs

If you want your play surface to have a highly natural aesthetic while ensuring your play area is as safe as possible, then Rubber Mulch is your choice.

Here are a few examples of the colourations you can have:

• Earth Brown
• Acorn Brown
• Forest Green
• Mahogany Red
• & More!

We can also provide services for maintaining and repairing this type of playground surfacing in Surrey!

Artificial Grass Safety Surfacing in Surrey

Artificial Grass, also known as Play Grass, is natural-looking synthetic grass.

This type of surface is often preferred to real grass and other artificial alternatives due to its durability, low maintenance, fantastic drainage and amazing looks!

It is a surface that is very well suited to outdoor play areas, especially in the UK, with the everchanging weather, you can have to amazing appearance of a grass lawn, with none of the hassles of trying to maintain it during the high heat and pouring rain.

How is it installed?

If you’re looking to have this playground surfacing in Surrey, then you will want to know how it is installed, whether it is installed beneath playground equipment or just in your garden!

When we would come to your location to lay the playground surfacing, we would first lay a Geotextile Membrane, to prevent any weed growth from underneath the surface.

Then, if you have chosen to have this option or you have a CFH (Critical Fall Height) due to any play equipment in your playground, we would install a shock pad layer.
This makes the surface more forgiving with impacts.

Finally, we would install the Artificial Grass Surfacing, if you require it to be installed beneath playground equipment.
We would make sure it conforms to any fixing or stands in the play area, so your new playground surfacing looks amazing!

Specification & Maintenance

When it comes to using Artificial grass as a safety surfacing in surrey, we can offer multiple different options with regard to the thickness of the surface!

Here is a list of the thicknesses of Artificial Grass we offer:

• 15mm
• 20mm
• 24mm
• 30mm
• & 40mm

If you want to know which thickness of this playground surface would be best for your play area, then you know where to find us!

With regard to maintaining this surface, we would advise a regular visual check of the playground flooring and removing any debris and litter from the playground.

Tarmac Playground Flooring in Surrey

Tarmac, or Tarmacadam, is used for a wide variety of playground surfacing in surrey and all over the rest of the UK. This is because it is one of the most reliable, durable and low-maintenance surfaces there is!

This type of surface is often preferred when it comes to large play areas with a small amount of play equipment or areas that are also used for more sporting activities.

How is it installed?

First, if the area is unlevel, the area will be excavated and levelled; after that, a Geotextile Membrane will be laid to prevent weed growth.

The foundations are then installed to make a sub-base for the Tarmac; Tar and stones are mixed and poured over the surface and left to set!

Safety & Maintenance

keeping your little ones safe while having fun on the playground is the top priority; when it comes to Tarmac playground surfacing, we recommend using this surface in a play area with low height or no play equipment and not where there are Swings & Climbing Frames.

This is because Tarmac is a hard playground flooring, and falling from a significant height could cause injuries.

It is relatively simple if you want to keep your play area surfacing in tip-top condition with a Tarmac surface!

All it would require would be a regular visual check of the surface and removing any debris and dirt in the area.

We would also recommend having an annual professional cleaning done to keep your area looking amazing, which we offer!

Resin Bonded Gravel Surfacing in surrey

Want an amazing-looking pathway or surround for your playground?

then we would highly recommend enquiring with us about a price quotation for Resin Bonded Gravel!

It comprises natural stone aggregate bound together with a polyurethane resin.

Colours & Design

With a wide variety of colours and designs, this surface is durable, looks fantastic, and can be installed to fit your requirements!

Resin Bounded Gravel can be installed to fit almost any shape and size you require; whether it be an unusual shape area or a windy pathway, with its high versatility, it would be great in almost any situation!

Now, the colours you have to choose from. We offer a natural colour pallet for our Resin Bounded Gravel surfaces in surrey, from light and bright shades to more autumn-type, cooler shades.

Maintenance

To keep this surface looking as fresh and amazing as when it was first installed around your playground, we recommend you brush the surface regularly to clear any debris & carry out a jet wash cleaning now and again.

As this surface is porous, it will help ensure that its ability to drain water isn’t diminished!

High Durability Paint

High Durability Paint, also known as Endurance or M.M.A. is a high-durability paint coating that is sure to make your playground flooring as colourful and vibrant as possible!

If you think your current playground surface could use a facelift, this is the perfect product.
With its ability to handle temperatures up to 40 degrees Celsius and with it being able to handle all sorts of wear and tear, it is second to none when it comes to holding its colour for a very long time!

How Is It Installed?

After you have settled on using High Durability Paint on your playground surfaces in surrey, the installation process will begin.

1. Once the paint has been mixed, it will be applied to the surface using a squeegee to ensure it is evenly distributed.
2. The paint is then finished with a roller to provide a textured & slip-resistant surface.
3. the paint is then left to dry and once it has, you can enjoy your amazing new surface.

Maintaining Your Playground Surface

All that would be required to keep your surface in the best condition would be to make sure to keep the area clean and clear of any debris!

