Fresh-Air Fitness equipment can be installed onto a range of surfacing types including; grass, tarmac, wet pour, rubber mulch, grass tiles and concrete.

As most of the units are low to the ground and do not allow for climbing there is no legal requirement to install critical fall height or impact materials such as wet pour. Although it is recommended that a minimum wear-pad of ‘grass tiles’ is used, not least to uphold the integrity of the grass. Without which the grass would become worn out and muddy and ultimately making the equipment unattractive to use.

Grass tiles
These black rubber mesh mats are embedded into the ground and allow grass to grow through and lawn mowers to go over. They do provide protection from falling, maintain the ground and become invisible after the grass has grown through. You can choose to have a minimum wear pad or a more generous spread of matting depending on your budget.

Tarmac
The obvious benefits include its durability, low maintenance and aesthetics. There is no fall-impact characteristics of this material which maybe a necessity to meet your safety guidelines for your park or open space.

Wet pour and rubber mulch
This spongy material looks like tarmac but does have critical fall height properties and comes in almost any design and colour. There are cost implications but the low maintenance and flexibility of installation make it very popular. The rubber mulch is similar but has a more natural texture similar to wood chips and is often better value.

Concrete plinth
This is a very functional solution offering low maintenance solution to prevent wear to the ground. Also a favorite with the grass mower person who can mow over the top and avoiding getting the strimmer out.