Buying an indoor playground is a great upgrade for many businesses. Before you dive into choosing playhouse equipment , you must first narrow down your options for your customers' children. Answers to the following indoor playground buying questions will help you choose the perfect equipment for your business and the families that use it.

1. What is the age range of your target group?

Not all playground options work for every age group, and toddlers often need smaller play elements than older kids. You should know the specific ages of the children who will be using your equipment so that you can check the age recommendations for each stand-alone piece or playground set before purchasing.

Toddlers

If you expect more from preschoolers, you should consider a toddler play area. All ages can enjoy the public playground equipment with elements for younger and older children. From toddlers to school-aged children, these playgrounds have something for every child to do and are the most diverse options.

Equipment aimed at toddlers often has creative, interactive elements and ways for children to use their imaginations. For example, Kyle's Cockpit allows toddlers to pretend they are flying a plane with a pilot, promoting friendship, cooperation and imagination.

Older children

Playground elements for older kids allow them to engage in fun activities in new and exciting ways. With options that include gamified experiences, kids can enjoy fun and friendly competition against themselves or others.

For example, The Hive is a very popular obstacle course for older kids. They try to beat their personal best times or compete with others to see who can run the fastest course. However, everyone wins by having fun during the experience.

If you want to install equipment for older and younger children, separate the play area for the little ones with a fence or other clear barrier that keeps the spaces apart. Parents will feel better knowing their toddlers have a separate play area to interact with other preschoolers. Separate spaces also allow parents to keep an eye on their children.

2. Where do you want to put the equipment?

Most businesses like the idea of ​​an indoor playground that they can have open during office hours without worrying about rain or snow. However, you may not have the space or layout for an indoor play area.

Indoor playground options include individual elements and complete game sets. You can even find small playground sets that offer multiple play options for kids in a compact space.

Outdoor equipment requires special considerations. It must have weather-resistant building materials. Additionally, you may need to find a way to prevent parents from allowing their children to play on outdoor toys when they are wet. Placing the play area behind a fence or hanging signs can announce the closure of the play area until the equipment is dry.

One option for outdoor use is a series of outdoor play sculptures designed to withstand the elements while adding an artistic element to your business that encourages activity. You can customize these figurines to really make them eye-catching parts of your business.

Water play elements are best for outdoor use during the hot summer months. These are very popular choices for recreation areas, hotels and gyms with swimming pools that need something to encourage children to participate and exercise. Even if you don't have a pool, you can still install a splash pad that doesn't require a stationary body of water to provide a way for kids to cool off in hot weather.

3. What is your budget?

You want to make the play space appealing to the kids who come to your business, but you still need to budget for it during the planning and research phase. You'll find a wide selection of playground equipment and sets in all budget ranges.

Play spaces featuring ATOM are compact and affordable while providing great play options for kids. Elements in the ATOM play areas include a hammock, slide, sit and spin, climbing scope, diamond obstacles to the second level, a ripple platform, musical drums and a three-in-a-row game. All ATOM components are placed in a closed space with a small footprint. You have the option to customize the colors to match your business branding.

To find the right options in your price range, discuss your price limits with a Polygrand representative. Don't forget to ask about playground equipment financing options to lower your upfront costs and help you spread the payments over time. Another option is to add parts slowly over time, expanding your playground as your business grows and you can buy more elements.

4. What materials do you want to use?

Materials make a difference in where you can use polyground equipment, how well it is maintained, and how it looks. For example, when choosing Play Soft� playground equipment, you can choose one of three styles:

Dura Frame:  These systems require low maintenance and modern appearance. They do not require changing pads or laces.
Natural Elements Collection (NEC):  These playgrounds use wooden bases for a natural look and do not require post pad replacement.
Traditional:  These systems use mail pads for indoor play, but changing out these colorful pads will quickly update the look of the playground.
Building materials must be of high quality to ensure its longevity. The durable construction ensures Polygrand will last for years while still looking great with regular maintenance.