Loose Rubber Mulch

Loose Rubber Mulch is a very similar surface to Bark Mulch, in appearance and practicality!

The major difference between the two is that Loose Rubber Mulch is, obviously, Rubber. So while it may not be as environmentally friendly as Bark Mulch, it is recycled because it is made from old shredded tyres.

Colours & Design

Unlike Bark Mulch, which comes in all the same colour, or many different colours mixed into one, Rubber Mulch colour can be chosen to suit your specific needs & wants.
While all of the colours we offer with this product are made to look natural, there is still a wide variety of options.

Picking out a design for your playground surfacing in surrey can be difficult; the good thing is that this surface is a loose one, which means if you would like to reshape or redesign your area, it is only the case of spreading the mulch out a different way or picking up and moving it to a different place.

Safety & Maintenance

Regarding safety, as the surface is made out of rubber, it will be softer than real Bark Mulch, and there would be less of a possibility of it breaking apart and creating sharp edges, not to mention splinters.

Maintenance-wise, the surface would require regular upkeep, such as using a rake to spread the surface evenly should it gather in certain places more than others and clearing any rubbish/debris.

One of the best elements of this surface is that because it is made from recycled rubber, it won’t degrade or decompose, which means it can last for as long as it is kept in good condition!

Rubber Tiles

While this type of surfacing is similar to Wet Pour and Bonded Rubber Mulch, being a solid rubber surfacing, Rubber Tiles are often used for more rigid shaped areas like rectangular and square shaped areas.

How is it installed?

After you have done all the preparation work, like making sure the sub-base is level and the area is clear, you can begin laying your rubber tiles!

You will find laying the rubber tiles is a lot like a very easy jigsaw; all it is is a case of laying the rubber ramps around the sides of the surface of your rubber tiles will be raised, then laying them one by one and fitting them together.

Safety & Maintenance

Making sure your new surfacing in Surrey stays in good shape for as long as possible is a top priority!

For cleaning and maintenance, the method is quite simple; we would advise brushing and mopping the surface to keep it clean and looking fresh.

We would also advise carrying out the occasional visual inspection of the surface to ensure there are no cracks, chips or unevenness in the surface.

If any of the former exist, the damaged tiles would need replacing.

Safety is a big concern for everyone, and that is why our tiles are built to make sure your children stay safe while they are having fun; they are built to absorb impact and provide a safer environment for them to play in.

Playground Safety Surfacing Design in Surrey

We can offer customised designs for the majority of our surfaces in surrey.

Without a doubt, the most customisable Surrey play area flooring is Wet Pour; with the biggest range of colours, shapes, graphics and designs, its not hard to see why Wet Pour is now a staple when it comes to playground surfacing in surrey and all over the UK!

Rubber Mulch, Artifical Grass, Tarmac & Resin Bounded Gravel is also customisable in design, colouration and layout. However, they are more limited in terms of the range of design and colouration as all of these surfaces in Surrey, apart from Tarmac, are designed to achieve a more naturalistic look.

If you would like to learn more about the amazing amount of design options we provide, don’t hesitate to get in touch through this website, a member of our excellent team will then contact you shortly after!

Surrey Playground Resurfacing

Here at Playground Surfacing in surrey, we offer resurfacing and repair works for every single one of the surfaces we provide. Whether we installed the surfacing you have currently or not, we can advise, provide options and quote.

When it comes to the type of resurfacing ad repairs we do, for the resin-bound surfaces, we can offer perimeter repairs, patch repairs and full replacement surfaces!

Please contact us if you need any resurfacing or repair works on your surfaces in surrey!

Main Areas Covered

We install playground surfaces in the following Surrey Areas

• Mole Valley
• Tandridge
• Elmbridge
• Epsom and Ewell
• Guildford
• Reigate
• Banstead
• Runnymede
• Spelthorne
• Surrey Heath
• Waverley
• Woking

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For more information about Surrey play area flooring & surfacing and a FREE price quotation, get in touch today to speak to a member of our team, we will be more than happy to help…

 

 

 

Soft Surfaces provide a wide range of different playground surfacing options in Berkshire and around the rest of the UK.

As professional playground surface installers, we can provide expert knowledge on each surface type and provide the very best installations. Our playground experts make sure to use premium materials, so our clients receive top-quality results.

If you are interested in resurfacing your play area, please make sure to get in touch with our team today.

Types of Playground Surfacing

There are a number of different types of playground flooring to choose from. Each surface has its own benefits and limitations.

It is important to weigh up the different advantages and disadvantages and decide which is best for you.

We have listed some of the main types of playground surfacing below.

Wet Pour Safety Surfacing in Berkshire

Wet pour safety playground surfacing is a type of playground flooring that is often used for school playgrounds, nurseries, play parks and other environments that young children may play in.

Wetpour is a mixture of rubber granules and polyurethane resin which is screeded onto a sub base to create a smooth, seamless and porous rubber surface.

