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Children are more than just little bodies. They have developing

minds, growing personalities, and impressionable spirits. That’s

why at Grounds For Play we seek to encourage, inspire and

empower children through our play environments. Our mission

is to design and build outdoor play environments for children

of all ages that are safe and encourage social, emotional,

language, cognitive, motor and physical skill development.

We trust you’ll enjoy our uniquely designed Grounds For Play

play environments just as much as your children. Let’s work

together to capture the unique spirit, vision, and character of

your project.

play environments NOT JUST PLAYGROUNDS

are our specialty!

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We are built on an understanding of child development, play,

and safety, which is reflected in the playground equipment

we manufacture and the play environments we design. Our

understanding allows children to learn a variety of developmental

skills while having fun and staying safe on the playground.

We plan educational, safe, and unique play environments, not just

playgrounds. Our environment plans address comprehensive issues,

age-specific needs, and are centered around your objectives. With

over 15,000 playgrounds on our resumé, we have a breadth of

knowledge regarding different regions and climates which could

effect your play environment.

We are committed to staying with our clients from start to finish,

from the first consultation to the ribbon cutting. Our trained

staff and safety-certified installers work together to make your

environment and playground planning experience a successful one.

very different AND PROUD OF IT!

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an extraordinary RECORD OF SAFETY!

Our extraordinary record of safety has allowed us to become the

safest playground manufacturer in the industry. Our commitment

to safety is reflected in each phase of our planning process — from

the materials we use while manufacturing the playground to the

strategic environment design elements like our 6’ obstruction free

fall zones. To ensure that we are not only meeting but exceeding

the standards of ASTM International and the recommendations of

the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), all of our plans

are reviewed by a Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI). Our

unique safety standards and commitment to children help make

your play environment the safest it can be!


Physical Play

Movement play, primarily found in physical play, helps to strengthen

the body and helps in the development of gross motor skills.

Additionally, physical play allows for many learning opportunities

in adaptability, flexibility and resilience.

Music & Artistic Play

When allowed to create, whether that be a musical piece or an

art piece, children can access their playfulness, creativity, and

innovative spirits. Music and artistic play also helps to develop a

child’s fine motor skills.

Dramatic Play

Dramatic play allows children to act out everyday scenes allowing

them to make sense of their surroundings and watch life stories

unfold. Dramatic play also encourages communication, sharing,

creativity and emotional play.

Natural Play & the Outdoor Classroom

Research shows children benefit greatly from daily connections with

nature. Additionally, natural play gives a child the opportunity to

explore and understand nature — from caring for flowers and plants

to exploring the ground for creatures.

four important TYPES OF PLAY!

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Our play environments are a collaborative effort between our

Design Consultants (experts in child development, playground

design, and playground safety) and our clients. We understand

that our clients view their play environments as extensions of their

curricula and facilities; thus, our nationwide team is responsible

for understanding your needs, analyzing options, and designing

the best solutions. They believe that good playgrounds don’t just

happen; they require planning! Contact us today to find a Design

Consultant near you and to schedule a free design consultation.

Call us at 1.800.552.PLAY or visit us at groundsforplay.com.

at your service! THE DESIGN CONSULTANTS


Customer Interview

We start by asking you critical questions that will help make your

playground successful and meet your vision and mission. Examples

include:

• What are the goals for your playground?

• What is your curriculum?

• What areas of child development would you like to address?

Site Review & Preliminary Planning

Keeping in mind your budget, available space, intended users,

goals and many other factors, we suggest the level of service

that’s right for you; whether it’s one piece of quality equipment

or the planning and development of your entire outdoor learning

environment. When planning your entire play area, we will apply

the knowledge we have gained in doing more than 15,000

playground projects during the past three decades to create

an environment that fosters the physical, cognitive, social and

emotional development of your children.

Safety & Developmental Review

We understand that there is nothing more important than safety,

which is why every plan is reviewed by experts in early childhood

education for developmental appropriateness and by our Design

Consultants, who are Certified Playground Safety Inspectors, for

safety and functionality, aligning your playground with state and

national standards.

Final Plan

We provide a detailed computer aided design (CAD) drawing that

captures your vision for your playground. This plan will showcase

your full play environment and bring your vision to life.

Manufacturing

Your play equipment is expertly crafted in the United States to

exacting standards by our own craftsmen and is created with

careful attention to detail and safety.

Installation

The last and most exciting step is our installation process!

You will receive a packet containing information that will help you

prepare for the installation process. If professional installation from

Grounds For Play is chosen, your project manager will schedule the

installation of your playground equipment and coordinate all the

ancillary services to get your playground finished on schedule.

Design Process


PromiselandL E A R N I N G C E N T E R

The Promiseland Learning Center’s outdoor play environment features essential play areas for children. A large, shaded infant and toddler play space stimulates learning through the addition of panels and Infant Corner Boxes. For children aged 2–5, the environment features a trike track with signs, dramatic play elements such as our Polytone Playhouse and Village Façade, and a pre-school play structure.


