{"product_id":"heavy-duty-cable-floor-protector","title":"Heavy Duty Cable Floor Protector","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHeavy Duty Cable Floor Protector\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur playground safety mats are manufactured to BS EN 1177 — the UK and European standard for playground impact attenuation. Designed to protect children from serious injury in the event of a fall, they provide a certified, reliable safety surface beneath and around play equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCertification: BS EN 1177 compliant\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaterial: UV-stabilised rubber\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSurface: Textured for grip in all weather conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFormat: Interlocking tiles for easy installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApplications: Schools, nurseries, parks, private gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Is This For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocal authorities, school grounds managers, nursery operators, and private homeowners installing play equipment. Also used by playground equipment installers as a compliant safety surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBS EN 1177 certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meets UK regulatory requirements for public play areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImpact-absorbing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduces the risk and severity of fall injuries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAll-weather:\u003c\/strong\u003e UV-stable, frost-resistant, and non-slip when wet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to install:\u003c\/strong\u003e Interlocking tiles require no specialist tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweep clean or hose down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Buy from Rubber Matting Direct?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're a UK-based supplier with extensive stock of certified playground safety surfaces. \u003cstrong\u003eFree UK delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e on all orders. We can advise on Critical Fall Height requirements and supply mats in the sizes you need — including non-standard configurations. Contact us for a site-specific recommendation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Are these playground mats certified to BS EN 1177?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Yes. Our playground safety mats are tested and certified to BS EN 1177, the UK standard for playground surface impact attenuation. 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No adhesive or specialist tools are required for standard installations.\"\n      }\n    }\n  ]\n}\n\u003c\/script\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-section\" style=\"margin-top:2em;\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre these playground mats certified to BS EN 1177?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eYes. Our playground safety mats are tested and certified to BS EN 1177, the UK standard for playground surface impact attenuation. Each product listing specifies the Critical Fall Height (CFH) the mat protects against.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Critical Fall Height do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe required CFH depends on the height of your play equipment. A 1m CFH protects against falls from up to 1 metre. Check your equipment manufacturer's specifications and match accordingly. Our team can advise if unsure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan playground mats be installed on grass?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eYes. Playground safety mats can be laid directly on a firm, level grass surface. For best results, ensure the ground underneath is compacted and level to prevent rocking or gaps between tiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the tiles UV-resistant for outdoor use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eYes. 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