Since the playground surfacing is impact absorbent, wetpour may be installed under playground equipment to lessen the severity of injuries in the event children fall off the equipment.

A lot of clients refer to wetpour as ‘soft tarmac’, as it looks like tarmac but it has spongey qualities.

Wetpour is a great alternative to tarmac, as it can be bespoke with colour and also provides safety characteristics.

Playground Wet Pour Design

Our team can lay wetpour within your school or garden in a range of different colours. We can suit your individual requirements, logos, colour themes and personal preferences.

Some of the most popular colours include:

• Light and Dark Green
• Light and Dark Blue
• Terracotta
• Red
• Yellow
• Black
• Orange
• Purple
• Pink

We can also offer other colours, as well as premium blends.

EPDM rubber graphics can also be inserted into the wetpour to help children’s educational development and create a fun design.

EPDM Rubber Graphics

We have a huge catalogue filled with various wetpour graphics.

These graphics include different shapes, animals, number grids, hopscotch designs, and more.

Number and letter graphics are extremely popular in nurseries and EYFS areas, as these can improve children’s numeracy and literacy skills during play.

For more information on our wetpour rubber graphics, please visit our EPDM rubber graphics page.

Wet pour Surfacing Specification

Our wet pour surfacing is tested to BS EN 1177 standards for playground safety and Critical Fall Height (CFH) ratings.

The CFH is the maximum height a child could fall from the play equipment to the ground.

According to British Standards EN 1177, all equipment with a fall height of 0.6m and above requires a playground safety surfacing certified to the correct CFH. This is top priority to ensure children are safe.

What Sub Base Does Wetpour Need?

Wetpour can be installed over concrete, tarmac or MOT type 1 stone.

Each sub base will have an impact on the CFH requirements, so it is important to make us aware which sub base you will lay prior to installation.

For more information on wetpour sub base requirements or the installation process, please visit our wetpour surfacing page.

Rubber Mulch Surfacing in Berkshire

Rubber mulch surfacing is another type of surface we can install in Berkshire.

Resin bound rubber mulch is made from recycled rubber tyres and is bonded with polyurethane resin to create the appearance of bark chippings.

Rubberised mulch offers a more natural appearance, so it is very common to see in rural and woodland areas.

Bonded mulch could also work out cheaper in the long run, as you will not have to fill up loose fill materials.

Rubber Mulch Design Specification

Rubber mulch is available in various colour options. The most popular colours are brown, green or a mixture of both.

We can alter the design and specifications to meet your specific needs. For example, if you have a high piece of equipment, we can lay a thicker depth to meet the CFH requirements.

For more information on our bonded mulch playground surfacing, please visit our full bonded rubber mulch guide.

Rubber Mulch Resurfacing

Rubber mulch can be installed over a range of different surfaces. If you are looking to resurface your existing playground, rubber mulch may be the best option for you.

Due to its flexibility, we can often overlay existing playgrounds with rubber mulch surfacing. This means you can save on costs, as no groundwork will be needed.

To find out more benefits of rubber mulch surfacing, please click here.

Artificial Grass Surfacing in Berkshire

Another option for your playground is artificial grass surfacing. This surface is popular in schools and nurseries, as well as parents’ back gardens and play parks.

Our synthetic carpet can also be used for putting greens and pathways.

Since the surface is permeable and easy to maintain, it has become greatly popular in recent years.

Fake turf is a great option if you are looking for a natural appearance for your playground surfacing in Berkshire.

Artificial Grass Designs

Synthetic turf can be installed in a range of different designs depending on your individual needs and requirements.

We can cut fake grass to meet unique spaces. The carpet is also available in different colour options if required – however green is the most popular.

Artificial grass is typically installed to replace natural lawn, as it is low maintenance and looks great all year round.

Many clients are now choosing synthetic turf over grass mats for their new playground, as this material is more aesthetically pleasing.

Artificial Grass Specification

Like with our other safe surfaces, we can also adjust the artificial grass specification and include a shock absorbent layer to meet fall height requirements.

The pile height can also be altered to meet individual needs and requirements, however 25mm is the standard depth for our leisure grass.

We can also provide multisport synthetic carpet which is more suited to areas where sports will be played.

To find out more about the fake turf specifications we provide, please visit our artificial grass page.

Resin Bound Gravel in Berkshire

Resin bound gravel and resin bonded paving may also be found in playgrounds. However, it is important to note, this surface is not suitable under playground equipment.

Both resin bound and resin bonded stone do not offer any impact absorbing properties. Instead they are usually used for pathways within playgrounds.

Our resin products can be used to resurface existing tarmac and concrete areas to improve the overall look, as the surface is more visually appealing.

You can find out more information on our resin bound surfaces here.

Resin Bound Gravel Design

Resin bound gravel is available in a number of different colours and patterns to meet individual needs and requirements.

To learn more about the colour range, please visit our resin bound designer.