Stop Sign PAGE 103

Toddler Tower PAGE 49

Bus Panel PAGE 96

Step Activity Center PAGE 49

Dino Spinner Panel PAGE 96

Double To-Fro Glider PAGE 100Adventures in Growing PAGE 56

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Laurel HeightsU N I T E D M E T H O D I S T C H U R C H

Laurel Heights United Methodist Church Weekday School’s mission is to provide a safe and nurturing environment that promotes the physical, social, emotional, cognitive, and spiritual development of their children. With their mission in mind, we designed an outdoor play environment that allowed children to stretch their physical capabilities, while providing an area for dramatic play encouraging social and emotional play. Ultimately, Laurel Heights is a great example of how a Grounds For Play play environment is an extension of your program’s goals.


Case Study #1

Gas Station PAGE 28Dual Chute Slide PAGE 86

No Trikes Sign PAGE 103

Custom Playhouse PAGE 24

Totem Climber PAGE89

Pre-School Structure PAGE 60


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Kinderfrogs SchoolAT T E X A S C H R I S T I A N U N I V E R S I T Y

The Kinderfrogs School at Texas Christian University provides a developmentally appropriate educational environment for children with intellectual and cognitive developmental delays. With developmentally and age-appropriate play a key goal for any Grounds For Play environment, we knew we could satisfy our client’s needs. By including a Sound Garden, a dramatic play area, an art area, cozy corners and multiple play structures, every child at the Kinderfrogs School has a place to play, explore, and develop.


To-Fro Glider PAGE 100

90° Slide PAGE 86

Village Façade and Train PAGE 28

Imbarimba PAGE 39

Sound Garden PAGE 38

School Age Structure PAGE 74

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Woodland SpringsE L E M E N TA RY S C H O O L

Research shows children need recess. Not only does it boost social and physical development, it increases focus while children are in the classroom. Woodland Springs’ outdoor play environment encourages both social and physical development through their play structure and surrounding components. Featuring climbers, slides, and an Airplane Panel (which encourages parallel play), musical instruments and a Weather Station, Woodland Springs is a great reference project for those with a small space but seeking great, beneficial play.


Pre-School Structure with Shades PAGE 60

Airplane Panel PAGE 96Dual Chute Slide PAGE 86

Weather Station and Rain Wheel PAGE 46 AND 41

Perceptual Motor Wall PAGE 89

Airplane Panel PAGE 96

Melodious Butterfly PAGE 40

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TimberviewM I D D L E S C H O O L

Timberview Middle School’s play environment is a great project that showcases Grounds For Play’s ability to create play spaces for children aged 5–12. This large play structure features components that engage a variety of targeted muscle groups so the students of Timberview Middle School get the physical activity they need. Additional elements such as our Bongo Panel, Upright Piano, Tic-Tac-Toe Panel, and swings were added to encourage social play.


Upright Piano PAGE 41

Zig-Zag Overhead Ladder PAGE 93

Chain Wall PAGE 90

Suspended Lily Pad Bridge PAGE 95

Single Post Swing PAGE 100

School Age Structure PAGE 74

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All Church HomeC H I L D A N D FA M I LY S E RV I C E S

A large play environment for children aged 2–5 and 5–12, this project features two play structures (allowing for challenging, age-appropriate components for both older and younger children), an Infant Gazebo, a 3 bay Single Post Swing, and a shaded picnic area with site amenities. This play environment is a great gathering space for the caregivers and children of All Church Home.


Case Study #1

Single Post Swings PAGE 100Square Table PAGE 106

School Age Structure and Play Environment

Bubble Wall PAGE 91

Infant Gazebo PAGE 54

Picnic Area with Shade PAGE 106 AND 110


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Cozy Corner

Creative Arts & Literacy

Dramatic Play

Playhouses

Play Vehicles

Play Villages

RTown

Cedarville

Gardening & Nature

Loose Parts

Motion & Sensory

Music Play

Sand & Water Play

Science & Math

Sports & Games

Infant Corner Boxes

Toddler Activities

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GFPFact Portable Play Tunnels are too heavy for toddlers or preschoolers to move but are easily moved by teachers or caregivers.

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Deck

Model 49652: 5' x 5'

Multiple materials available.

Deck with Cozy Corner

Model 49653: 5’ x 5’

Multiple materials available.

Ring-A-Rounds

Model 49317

Sold in set of three.

Portable Play Tunnels

Model 49351: 30” LongModel 49352: 42” Long

Corner Chair

Model 60115TT

Attaches to corner of sandbox.

Playpods

Model 49347TT

Cozy CornerCozy corners are a practical addition to any playground by offering children the ability

to cozy up to a good book or take a break from the buzzing activity around them.

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Art Easel

Model 41111: 45” Single SidedModel 41110: 45” Double SidedModel 41113: 86” Single SidedModel 41112: 86” Double Sided

Art Mural

Model 41116

Art Mural Stage

Model 42303

Features an 8’ x 8’ stage with two 8’ x 4’ clear art panels.

