{"product_id":"playground-rubber-safety-grass-mats-fall-height-tested-shock-absorbing-flooring-for-swings-slides-trampolines-play-areas-non-slip-mud-control-mats-150cm-x-100cm-x-22mm-free-uk-delivery","title":"Playground Rubber Safety Mats | 150x100cm 22mm Thick | EN1177 Impact Tested | School \u0026 Park Use","description":"\n\u003ch2\u003ePlayground Rubber Safety Mats | Fall Height Tested | Grass \u0026amp; Mud Protection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide independently \u003cstrong\u003ecertified fall protection\u003c\/strong\u003e under swings, slides, climbing frames, and trampolines with our heavy duty recycled rubber playground safety mats. With a certified critical fall height of \u003cstrong\u003e2.53 metres\u003c\/strong\u003e (22mm) and \u003cstrong\u003e1.47 metres\u003c\/strong\u003e (16mm), these mats deliver proven, tested safety in children's play areas — not just a marketing claim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe open-ring design lets grass grow naturally through the mat while allowing rainwater to drain freely, preventing the muddy patches that plague busy swing sets and slide landing zones. Trusted by \u003cstrong\u003eschools, nurseries, councils, and home gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e across the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e📋 Product Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;border:1px solid #ddd;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;text-align:left;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;text-align:left;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e100% recycled rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#fafafa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e150cm × 100cm (also 80cm × 60cm available)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e16mm \u0026amp; 22mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#fafafa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified Fall Height (22mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2.53 metres\u003c\/strong\u003e (Labosport tested)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified Fall Height (16mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1.47 metres\u003c\/strong\u003e (Labosport tested)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#fafafa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSurface Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOpen-ring honeycomb — allows grass growth \u0026amp; drainage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-Slip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eYes — textured non-slip surface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#fafafa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWheelchair \u0026amp; Buggy Friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eYes — smooth accessible surface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBlack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#fafafa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeather Resistant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eYes — UV stable, waterproof, frost resistant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJoinable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eYes — connect multiple mats with cable ties\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#fafafa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSimply roll out — no tools required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e🔰 Certified Safety — What the Numbers Mean\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ecritical fall height\u003c\/strong\u003e is the maximum height from which a child can fall onto the mat without exceeding the force threshold associated with life-threatening head injury (as defined by EN 1177 — the European standard for playground safety surfaces). Our mats are independently tested by \u003cstrong\u003eLabosport\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of Europe's leading sports and safety testing laboratories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e22mm mat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certified for fall heights up to \u003cstrong\u003e2.53m\u003c\/strong\u003e — suitable under most standard swings, slides, and climbing frames up to 2.5m high\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16mm mat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certified for fall heights up to \u003cstrong\u003e1.47m\u003c\/strong\u003e — suitable for lower-level equipment including toddler slides, balance beams, and trampoline surround protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e✅ Key Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndependently Certified Fall Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tested to EN 1177 — not just a claim, a verified result from an accredited laboratory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrass Grows Through:\u003c\/strong\u003e The open-ring design maintains a natural lawn appearance while providing certified safety underfoot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo More Mud:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prevents the compaction and erosion that creates muddy patches under high-traffic play equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAll-Weather Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e UV-stabilised recycled rubber performs in all British weather — rain, frost, heat, UV — without cracking or degrading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWheelchair \u0026amp; Pushchair Accessible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth non-slip surface allows safe access for all users — meets inclusive playground design principles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpandable Coverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multiple mats join seamlessly with cable ties to create a continuous safety surface of any size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy DIY Installation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roll out onto any surface — grass, soil, concrete, or paving — and secure with ground stakes if required. No groundwork or specialist tools needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e📐 How Many Mats Do You Need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach mat is 150cm × 100cm. As a guide:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle swing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–3 mats covering the landing zone in front and behind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlide:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 mats at the base of the slide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimbing frame:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–6 mats depending on the footprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrampoline surround:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–8 mats around the perimeter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMats connect with cable ties — simply thread through the open-ring edges and pull tight for a seamless join.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e❓ Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhich thickness do I need — 16mm or 22mm?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eChoose based on the height of your equipment. The 22mm mat is certified for falls up to 2.53m — suitable for standard garden swings, slides, and climbing frames. The 16mm mat is certified to 1.47m and is ideal for lower-level equipment such as toddler frames, balance beams, and trampoline surrounds. When in doubt, choose 22mm for maximum protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWill grass grow through the mat?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eYes. The open-ring design allows existing grass to grow up through the mat and for new grass to establish through it. The mat actually helps protect existing grass from being worn away by foot traffic in high-use play areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eHow do I secure the mats so they don't move?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eOn grass or soil, use metal ground stakes through the open rings at the corners and edges. On hard surfaces, the weight of the mat is usually sufficient. For a multi-mat installation, connecting the mats with cable ties creates a larger, stable surface that is less likely to shift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eIs this safe for children — is it non-toxic?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eYes. The mat is made from 100% recycled rubber and is non-toxic and safe for children. It is independently tested for fall height protection and is designed specifically for children's play areas. 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