We can use multiple shades to create specific designs and even logos within the surfacing if required.

Resin Bound Specification

You will find a number of different specifications relating to resin bound surfacing. Our standard resin bound surface is smooth, porous and fast draining.

Some clients may opt for resin bonded surfaces which are not porous. This type of surface is laid using a scatter system – therefore this will not create a smooth surface like the resin bound alternative.

We also provide Sudscap and Addagrip specifications. These specs have an additional layer within the system meaning they can be installed over a stone sub base without the need to install tarmacadam.

Tarmac Playground Surfacing Berkshire

Tarmacadam is another popular surface for playgrounds.

We can offer specialist paints and thermoplastic playground markings which can be installed on the area for educational play. More information on playground markings can be found here.

Although the surface is durable, it does not protect children, as it has no shock absorbing properties.

Playground Rubber Tiles Berkshire

Rubber tiles are another popular surface choice. However our team often remove rubberised tiles and replace with wetpour surfacing, as this is a seamless surface

Rubber wetpour surfacing can also provide a more bespoke design, whereas rubberised tiles are limited.

Our team can also overlay rubberised tiles with mulch if you are on a budget.

Benefits of Play Area Flooring

There is a range of play area flooring benefit.

We have listed some of the main advantages of having playground surfacing installed below:

Safety

A lot of playground surfaces can be installed with impact absorbing properties which makes the surface safer for children.

These types of surfaces are great for areas with play equipment, as the risk of severe accidents will be minimised in the event a child falls from the surface.

Customisable

Options such as wetpour or painted macadam are fully customisable and can incorporate a range of designs.

The great thing about having designs installed within a playground is that educational games can be applied so that children can learn during their playtime.

We can also offer our surfaces in various colour options to meet your unique designs or school theme.

Long Lasting

All the surfaces that we install should last a minimum of 10 years with the correct maintenance being carried out.

It is important to choose surfaces that are long lasting so that you do not have to resurface the areas soon after the installation.

Our durable products are reliable and are great in all weather conditions. For more information, please make sure to contact us today.

Low Maintenance

All of our products require low maintenance which is important in schools and nurseries where children will be using the areas regularly.

We would always recommend routine cleaning and inspections in the event there has been any damage. It is more cost effective to get any damages repaired rather than having to carry out a resurface.

What is Impact Absorbing Surfacing?

Impact absorbing surfacing is a type of surface that provides shock absorbing properties to minimise the extent of an injury in the event any falls take place.

Head injuries are the most serious when it comes fall-related injuries on playgrounds. It is not uncommon for head related accidents to result in death, this is why having shock absorbing surfaces is important under playground equipment.

Our team will assess the equipment and determine the depth needed to ensure it is safe for children. If you require more information on shock absorbing playground safety surfacing, please click here.

Playground Surfacing Grants in Berkshire

If you are a school or nursery owner, it is possible to get funding by searching for playground surfacing grants online.

There are a range of funding grants within the educational sector and we can assist you with this process if required.

You will usually need 3 quotations when applying for funding, so please make sure to contact our team for a quote prior to placing your funding bids.

FAQs

We receive a number of questions from clients regarding the playground flooring we install. Some of our most frequently asked questions can be seen below.

What are Critical Fall Height (CFH) Standards?

Critical Fall Height is the maximum height an individual could fall from the play equipment to the ground.

CFH refers to the distance between the ground and the highest platform a child could stand or reach.

European Standards EN 1177 (known as BS EN 1177 in the UK) specify all safety surfaces must comply with CFH testing higher than 0.6m.

What is the Best Surface for a Playground?

It is argued that wetpour is the best surface for a playground.

The reason wetpour is considered the best playground surface is due to the advantages below:

• Safe for children’s playground equipment
• Can be installed in a wide range of designs
• Can have graphics installed into the surface to improve children’s fun and educational play
• It is permeable, meaning water can drain through quickly (no puddling)
• Can be installed in a range of areas, including over mounds

What is the Cheapest Playground Surface?

Engineered wood fiber (EWF) is the cheapest playground surface.

EWF is around £3-5 per sqft.

This surface is great value and easy to install, however it does not offer any safety characteristics like with wetpour or mulch.

What is the Safest Playground Surface?

The safest playground surface is a rubber floor.

This could be wetpour, mulch or artificial grass with a shockpad beneath.

The reason why these surfaces are the safest material is due to the impact absorbent properties.

Which Playground Surfaces are Made From Recycled Tyres?

Wetpour and Rubber mulch are made from recycled rubber tyres.

Wetpour is a two tier system. It is the SBR base that is made from recycled rubber. the EPDM wearing course of black wetpour is also made from recyclable material. Coloured EPDM is not made from recycled rubber.

Recycled rubber products are great for our eco system, which is another reason these play surfaces are so popular.

Can You Install Playground Surfacing on Grass?

Rubber mulch can be installed over existing grass.

Most other play surfaces will need a sub base installed prior to installation.

