In this article, we go through the main line marking applications used for playgrounds, then briefly look into 5 key benefits high-quality playground line markings provide for the playground, and the children playing in it.
What type of paint is used for playground markings?
Over the years, various types of paint have been used to paint playground line markings, including latex paint, or acrylic paint, but, modern playground markings are mostly created using thermoplastic.
Unlike the traditional line marking paints listed above, thermoplastic is, as the name suggests, a plastic, and not a paint, and because of this, it has far more benefits to playground owners, including:
It’s hardwearing – When installed correctly, thermoplastic will last a lot longer than most line marking paint, even in well-used playgrounds.
It’s easy to apply – One of the great benefits of thermoplastic is that it can be preformed and then quickly (by a line marking professional) installed allowing the least disruption to play as possible.
It’s brightly coloured – Thermoplastic is available in all sorts of vivid and bright colours, and because of the addition of tiny (harmless and non-toxic) glass beads, it’s also reflective which enhances the colour.
5 benefits of playground line markings
At first glance, you may not think playground markings have any other benefits apart from providing games for children, but, playground line markings have more benefits than most people think. Here are 5 of the key benefits of playground line markings:
Playground markings improve safety
Playground line markings are a great way to indicate areas where it’s safe for children to play without the risk of injury and accidents, as well as the places they definitely shouldn’t be playing.
Playground line markings help with organisation
With a carefully designed playground marking layout, you have the opportunity to better organise the playground by creating boundaries to prevent overcrowding and to separate various activities.
Markings on playgrounds increase visibility
Playground line markings, particularly those created using thermoplastic, improve visibility in playgrounds, a benefit particularly helpful for partially-sighted children, or for when the dark evenings draw in earlier.
Playground markings improve the look of the playground
High-quality, brightly-coloured, thermoplastic playground line markings are a great way to brighten up a previously grey and drab playground, which in turn improves the children’s playing experience.
Playground markings are great for children’s imagination
By creating an imaginative set of playground line markings, including number and word games, mazes, or other puzzles, you help to inspire children’s imaginations, making playtimes much more interesting, and fun.
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If you’re looking to install professional playground markings in your school playground or sports court, anywhere in the UK, contact City Road Markings, one of the UK's leading playground line marking and playground surfacing specialists.