The Benefits of Adding Artificial Turf on Playgrounds

 

Are you tired of constantly repairing and maintaining your playground surface? Look no further than artificial turf! Not only does it require less upkeep, but playground turf also provides numerous benefits for children’s safety, playtime, and development. In this blog post, we’ll explore the advantages of adding artificial turf to your playground and why it’s a popular choice among playground owners in Florida. 

1. Safety First

Artificial turf is an ideal surface for playgrounds as it reduces injuries from falls. Unlike traditional surfaces such as concrete or soil, turf has a padded surface that cushions any impact from jumping, running, or falling. In fact, studies show that medical professionals prefer turf as a safe play surface, resulting in fewer injuries and trips to the hospital. By providing a safer environment for children to play, you’ll have peace of mind knowing your playground is safer.

2. Low Maintenance

Maintaining a playground can be a stressful task, but artificial turf requires little upkeep. Traditional playground surfaces such as grass need constant watering, trimming, fertilizing and mowing which can be costly. With turf, it offers a low maintenance solution that is suitable for Florida’s hot climate and reduces water usage. Playground turf is wear-resistance and can withstand high foot traffic ensuring a longer lifespan than traditional grass surfaces.

3. Fun, Year-Round Play

Artificial turf provides durability and longevity ensuring that your playground is a fun place for children to play all year round with no issues. Natural grass surfaces can become muddy and unusable after rainfall, or may even die off during hot summers. The good news is that with everybody stressed for time, you won't have to shut down the playground for maintenance or worry about children tracking in mud after playing on natural grass surfaces.

4. Versatility

Artificial turf can be installed on nearly any surface, making it versatile for any-sized playground or area. This feature is perfect for playground designs that are intricate, unique or want to create themed playgrounds with various mounds and curves. Playground turf can be customized to fit all types of designs or to have fun, educational patterns and shapes. Artificial turf goes beyond just aesthetics, it can enhance the play value by providing a landscape that children can climb, explore and interact with, therefore enhancing their development.

5. Cost Effective

Lastly, the cost of installing artificial turf may seem daunting, but it's surprisingly very cost-effective when you consider the long-term benefits and reduced maintenance cost. Natural grass requires an irrigation system, mowing equipment, and fertilizers which can be quite an expense and needs consistent up keep. Additionally, the durability of turf makes it last longer than traditional surfaces, meaning there is less need for costly repairs.

 

Conclusion

Overall, the benefits of artificial turf make it an ideal surface for playgrounds in Florida. Reduced injuries from falls, lower maintenance cost, and enhanced playtime all make playground turf a great choice for kids. At From The Ground Up Landscaping, we believe playground surfaces should be safe, durable and enjoyable for children. Contact us today for free estimates on adding playground turf to your Florida playground.