This usually consists of a compacted stone sub base. However, in some cases, play surfaces may be installed over tarmacadam.

How Long Does Playground Surfacing Last?

Tarmacadam is generally the most long lasting surface.

Tarmacadam surfacing usually lasts around 15+ years.

However, it is important to remember that tarmac surfacing can be unsafe for areas around play structures.

Other playground surfaces can also last a long time. It generally depends on the type of surface used and the maintenance involved.

How Long Does Poured in Place Rubber Last?

Wetpour can last 10+ years.

In order to ensure the surface lasts its maximum lifespan, we advise clients to carry out regular maintenance.

Routine upkeep includes regular cleaning and inspecting the surface for any damages. Any damage that is found should be repaired as soon as possible.

Is Rubber Surfacing Waterproof?

Rubber surfacing is a porous surface type.

Porous surfaces are great for play areas, as there will be less puddling. This makes it a lot safer for children.

Is Rubber Flooring Slippery When Wet?

Rubber flooring can become slippery when wet.

We can offer an anti slip treatment for play surfaces to reduce slipping in poor weather conditions.

We wouldn’t recommend the anti slip coating under climbing frames, as the surface will become more abrasive and could hurt children if they fall on this.

Accreditations

Having over 25 years experience within the safety surfacing industry, we have a number of accreditations to ensure you receive the best installations when using our team.

Some of the accreditations that we have include:

• API
• CHAS
• Construction Line

Playground Safety Surface Standards

Our team uses the guidelines of playground safety standards EN 1176 and BS EN 1177 to ensure the safety of those using our surfaces.

If you require a testing for safety standards, it is important to have a look at this page.

Top Areas We Cover in Berkshire

We cover the whole of Berkshire. Some of the most popular places we carry out installations include:

• Pangbourne
• Windsor
• Reading
• Sonning
• Newbury
• Cookham
• Streatley
• Kintbury
• Bucklebury
• Wokingham
• Slough
• Maidenhead
• Bracknell
• Ascot
• Sandhurst
• Goring
• Winkfield

Summary

Overall, you will find there are a number of playground surfacing options available. Our playground surfacing specialists in Berkshire can provide the very best installations at great value.

We have helped many schools and nurseries across the country to update and improve their play areas.

Contact us today for a free consultation. Simply fill in out contact form and we will get back to you with help and advice.

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The Daily Mile™ is an amazing initiative in the UK that aims to improve physical, emotional and wellbeing.

With schools looking to embrace The Daily Mile™, many need a durable surface track so it can be used all year round.

Muddy surfaces or waterlogged grass fields can be replaced with an all-weather surfacing facility.

To increase participation, we can create a Daily Mile Track to suit your needs and budget.

Daily Mile Tracks Surfacing

There are many surface types that can be installed for Daily Mile Tracks including:

Artificial Grass Daily Mile Track

An artificial grass daily mile track is a very popular specification.

Artificial grass surfacing blends in well to the natural field.

For more information on the costs, specifications and designs check out our dedicated page for artificial grass daily mile tracks.

Rubber Mulch Daily Mile Track

For more information on the costs, specifications and designs check out our dedicated page for rubber mulch daily mile tracks.

Wetpour Daily Mile Track

For more information on the costs, specifications and designs check out our dedicated page for wetpour daily mile tracks.

Needlepunch Daily Mile Track

For more information on the costs, specifications and designs check out our dedicated page for needlepunch daily mile tracks.

Thermoplastic Markings Daily Mile Track

For more information on the costs, specifications and designs check out our dedicated page for thermoplastic markings daily mile tracks.

Colour Coating Daily Mile Track

For more information on the costs, specifications and designs check out our dedicated page for colour coating daily mile tracks.

The Daily Mile™ Initiative

Elaine Wyllie developed The Daily Mile initiative, back in 2012, whilst teaching at St Ninian’s Primary School.

Elaine had the aim to get pupils fitter by exercising for 15 minutes per day.

After one month Elaine Wyllie had seen a huge improvement in behaviour, concentration and fitness.

Exercise is a great way to tackle obesity and research is being carried out to determine cognitive and emotional benefits.

How much does a daily mile track cost?

The costs of a daily mile track are £80 per metre.

The costs of £80 per m2 can vary depending on the surface, existing ground conditions and area size.

The prices of daily mile tracks in schools can be adapted to fit your budget.

Daily Mile Track Funding

Daily Mile Track funding can be provided to schools if the facility can be used by the wider community.

The Daily Mile Foundation is a registered charity and does not have available funding to donate to schools.

It is important to note that a running track or all-weather surface is not necessary for The Daily Mile programme, but some schools will wish to install one using their own funding opportunities.

Summary

Our daily mile tracks have been designed to suit all schools budgets and can be installed into any shape to suit a school struggling for space.

