Artificial turf is the most in-demand solution for Jacksonville playgrounds today due to its effortless maintenance and safety ratings. Read on for ideas to create a beautiful and safe play space the Southwest Greens way.

WHY ARTIFICIAL TURF?

Synthetic grass will look good on your play space, but that’s not the only reason people and local municipalities are using it on playgrounds. These are a few of the top benefits.

ENHANCED SAFETY

When you pick Southwest Greens you select a reputable company and system that is independently tested. IPEMA Certified synthetic grass and cushion for playgrounds are ideal for gardens, schools, and communities. Our Play Collection not only looks great but also characteristics like thick padding below the turf surface to soften falls. You don’t have to worry about dangerous fertilizers, herbicides, or pesticides with artificial turf either. Hard chemicals like these are absorbed into clothes and skin long after initial contact and are a great concern for adults and children alike.

INCREASED COMFORT

Thanks to our wonderful Research and Development team, our turf provides the ideal blend of aesthetics and endurance. Our grass blades employs premium raw materials and resins to replicate natural grass.

Consider adding an intuitive cooling system like HydroChill® keeps the turf temperature even on the heated summer days. This layer of coating is applied to the sand infill and triggered by adding moisture (precipitation or a quick sprinkle from the hose), to provide substantial cooling for hot days.

HIGHLY DURABLE

Artificial turf is the ideal option for surfaces subject to high foot traffic like playgrounds, because of its durable design. Southwest Greens playground collection guarantees better shock absorption even in those spots which receives frequent beating (like the area at the end of a slide or the bottom of a fireman pole). You can count on it to endure for years to come.

CLEANER SURFACE

The absorbent pad underlayer of Southwest Greens turf offers fast drainage both vertically and horizontally. Consequently, excessive rain will not have muddy spots, and you don’t have to worry about storm-run-off exposing the playground to chemicals. This is why many parks and municipalities, schools, and daycares have chosen to install synthetic grass on their playgrounds.

MAKE IT ATTRACTIVE

If you’re looking to build a good looking and safe playground, we have several ideas to aid you get your plannning started.

CHOOSE A THEME

Begin by picking a amusing theme for your play area. You can do themes like spaceships, pirate ships, jungles, castles… the list keeps going! Do not be scared to blend ideas to find the ideal play area layout for your project.

INSTALL SHADE

Equipment on playgrounds can get hot on the dog days of summer. Today there are several alternatives for installing artificial shade to combat this problem. Be sure to get a trusted contractor install these shade tents, so they meet all safety requirements.

GIVE ROOM TO GROW

Children grow so fast. If you’re going to install a playground, you should contemplate adding other areas that will appeal to the older little ones, too. Adding items like swing sets and standard monkey bars alongside your playground equipment will fit all age groups.

ADD LIGHTING

Even if most playgrounds are closed at dusk, adding illumination can provide your space a beautiful focal point at night while also providing security. Just be sure if you choose add ground lighting that you pick LED bulbs. LED lights don’t produce as much heat as regular bulbs, which which means they're ideal for synthetic turf.

CREATE INTERESTING SURFACES

With artificial turf, you can give more than just the fun of a playground to a recreation area. Children love to roll down and run around hills. You can design ridges surrounding the play equipment to provide a fun and interesting spin on things.

SAFETY RATINGS

The utmost priority of playing areas should be safety. Synthetic grass gives a safer space for children to play hard. At Southwest Greens of Jacksonville, we take this seriously so you can have the best. Our independently tested systems include the following  ASTM quality and safety standards:

• ASTM quality and safety standards:
• ASTM 1292-09 (Fall Height)
• ASTM F 1551 (Coefficient of Friction)
• BS 7044 (Water Infiltration)
• BS 7044 (Water Infiltration)
• ASTM F 1951-99 (ADA)
• ASTM D2854 & FF 170 (Surface Flammability)
• ASTM F 2765 (Heavy Metal Content)
• ASTM D 2256-02 (Tensile Strength)

LET’S MAKE YOUR PLAYGROUND

Are yo ready to craft your new playground? Southwest Greens of Jacksonville is here to help. Our team of professionals can assist you spec and install the perfect play area for your space. Connect with us today for a free consultation.