Whether you’re a teacher, nanny, or parent, your first priority is to keep your kids safe from harm, especially during playtime. A playground opens children up to near-infinite discovery and exploration, but it also leaves plenty of room for them to sustain the occasional injury or two. 

Playground turf was created specifically with your child’s safety in mind, allowing them to chase, jump, and pretend however they’d like. Here are three key ways playground turf systems can safely enhance your child’s play experience.

Artificial Turf Prevents Accidental Slipping

It seems like your kids are always slipping and falling somehow. When playing on traditional grass landscapes or harder playground foundations like concrete, environmental factors like rain can increase the likelihood of an unexpected fall. When coupled with obstacles like bumps, holes, and impacted debris, slipping becomes a nearly inevitable part of playtime.

Playground turf offers enhanced traction and reliable drainage capabilities, both of which reduce the likelihood of slipping and falling. There’s no need to push recess indoors for multiple days after a big rainstorm — your turf playground surface will be dry and ready for use again in no time! 

Playground Turf Minimizes Impact Injuries

Playground slides, monkey bars, and other elevated equipment allow for a ton of fun, but they also leave room for impact injuries that can significantly affect a child’s life. The last thing you want is to end a beautiful day at the playground with a trip to the doctor’s office. Luckily, choosing an artificial playground turf system greatly reduces harm from impact falls during playtime.

All PlayScapes playground turf systems are reinforced by shock-absorbing padding under the turf’s surface. This means your child can feel free to use their favorite slide, swing as high as they can, and climb great heights (up to 10 feet!) with peace of mind that they’re better protected from falls.

Synthetic Grass Shields Kids From Cuts

Playtime wounds aren’t fun, but they are fairly common. Buried, broken toys that poke out from natural grass can cause cuts, and hot asphalt surfaces can turn a simple fall into a gnarly scrape. Artificial grass playground systems are equipped with ultra-efficient drainage systems, which means any sharp bits and potential hazards can be easily washed away with a garden hose. These surfaces are also soft and pliant, reducing the chance of scrapes and injuries during harsh contact.

Better yet, all synthetic turf playground systems can be installed with antimicrobial infill that protects both the turf fibers and your child, ensuring they remain safer and better protected from illness and infection even in the most germ-infested play space.

At SGW Colorado, our mission is to offer local communities the tools they need to build safe and reliable sports, entertainment, and play spaces to enjoy. Our team has been happily providing the Colorado area with top-tier playground turf products for over 20 years, and we’re excited to join you on your artificial grass journey. Get started by contacting us at SGW Colorado today for more information!