Utilising sand as your playgrounds softfall surface may be an old-fashioned solution but a study suggests that an old-fashioned solution may be best. The site for building a sand surface requires it to be free draining so loamy soils or a gentle slope are ideal as the product will need to drain properly otherwise it can become saturated and stagnates. If the area is of a clay soil type or there is no slop a sandpit might be a better option.
Advantages of Sand
- Low-cost solution
Doesn’t deteriorate- Easy to install & readily available
- Tends to stay cooler in hotter months
- Has a high social factor for children as they can dig and play in the sand
If you’re interested in having sand installed as your softfall surface for a playground or would like to install a sandpit into your playground area Contact us today.