The colors you can choose from are included in the material options. If your business has a specific color scheme that you want to use in all elements of your building, look for polyground materials that allow you to customize the colors and other aspects of the finished product's appearance.

5. What kind of games do you want to encourage?

Playgrounds offer countless options for all types of play, from active to creative. Choose the types of games that best fit your business profile and the kids using the equipment.
For example, if you run a gym or recreation center that promotes physical fitness, you may want to include interactive and challenging play elements in your playground to help kids associate movement with fun. STOMP equipment plays sports and movement, making it more fun for children of all ages.

Schools or daycares may prefer to offer creative options with other areas of the playground to ensure that all children have play choices that spark their imaginations. Pick & Play systems offer colorful play spaces designed for toddlers to engage in imaginative play in a themed space.

You don't have to let your available space limit the types of games you choose. Options include small-footprint playground sets that offer multiple ways to play. You can even choose playground sets that take up little space on the floor but extend to higher levels to give kids more space.

6. What repairs do the equipment need?

Look at the maintenance requirements for playground equipment and determine how it affects your staffing needs and current budget. You may hire more staff to ensure that parents supervise children in the play area and keep it clean throughout the day.

Outdoor playground sets require more maintenance and cleaning because they are exposed to heat, sun, snow, ice, and rain, which can cause wear and tear on parts even before children play on the equipment. If you want outdoor equipment, consider all the elements of its durability and maintenance requirements. You may consider protecting the space with canopies or a covered structure over the play area.

Indoor playgrounds also need regular care and maintenance. Spills need to be cleaned up immediately to protect other children from slipping and falling on the playground. Health should also be taken into account when children use playground equipment. Regular cleaning of indoor equipment with soap and water and disinfectant products can protect the health of children who use it and create a cleaner and longer lasting play structure. When considering playground maintenance costs, be sure to factor staff time and cleaning supplies into your budget.

7. How long will the equipment last?

You want your play area to be an investment in your business that helps your company grow and ensures customer satisfaction. Equipment durability is only one aspect of the longevity of your playground set. Good maintenance and the ability to replace individual elements can extend the life of your playground and help you preserve your investment for years to come.

The daily use of equipment may also affect its lifespan, making durable equipment that can withstand regular play important to your return on investment.

8. What is the maximum capacity of a child?

The number of children you typically have in your building will give you an idea of ​​the size of equipment needed for the play area. The maximum child capacity should always be greater than the number of children using the equipment. The capacity level ensures more fun for children by preventing the play area from becoming crowded.

Large playgrounds can accommodate 100 or more children. For example, the P27711 model can accommodate up to 130 children in a 21-foot structure. Larger playgrounds require more space for equipment, so make sure you can fit the playground outdoors in your building or property.

Small playgrounds are great for quick service restaurants or daycares where no more than a dozen children are playing with the equipment at a time. One type of small play space is P26898, which allows 37 children to play on two levels.

If you have busy times when the number of children wanting to use the playground equipment may approach full capacity, ask a staff member to keep track of people coming into the play area to avoid overcrowding. Use a gate or rope divider to let new visitors know when the playground is off limits. It also helps to display legible signs around the play area that list the maximum number of occupants.

Regardless of capacity, always have enough room for parents to sit or stand comfortably within sight of their children to encourage parental supervision. Consider items like benches, trash cans, and hand sanitizer stations to make this easier for your customers.

9. How to install this equipment easily?

Ease of installation determines how disruptive your business experience is when placing polyground equipment. Ideally, you'll want to choose a polyground provider that offers professional installation or construction of the equipment. Professional installation allows you to avoid having to find your own contractors to lay the polyground and deal with conflicting schedules or disruptions.

Your business needs a commercial polygrid to meet your company's needs for capacity, customization, and longevity. You should also have expert installation to ensure that the parts are correctly positioned and ready for use with the least possible delay.

10. What surface will be used for this playground?

The polyground surface provides a soft coating to the floor to protect little feet from impact. Outdoor playgrounds need a cover that allows drainage and cushioning. The surface of the indoor play area does not need to be waterproof, but it should be easy to clean and provide comfort and lightness.

