What is a vinyl playground?
A commercial vinyl playground combines the strength of a wood playset with the long-lasting, low-maintenance benefits of a vinyl exterior.
Built with a sturdy wooden core wrapped in a protective vinyl sleeve, these playgrounds offer the best of both worlds: the durability and flexibility of wood with the weather resistance and splinter-free play of vinyl.
Ideal for parks, schools, churches, and communities, vinyl playgrounds stay beautiful longer, require less upkeep, and provide a safe, smooth surface for active kids at play.
Vinyl Playground FAQs
Why go with a vinyl playground?
The Benefits of a vinyl playground are numerous and include:
- Unmatched Durability
- Smooth Surface Produces No Splinters
- Resists Wood-Burrowing Insects
- Easy Maintenance
- Better Warranty
Are vinyl playgrounds a new thing?
No, King Swings has been manufacturing vinyl playgrounds for over 35 years. The materials are proven to last.
Vinyl playgrounds have been bringing fun and play to backyards across the nation and are a common sight, often found in States that have large Amish communities.
How durable is a vinyl commercial playground?
Very durable. The vinyl sleeve protects the structure against the sun’s UV and other elements. We use high-quality materials in the construction of our playgrounds; they can handle what the kids dish out.
“Does a vinyl playground crack in the cold?”
Short answer, no. The longer answer, it can if you are trying to screw something into the vinyl sleeve in the extreme cold. If you are doing any maintenance requiring pressure on the vinyl, wait for warmer weather or predrill your holes.
“Does a vinyl playground stain?”
No, vinyl doesn’t stain. If you weed whack around it, you will see grass “stains” on the vinyl, but you can clean those off. Be careful when spraying yard chemicals in the area, as some yard chemicals can drift on the wind and interact with the vinyl.
“What do you use to clean the vinyl playground?”
A simple cleaner, such as Simple Green, is a great choice. Using a soaking agent like Wet&Forget is an excellent option if you have heavy algae buildup or deeper dirt. Also, gentle pressure should take care of most dirt.
Be sure to follow all the cleaning chemicals’ label instructions: some cleaning agents require “No Entry” zones after applying them for a set amount of time.
“Can I weed whack against the vinyl playground?”
Assuming you are using a string weed whacker, whack away! You only need to exercise caution around the end caps at the bottom of the swing beam’s A-frame. Should you break one of those end caps, reach out to us, and we can ship them out without a problem!
“Is a vinyl playground worth the extra cost over a wood one?”
Vinyl sets last longer and look better doing it. Also, they require significantly less maintenance, and they have a better warranty. So yes, they are worth it.
“What maintenance does a vinyl playground require?”
While routine maintenance for a commercial playground is important. Be sure to check your hardware for any loose pieces and inspect the playground regularly. However, a vinyl playground does not require as much maintenance compared to a wooden playground.
