You’re probably asking what is suitable for children’s play areas if pavement, real grass, and play grade bark aren’t. Artificial grass is a fantastic option. It’s not messy, it won’t stain your clothes, its low-maintenance, it’s soft and safe, and it’s highly sturdy and long-lasting – in most cases, it lasts longer than 12 years. CHILDREN’S PLAY PLACES MUST BE EXCITING, ENGAGING, DURABLE, AND, MOST IMPORTANTLY, SAFE. THE USE OF HARD CONCRETE AND TARMAC IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. CHILDREN ENJOY RUNNING AND JUMPING AROUND, BUT DUE TO THEIR LACK OF MOTOR SKILLS AND COORDINATION, THEY ARE PRONE TO STUMBLING AND FALLING. IN THIS CASE, TARMAC AND CONCRETE PROVIDE NO CUSHIONING FOR A SMOOTH LANDING, RESULTING IN NUMEROUS GRAZED LIMBS AND RIPS.