Playground Field Guide
WHAT SURFACING IS BEST
A road map for the Playground planning process THE BUDGET Factors to consider: Overall size of the play space Number of children who will use space Type of surfacing you will select Equipment and surfacing installation costs
INSTALLATION Factors to consider: $$$ Professional Installation - FactoryCertified installers manage entire process $$ Supervised installation - Volunteers participate under supervision of FactoryCertified installers $ Customer installation - Volunteers organize and fully participate in installation
THE SITE Factors to consider:
THE CHILDREN Factors to consider:
Topography - Level grade will save time and money
Identify primary users of the play space
Soil and drainage conditions
Plan for age appropriate equipment
Utilities - Identify the location of those seen and unseen
Incorporate a variety of play elements
Circulation - Maximize visibility with the appropriate use zone
Implement inclusive principles in your design
Example of Playground Funding Allocation
28%
Equipment
19% 53%
Surfacing (EWF) Installation The budget percentages listed are for illustrative purposes only and to visually address the main considerations when planning a playground project. Surfacing percentage is based using EWF.
* Playset shown is Martin Point in Playful