Splash Pads

These fantastic outdoor wet play areas, which can also be know as splash zones, spray parks or water parks are a great alternative or addition to paddling/swimming pools or a dry play area. They incorporate exciting interactive water features with our brightly coloured 'FG' rubber flooring made from the finest EPDM granules to create the perfect safe environment for children to play.

There are numerous benefits for the local authority, holiday park or adventure park that install a splash pad, including:

• The zero water depth can reduce the necessary water quality control requirements, depending on the system used
• Lifeguards are not required
• They can be open 24/7 if required

• Help to minimise the incidence of wet/slip accidents
• Incorporate logos, motifs and patterns to further enhance any child's experience.

By installing a Poolsafe 'FG' rubber floor, additional benefits include:

• Significant reduction in colour fade, due to the use of special grade non yellowing light stable resins.
• Significant reduction in the growth of micro-organisms, due to the inclusion of a bacteria busting sanitiser
• A cost effective solution, due to the use of our FG EPDM when ensures a greater density of rubber per cm³ allowing us to lay our flooring at an average finished depth of 6mm.
• A large colour palette of 17 colours.

FAQ

• What is the FG system?

  The FG system is a rubber flooring system made up of a combination of different colour EPDM rubber granules, bonded with special moisture-curing urethane resins. We use fine grade EPDM granules, which create a smooth compressed surface suitable to high traffic installations. Our mix is then hand-trowelled on location by our own skilled and experienced tradesmen for a flat, seamless and attractive surface unique to each client.

• Where can the FG system be used?

  The Poolsafe FG system can be installed either indoors or out, on top of most surfaces making it suitable for both new builds and refurbishments. The flexibility of Poolsafe FG system ensures that the system will bridge most settlement and substrata cracking caused by ground movement and temperature change. If greater depths than the standard 4 - 6mm are required, other materials would be used to make up levels and keep the rubber flooring cost effective.

• Do you offer supply only?

  No, Poolsafe supply and install the FG system. We recommend that you use our team of experienced and expert tradesmen to install this product to the high quality finish expected of this type of rubber flooring.

• What are the features of a Splash Safe floor?

  • Meets exceptional quality and safety standards and has excellent slip resistance wet or dry
  • Seamless finish
  • Noise absorbing
  • Warm underfoot (but rarely too hot!)
  • Easily repaired if necessary
  • Can level out uneven surfaces
  • Suitable for covering concrete, timber, stone, boarding and other similar surfaces
  • Breathable surface allowing water to evaporate easily (depending on the substrate)
  • And our unique Poolsafe mix includes light stable resins to minimise colour change and a bacterial busting active concentrate!

• What colours are available for a Poolsafe FG System floor?

  A Poolsafe FG System floor can be made up from a combination of up to 17 different coloured EPDM rubber granules to give the customer an attractive finish that blends with all surrounding areas. We can also incorporate logos, motifs and patterns that further enhance any child's experience.

• Can designs be incorporated into a Poolsafe FG System floor?

  Motifs, skirting, logos and lettering can also be incorporated to complement the finished surface.  Please visit the Poolsafe Designs page for more examples

• How long does it take to install a Poolsafe FG System floor?

  Actual installation times depend on a variety of factors but in most cases, our workforce can lay at least 100m² per day on average. Once the installation has been completed, the rubber flooring is normally ready to use within 48 hours.

• What are the Quality and Safety Standards of a Poolsafe FG System floor?

  Poolsafe Rubber Pool Surround EPDM granules have been tested to comply with performance tests according to BS 7188. When installed to 4 - 6 mm, the system meets the requirements of the IAAF for slip resistance for wet surfaces and impact response. When tested to BS 5696 the Poolsafe Rubber Pool Surround complies with slip resistance, either wet or dry, and resistance to abrasive wear.

  Note: We are also combining the above standards with the guidelines as recommended by The Pool Water Treatment & Advisory Group (PWTAG) that states 'Splash Pad flooring should be non slip and resistant to chemicals'.

• How should I clean and maintain the Poolsafe FG System floor?

  Please visit the Poolsafe Rubber Pool Surround Care and Maintenance page

• Does the Poolsafe FG System Floor come with any guarantees?

  The design life of the Rubber FG system should be in excess of 5 years in a Splash Pad and Poolsafe operates a policy of an initial 2 year guarantee. The first year includes labour and materials and the second year also includes labour and material, but with due consideration to fair wear and tear.

  In the unlikely event of the FG system surface being damaged it is relatively straightforward to do isolated repairs or make good any building repairs or changes.