Artificial grass is a popular solution for Phoenix playgrounds these days owing to its easy maintenance and safety ratings. Read on for ideas to design a attractive and safe play area the Southwest Greens way.

WHY ARTIFICIAL TURF?

Artificial turf will look good on your playground, but that’s one of the handful reasons why people and town officials are installing it on playgrounds. The following are some of the major benefits.

BETTER SAFETY

When you pick Southwest Greens you pick a reputable company and system that is independently tested. IPEMA Certified artificial turf and cushion for playgrounds are perfect for backyards, schools, and communities. Our Play Collection not only looks great but also features thick padding under the grass surface to soften falls. You don’t have to be concerned regarding hazardous fertilizers, herbicides, or pesticides with artificial grass either. Harsh chemicals like these are absorbed into clothes and skin much later after initial contact and are a major concern for adults and kids alike.

INCREASED COMFORT

Thanks to our wonderful Research and Development team, our turf provides the perfect fusion of aesthetics and endurance. Our grass blades employs premium raw materials and resins to look like natural grass.

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

HIGHLY DURABLE

Artificial grass is a wonderful choice for areas subject to high foot traffic like play areas, due to its durable design. Southwest Greens playground collection guarantees enhanced shock absorption even in those spots that might receive a regular beating (like the spot at the end of a slide or the bottom of a fireman pole). You can rely on it to be there for years to come.

CLEANER SURFACE

The porous pad underlayer of Southwest Greens grass provides fast drainage both vertically and laterally. As a result, rainy days won't create muddy spots, and you do not have to bother about storm-run-off exposing the play area to chemicals. Thus many parks and communities, schools, and daycares have decided to install artificial grass on their playgrounds.

MAKE IT ATTRACTIVE

If you want to create a beautiful and safe playground, we have a few ideas to guide you get your plannning started.

CHOOSE A THEME

Get started by choosing a amusing theme for your playground. You can do themes like spaceships, pirate ships, jungles, castles… the list goes on and on! Don’t be scared to blend ideas to find the ideal play area layout for your situation.

INSTALL SHADE

Equipment on playgrounds can get hot on the dog days of summer. At present there are numerous options for installing artificial shade to combat this issue. Be sure to have a trusted contractor install these shade tents, so they fulfill all safety requirements.

GIVE ROOM TO GROW

Kids grow up faster then we realize. If you are thinking about installing a playground, you should consider adding other areas that will appeal to the older little ones, too. Including objects like swing sets and standard monkey rails alongside your playground equipment will fit various age groups.

ADD ILLUMINATION

Even if majority of the playgrounds are closed after dark, adding illumination can give your space a beautiful focal point at night while adding security. Be sure if you choose install ground lighting that you choose LED bulbs. LED lights do not generate as much heat as incandescent bulbs, which makes them ideal for artificial turf.

CREATE INTERESTING SURFACES

With artificial turf, you can create more than just the fun of a playground to a recreation area. Kids love to roll down and run around hills. You can create ridges surrounding the play equipment to offer a fun and exciting spin on things.

SAFETY RATINGS

The utmost priority of playing areas should be safety. Synthetic turf gives a safer area for kids to play hard. At Southwest Greens of the Valley, we take this seriously so you can have the best. We independently test systems; ASTM quality and safety standards include:

• 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

Ready to create your new playground? Southwest Greens of the Valley is here for you. Our team of professionals can assist you design and install the perfect play area for your space. Contact us today for a free consultation.