Common surfacing options for indoor playgrounds include modular tiles and in-place surfacing. Both types of rubber surface materials have different uses for play areas:

Modular cover: Modular tiles have large sizes and are attached to surfaces with SureStick adhesive. This cover option works well for quick installation and easy maintenance, and allows for accessible play spaces that connect to ramps. The biggest advantage of this coating is the ability to replace a damaged tile instead of having to upgrade the entire floor.
Cast-in-place finishes: Cast-in-place finishes come in colors that can match the theme of your playground or business. It creates a smooth surface and allows the creation of different shapes in a variety of colors to produce eye-catching patterns. Many businesses prefer this solution because of its ability to create a smooth transition from existing floors to recessed space.
Polyground coating materials must have smooth surfaces that meet ADA and local standards.

11. What warranties are available?

Warranties are a way to see how well a distributor backs the products they sell. Learn about all warranties that cover parts, polyground systems, or installation, and keep warranty information for your records.

Play Soft equipment has a one-year warranty that covers product and workmanship defects. Learn more about warranty specifications by speaking with a sales representative.

Knowing the warranty coverage of your Polygrand equipment will help you avoid paying for warranty repairs or replacements and ensure that you have quality equipment that the distributor stands behind.

12. What financial resources are available for Playground?

Financing options can help any business to better afford Polyground. With rent-to-own options, you don't need to pay for the entire set-up and installation up front. By reducing your down payments, you can preserve cash flow for other purchases and make your playland a reality sooner rather than later.

Taking out a rental option makes larger playground equipment more affordable, even if you don't have the capital to pay for it up front. With bigger equipment, your business playground can make more parents and children happier while generating more income to invest in your business and playground.

13. Are replacement parts available?

Keeping your playground equipment in good condition may require replacing parts over time. Find out if the Polygrand distributor offers replacement parts for its equipment, whether you can get a professional replacement of those parts, and how often you should expect to replace or upgrade parts.

Some of the parts that are commonly replaced are: balls, nets, windows, domes, pipes, hardware, pads and signs. These parts may wear out faster in heavily used play areas. Requiring parental supervision and stationing staff nearby may reduce injury to playground equipment by encouraging children to use playground equipment properly.

For example, staff can remind children not to hang from nets for their own safety and to protect the structure from damage. Alert staff can also quickly spot problems such as a damaged pad or net and close that part of the playground until the damaged part is replaced.

14. Do the equipment meet safety standards?

Look at the safety standards that the equipment meets. Does it meet international ASTM standards for American products? Open playgrounds for public use fall under the ASTM F1487-21 standard. This standard specifies the use of materials that are resistant to decay, leaching of hazardous materials, or ingestion or inhalation hazards to children. Other elements of this standard include access to playground equipment and the use of guardrails, netting or other fall prevention measures.

If you are installing equipment in another country, evaluate the local standards and safety requirements in that area to ensure that your polyground equipment complies.

Compliance with safety standards may be required for any additional liability insurance coverage you purchase with Polyground equipment. Check with your insurance provider before finalizing the equipment purchase and the insurance policy to cover it.

Regardless of the safety standards used for playgrounds, you should always ensure that children are supervised when using the equipment. Provide staff guidance or signs to remind parents and caregivers to watch their children at all times in the play area. With good supervision and quality playground equipment that meets safety standards, your business can help prevent many playground mishaps.

15. Will your equipment manufacturer help with programming?

You'll probably need help creating a playground or soft play setup  that has everything your customers' kids want, along with your design budget and plan. Consider whether the playhouse equipment manufacturer will help   you create designs for the playground or soft play by removing the elements and components you want. An experienced producer can provide helpful recommendations based on target demographics, business plan, budget, brand colors, and more.

 If you know  what you are looking for to buy a play ground or soft play , Faraz Children's House   experts can draft plans and provide prices within two weeks. This type of quick turnaround gives you the opportunity to quickly begin installing a new playground in your business.

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