What was the specification? : Wetpour Rubber Surfacing
What colours were used? : Red, Green, Yellow, Blue
What was the size of the job? : 32m²
How long did the job take? : 2 days on site

Play Area Safety Flooring for Day Care

Our team installed this wetpour play area for a daycare centre in Stoke, Staffordshire. Take a look at the video below to see the full project from start to finish and how the playground turned out.

Video Transcript

Hi guys it’s Dan here, and today we’re going to be showing you a Day Care Playground Safety Flooring in Stoke, Staffordshire.

So for this installation, the day care owners got in contact with us looking to transform their small outdoor area into an educational play area for the children. We ran through the surface types we could fit for them, and soon after we agreed that EPDM wetpour would be perfect.

So wetpour is a spongy rubber flooring that is very popular in play areas throughout the UK. This is a surface type we’re proud to be market leaders for, and it offers the following benefits:

Firstly, with wetpour being made of rubber, this surfacing is a wonderful safety choice for play areas due to it’s ability to absorb falls and trips so well.

Secondly, rubber wetpour also absorbs the rain fantastically during winter, as it’s a porous system. This makes it ideal here in Britain.

And finally, wetpour is hugely customisable. From a massive range of colours to choose from to a seemingly endless list of graphics to fit, you have the ability to make your wetpour playground your own.

Here at Soft Surfaces we’re happy to say that we’re market leaders in this field, and have been installing and maintaining wetpour playground surfaces nationwide for over two decades now.

There’s no job across the country that’s too big or too small for us to work on, so if having this flooring type fitted is something you’re interested in, please feel free to get in touch with us.

You’ll be able to see now from the completed photos that the works have been fully carried out, and has really helped make their area come to life. The client was truly amazed at the work we did.

Despite being a nationwide installer, as we have done lots of work in the Stoke area, we now rank in Google for these keywords:

• Wetpour Surfacing Specialists in Stoke
• Staffordshire Playground Experts
• Rubber Play Area Flooring in Stoke
• Staffordshire Wetpour Surface Installers
• Best Playground Company in Stoke
• And much more.

Thanks for checking out this installation guys, and if you’d like to enquire today, please just visit our website at www.softsurfaces.co.uk or simply just us a call at 01625 445 760

Thanks a lot for watching, and we’ll see you guys later.

Contact Our Team

If you’d like some more information about wetpour rubber surfacing we can install for nurseries and schools, feel free to contact us.

We can discuss the costs and different designs we offer for these areas. Just let us know what you’re looking for and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

When installing a sports facility, you will have a large amount of freedom to design and tailor the MUGA court specification. We offer a huge range of different surfaces that you can customise and design to create your perfect multi-use games area. Depending on the sports you want to play, we offer a selection of surface types and options.

Multi Use Activity Courts

We also offer 3G artificial grass surfacing that is more suited to sports such as football and rugby. This surface type is perfect for more contact sports as the grass fibres offer some safety characteristics due to the softness of the carpet and the rubber granules in the infill. If you’re more interested in an athletics facility but also want to play tennis and netball we can install the polymeric surface. This is a rubber court type which is durable and extremely porous allowing for usage all year round. The MUGA court spec for each project can vary massively depending on your requirements and budget.

If you have any further questions on multi use activity courts, please do not hesitate to get in touch. Our team will be pleased to give you more information on the MUGA courts. Make certain to fill in our contact form today and we will get back to you at the earliest opportunity.

We provide macadam sports court options that are extremely durable allowing for a lot of usage from a number of activities such as basketball and tennis. The macadam surfacing, along with most of the surfaces we install, is laid out onto a porous stone sub base. This creates stability and ensures a smooth and even foundation for the rest of your court or pitch.

Our team can offer a number of designs and specifications and will be more than happy to provide more information on the various options we have available, so please do not hesitate to get in touch for details.

Multi Sport Facility Designs

We offer a wide variety of different accessories and features you can approve for your multi sport facility designs. If you want to use your facility throughout the winter months we can install a range of professional sports floodlighting. These outdoor lights will also ensure that the facility can be used outside of daylight hours.

Being able to use the area at more times of the day means that you can rent out the surface as an extra form of revenue. As specialist contractors we also supply an extensive range of rebound fencing. We offer these to protect the area from trespassing or vandalism. It also helps to make sure you don’t lose any balls or equipment.

As well as these additional installations, we can also apply anti slip coloured paint coatings to the macadam and polymeric court surfaces in a selection of designs. The acrylic paint offers better slip resistance to improve performance and safety. We’re able to apply different colour line markings for use with a number of sports and activities. The multi sport facility designs will vary depending on the budget you set out. We want to make sure that all of our clients can have full control over the designs and MUGA court specifications to suit their perfect facility.

MUGA Specification Case Study

This MUGA specification case study video below shows our team creating a Multisport synthetic MUGA pitch from an existing macadam surface. This is a popular flooring type for multi use facilities as it’s durable and versatile enough for many different sporting activities.

