playground surfacing
the foundation of great play.
The right playground surface makes all the difference. From critical fall height protection to aesthetics and long-term maintenance, choosing the correct surfacing solution is an important part of every play space.
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At Smart Play UK, we supply and install a range of high-quality playground surfacing options to suit different environments, budgets and play requirements.
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Whether you're creating a new playground or upgrading an existing area, we'll help you find the right solution.
Our surfacing options
Every play area is different. That's why we offer a wide range of surfacing options to suit your space, safety requirements and style.
Wetpour
Seamless, durable and available in a wide range of colours and designs. Wetpour provides excellent impact absorption and is ideal for high use play areas.
✓ Seamless finish
✓ Excellent impact absorption
✓ Available in a wide range of colours
✓ Low maintenance
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Rubber Mulch
Rubber mulch offers excellent impact protection while providing a natural appearance that blends well into outdoor environments.
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✓ Budget-friendly solution
✓ Good shock absorption
✓ Natural appearance
✓ Low maintenance
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Gives the appearance of natural grass with enhanced safety performance.
Artificial grass installed over a shockpad system provides a clean, attractive surface.
Artificial Grass
✓ Attractive natural appearance
✓ Soft underfoot
✓ Year-round usability
✓ Shockpad safety system
Rubber Matting
Provides additional grip and impact protection while helping to maintain natural grass in high-use play areas.
✓ Reduces wear and erosion
✓ Allows grass growth
✓ Ideal for high-traffic areas
✓ Minimal visual impact
Play Sand
A traditional play surface that encourages imaginative play and provides a natural play experience for children of all ages.
✓ Encourages creativity
✓ Natural appearance
✓ Excellent play value
✓ Easy to replenish
Play Bark
Bark provides effective impact absorption while creating a natural aesthetic that complements timber play equipment and landscape designs.
✓ Good shock absorption
✓ Sustainable option
✓ Blends into outdoor environments
✓ Ideal for natural play settings
Asphalt
Tarmac provides a hard-wearing solution that performs well in high-traffic environments. It can also be combined with line markings to create engaging play opportunities.
✓ Highly durable
✓ Low maintenance
✓ Suitable for multi-use areas
✓ Excellent accessibility