So, you can have the confidence all children are safe while exploring our innovative wooden playground equipment. All Wobbly Wood playground pieces are compliant with New Zealand, Australian and European safety standards. Safety & Security at The ForefrontĪt Playground Centre, the safety and the security of all children is at the forefront of our collections. This reduces greenhouse gases to create a better future and environment for our children. Through the production process of our wood play pieces, timber uses less energy to harvest than other materials and absorbs CO2 throughout the growing phase. Not only is wooden play equipment a favourite choice for its striking natural look and durability, but it is also an eco-conscious choice when it comes to creating a sustainable playground design. So, children can enjoy exploring the play equipment regardless of the time of day or climate! Environmentally Friendly Play Equipment As timber does not conduct heat as much as other materials, our wooden playground equipment is also functional in direct sunlight, as well as in the shade. Our Wobbly Wood playground pieces are also suited to any environment and are often used in coastal or seaside areas as they are less likely to rust or warp in these environments. Hardwood timber has a natural resilience and as a result, is a relatively low maintenance material when used in playground design. Durable Wooden Play EquipmentĪll Playground Centre pieces from the Wobbly Wood Collection are crafted from a hardwood timber and topped with a surface coat for durability and longevity. While wood is a primary structural element within the range, our Wobbly Wood collection of striking wooden playground pieces also incorporates the use of steel and rope to provide a multi-faceted play design children will love. Connecting children to the great outdoors wooden play equipment complements any outdoor space, while the tactile appeal of timber provides an exciting and intriguing play experience for children to touch and discover. Natural rustic wood blends beautifully into nature and it offers children the chance to explore different textures, adding another dimension of fun to play.

on climbing equipment, even in cold or wet seasons, to evaluate wood positively.Wooden Playgrounds Connect Children to Nature A heavily loaded beam over a group swing can be made of metal. In natural playgrounds, wood is obviously preferred. Outdoor playground equipment made of wood or metal?ĭepending on the play function, component, desired aesthetics or installation location, there are different advantages and disadvantages. Personal advice and the long-term supply of spare parts are particularly appreciated by our customers. Make sure that the devices are certified according to EN 1176. Attention is paid to whether the devices fit the respective terrain, whether the age group fits, or what fall protection is required. With us, you will be assisted in the selection and planning by our respective specialist consultants on site: The top priority is the play value for the respective user group. What do you have to look out for when buying playground equipment?

Steel and stainless steel are also processed for individual components. The classic woods are supplemented with panel materials made of glued wood or HPL or HDPE panels. Which wood is used for outdoor playground equipmentĭifferent types of wood are used for our playground equipment, depending on the installation situation and requirements: pine kdi, larch, robinia, oak, fir, ash. Would you like to offer a play area with the right equipment in your hotel, on your campsite or through your tourist office? Let us put together the right equipment for you and let us plan your active playground for adults! Please do not hesitate to contact us! Play equipment made of larch wood is also popular in municipalities and residential complexes, because they are not only wonderful to play with, but are also visually appealing. Regardless of whether the athletes want to do sit-ups after running or practice throwing pine cones with the children: The wooden forest playground equipment from OBRA Design is popular with all age groups and ideally suited for leisure facilities and hotel playgrounds. Our playground equipment made of larch wood fits perfectly into the natural environment and offers variety in sports and hiking. Outdoor play equipment from OBRA Design is not only perfect on the active playground! We also produce wooden play equipment for use on forest and fitness trails.

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