This is a specification which we commonly install at primary and secondary schools. It offers a diverse playing surface as well as being comfortable for the kids to run around on. It’s also soft enough to provide cushioning against injuries in the event of trips or falls. You can use these facilities to play a number of popular sports such as:

• Football
• Tennis
• Netball
• Basketball
• PE Games

We’d generally recommend this flooring type if you want a diverse facility to use for many sports. We can also tailor the design with different colours and shapes applied to mark out the area.

Get In Touch

We are experienced contractors in the sport and play industry and have installed many multi activity facilities around the UK. We often complete these projects for schools and local sports clubs in various locations. Our experts can create a bespoke specification for every client. If you have a specific budget, we will keep this in mind and offer you the most affordable quote possible. We even carry out MUGA pitch maintenance for existing surfaces that may be in need of cleaning or repairs.

Please feel free to contact us if you need any professional advice with regards to designing a bespoke MUGA court specification for you. Just fill in the quick enquiry box on this page to let us know exactly what you need. We would be happy to send over more details of all the surfaces we install a long with case study examples of our work.

Stone surfaces for driveways and paths have become increasingly popular over the past couple years and it’s important to carry out resin bound paving maintenance for these outdoor areas. This is because it maintains the functionality and appearance of the flooring for as long as possible. The resin-bound gravel specification is perfect for outdoor facilities. This is because of the stylish stone design and the ease of installing the product.

Maintaining Resin Bound Stone

Once the resin-bound gravel stone has been installed, it’s incredibly important to take good care of your facility. Maintaining resin bound stone is easy and offers amazing results. We offer specialist cleaning and maintenance services to ensure that your facility will be in the best possible condition all year round

This is particularly important for pathways in public areas such as recreational playgrounds and visitor attractions. The product is completely porous which is one of the main benefits of installing resin-bound gravel. The porosity of this specification allows for water to pass straight through it, not only making it perfect for driveways as it can reduce flooding, but tree surrounds and pool surrounds.

However without careful resin bound paving maintenance, your facility could begin to lose the porosity it originally had. A thorough jet wash of your surface can remove any small contaminations that could be causing issues with drainage. This will also ensure that the resin bound driveway, path, car park or pool surround will remain clean and good looking.

Each client can tailor the appearance and design, ensuring that they have the perfect outdoor surface. This includes the stone size and if they would like any vibrant designs to be installed into the work. The resin-bound stone installation process is dynamic, allowing for different shapes and sizes to be easily installed into the flooring for a bespoke look.

We have years of experience in the surfacing industry and we carry out installations and maintenance services at great prices. All of our team members are fully trained to know what needs to be done to keep the resin-bound paving in good condition. If you would like details on the maintenance services, please get in touch now using the contact form provided.

Resin Bound Gravel Cleaning

When going out to different companies for resin bound gravel cleaning, it’s essential that you make sure they have the necessary accreditations and certifications to carry out the works to a high standard. We pride ourselves on the quality of work that we carry out and we ensure that our range of services will give clients the best value for their budget. Previous projects we have completed include pathways at golf clubs, domestic driveways and commercial car parks and each job is tailored to the individual client.

Resin-bound gravel cleaning and maintenance is a great way of stopping any long term damages to your facility arising, however, overtime damages are inevitable. This is why we also offer a repair service to rectify any problems such as cracks on the surface. If any damages happen to the paving, leading to bumps and uneven surfaces we can come out to site and screed more resin bonded mixture over the affected area.

Proactive resin bound paving maintenance is the best possible way of ensuring that the quality of your decorative gravel surface. It also helps keep it in the best condition for the duration of its product life. However to ensure that the facility goes back to its former condition after having damages, make sure that you have thorough reactive maintenance work done by a professional. We offer advice with regards to quotes and cost estimates for resin bound paving maintenance. Please feel free to contact us via our enquiry form.

Resin Driveways Maintenance

Resin driveways maintenance means that you are able to extend the life span of your bound gravel and make sure it’s safe to use. If you wait for the surfacing to become slippery prior to starting the maintenance plan, the flooring may become unsafe. Therefore we advise starting with frequent servicing on your surface immediately.

To keep the resin-bound stone surfacing nice and clean, we advise regular maintenance to take away leaves or dirt. This helps the surfacing to maintain its porosity and make certain liquids drains out as effectively as possible. To dispose of any weeds on your driveway, you can apply a weed killer. It’s essential not to use anything oil based as this could damage the surface.

A gentle pressure spray is enough to stop the growth of contaminants. You can use lukewarm water with a washing liquid to clean the surface. However you shouldn’t use boiling hot water as this could cause damage to the paving. You can remove snow and ice from the resin-bound floor utilising a light bristled sweep. Alternatively you could use a rubberised scraper in order to prevent damage.

The spec of resin-bound stone can be put in to any sort of shape or size simply because the stones and binder are mixed on site. We normally install the stone on a macadam or solid sub-base foundation for optimum steadiness and resilience.

Check out this video below which shows an installation project for this kind of surfacing in Stratford-Upon-Avon:

Get In Touch

If you would like more information on how to maintain your resin-bound driveway, please contact our team now. Simply use the enquiry form provided on this page. We shall respond as soon as possible with details on what you can do to maintain the surface. We’ll also supply the costs of all the maintenance services that we can provide.

What was the specification? : Wetpour Rubber Surfacing
What colours were used? : Green
What was the size of the job? : 270m²
How long did the job take? : 4 days on site

Green Wetpour Playground Surfacing Installation

Our expert team have installed a green wetpour play area surface for a school in Southampton. The playground design included a mix of light green and dark green, creating a safety surface to go under the play equipment.

Watch the video below to see the full work and how the finished project looked.

Video Transcript

Hi guys it’s Dan here, and today we’re going to be showing you this job Installing a Green Wetpour Play Area Surfacing in Southampton.

So we received a call from the owner of this playground in Southampton looking to have a surface fitted. They let us know that the safety and colour of the surface was a priority for them.

At Soft Surfaces we’re playground experts, and we’ve been installing various surfaces nationwide for well over 20 years now. The most popular play area surface we fit is wetpour, and that’s what we fitted for this job.

With wetpour, clients are attracted to this surface for it’s many benefits, the first of which being how well suited it is to our British weather conditions. Wetpour is made up of a rubber EPDM material, so it simply absorbs the rain during our rainy seasons.

Furthermore, when having wetpour surfacing fitted, playground owners can rest assured that this surface is one of the safest available. It’s rubberised compound means that falls on the play are are well absorbed, and it meets the critical fall height requirements needed for UK play areas.

Finally, wetpour surfacing can be installed in a multitude of colour variations, and you’re even able to have custom graphics fitted to the flooring with games, shapes, animals and more for the children to use interactively during play.

So with all of these fantastic benefits, it’s no surprise that wetpour is such a popular surface for us to fit across the country.

We can work on jobs of all shapes and sizes, so whatever your budget or area size, please do feel free to get in touch.

You can see here that the final job has been completed, and looks fantastic in their light and dark green specification. The owners of the play area were so happy with the works.

Over the years we’ve done lots of work in the Southampton area, and we now rank in Google for these keyphrases:

• Southampton Playground Specialists
• Best Wetpour Company Southampton
• Southampton Play Area Design
• EPDM Rubber Surfacing Southampton
• Southampton Rubber Playground Experts
• And more.

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

Get in Contact

Be sure to speak to our team if you’d like to learn more about wetpour playground surfaces we can install. We work all across the UK at schools, colleges, public parks and more.

Just let us know what you’re looking for and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can with information on designs and prices.

What was the specification? : Wetpour Rubber Surfacing
What colours were used? : Green, Yellow, Orange
What was the size of the job? : 230m²
How long did the job take? : 4 days on site

Wetpour Rubber Flooring Install

We installed this wetpour rubber surface for an outdoor space in Leicester. The client chose this flooring to go underneath play equipment and a canopy. It has a vibrant coloured design to make it a fun space for children to play.

Take a look at the video below to see the project in full.

Video Transcript

Hi guys it’s Dan here, and today we’re going to be showing you an Outdoor Wetpour Surfacing Install in Leicester.

So for this job we were emailed by the school that own this area, and wanted to create an outdoor playground that was safe for children to be using.

We discussed wetpour surfacing with them, and it’s many benefits as a play area flooring option. Before we knew it, we were on site installing the bespoke works.

So wetpour surfaces are widely believed to be the best option for outdoor playgrounds here in the UK, as they are made up of a spongy rubber compound.

This compound means that the flooring is great at absorbing trips and falls commonly seen during playtime, and in turn meets the critical fall height safety requirements needed for UK play areas.

As well as this, wetpour surfaces are a wonderful choice for places like schools, nurseries, universities and parks as they are perfectly suited to the outdoors. This is because it’s rubber qualities actually make the surfacing porous, able to simply absorb the rain that may effect other surface types.

Finally, for those wanting a playground they can customise, wetpour is the go to. You can have this fitted in basically any colour choices you like, and custom graphics can be fitted to the surface to help children learn during play too. This is another reason why so many opt for wetpour.

We’ve been installing and maintaining wetpour surfaces across the entire country for over 20 years now, and we’re happy to work on jobs of all shapes and sizes, so please do get in touch if you’re interested.

You can see from these images that the final job has been finished, and looks stunning in the multicoloured design. The school themselves were super happy with the work.

Even though we are a nationwide company, from doing plenty of work in Leicester we now rank in Google for these keywords:

• Leicester Playground Installers UK
• Rubber Wetpour Surfacing in Leicester
• Leicestershire Play Area Builders
• EPDM Rubber Flooring in Leicester
• Leicester Playground Surface Experts
• And more.

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

Contact Us

Feel free to speak to our team if you’d like some more information about wetpour and other safety surfaces for playgrounds.

Just let us know what you’re looking for and we’ll come back to you with some specifications and prices for this work.