Basic Art Studio

Model 42301

Deluxe Art Studio

Model 42302

Deluxe model includes basic model with the addition of a chalkboard and second easel.

Universal Art Easel

Model 41109FT

Creative Arts & LiteracyOur creative arts products provide curriculum supports for a

workable outdoor classroom.

Documentation Panel

Model 12163: SmallModel 12162: Large

Story House

Model 49132FT

Signs

Model 49326: Store SignModel 49330: Telephone SignModel 49328: Post Office

Allow children to become familiar with everyday establishments. More styles available.

Easy to clean!

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Bank Playhouse

Model PLH1006XX: 6' x 6'

Barn Playhouse

Model 47219: 5’ x 5’Model 47220: 6’ x 6’

Beach House

Model 60206

Multiple color variations available.

Brick Cottage

Model 47209

Sand Chalet

Model 60207


Stone Cottage

Model 47207


Molded Roof Playhouse

Model 47115: 4’ x 4’Model 47116: 6’ x 6’


Pioneer Playhouse

Model 47104TT: 5' x 5'Model 47103TT: 6' x 6'

Polytone Playhouse

Model 47203: 5’ x 5’Model 47204: 6’ x 6’


Thematic PlayhousesAs one of the most important types of play in a child’s early years, dramatic play should be

supported in the outdoor environment. Playhouses greatly encourage dramatic play.


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Custom Designs

NEW! Outdoor Curriculum Hut

Model 49674

NEW! Art Playhouse

Model PLH10008XX: 5’ x 5’Model PLH10009XX: 6’ x 6’

Custom

Custom designed playhouses are available!

Playhouse Tot Table

Model 47215

Playhouse Sink

Model 47212

Playhouse Stove

Model 47213

Playhouse Sink/Stove Combo

Model 47214: 5’Model 47217: 6’

Flower Box

Model 47112TT

Flower box does not include flowers.

PLAYHOUSE ACCESSORIES

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GFPFact To support parallel play, all GFP dramatic play vehicles come standard with two steering wheels.

Airboat Ambulance Happy Camper

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Model 49229 Model 49137 Model 49103

Awning is optional.

Helicopter

Model 49214

Large Fire Truck

Model 49127FT

Metro Fire Truck

Post Mounted: Model 49220Spring Mounted: Model 46514

Mini Bus

Model 49105

Mini Car

Model 49134

Off Road Truck

Model 49222

Dramatic Play VehiclesDramatic play vehicles provide a sense of the magical world of childhood where

children become the players in dramas as bold as life.

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School Bus

Model 49104

School Bus II

Spring Mounted: Model 46515Post Mounted: Model 49221

Spring mounted pictured.

Space Shuttle

Model 49135

SUV Tractor

Model 49146

Required use zone of 16’ x 29’.

Train Engine

Model 49131FTModel 49207FT

Tug Boat

Model 49122FT

Small Fire Truck

Model 49128FT

Trolley

Model 49101

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Model 49313TT Model 49226 Model 49136: 4’ WideModel 49136-5: 5’ Wide

Model 49130FT

Includes Store, Gas Station, Café, Telephone, and Post Office

Village Façade

Model 49209FT

Includes Gas Station and Café

Café Stand

Model 49138

Farmers Market Façade

Model 49232

Gas Station

Model 49144

Gas Pump On Post: Model 49308

Mailbox Tram L-Train

Dramatic Play VillagesDramatic play villages that contain many different façades and support elements

further encourage a child to explore their imagination.

Play Village

Model 49227

Includes Gas Station, Telephone, and Toddler Ball Panel

Play Village 2


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RTown® Ambulance

Model 47507

Also available spring mounted (Model 46520).

RTown® Helicopter

Model 47503

RTown® Rumblin’ Racer

Model 47506


RTown® Bus

Model 47501


RTown® Taxi

Model 47502


RTown® Auto Center

Model 47509

RTown® Church

Model 47510

RTown® Colonial Cottage

Model 47508

RTown® School House

Model 47504

RTownWelcome to RTown®, a whimsical community of dramatic play structures. Capturing

a more dramatic feel, these structures encourage children to use their imagination!

RTown® Barn

Model 47505

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Grounds For Play offers other optional components for our Cedarville collection including an Arch Bridge, ADA Ramp, Playhouse with Porch, Cedarville Pioneer Playhouse, Sandbox, and Wave Bridge. Ask your Design Consultant for all the details on these great additions.

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Your Cedarville package will include:

• Two 5’ x 5’ Basic Decks

• One Cozy Corner

• One 2’ x 4’ x 16” Garden Planter

• One 2’ x 6’ x 21” Garden Planter

• One Garden Hut

• One Garden House

Basic Deck Cozy Corner

Garden Planter Garden Hut Garden House

Layout Ideas

CedarvilleCedarville, a collection of arrangeable cedar playhouses and decks, gives you the

opportunity to create your own little village. Also available in Trex®.


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know? Plants are not included with our gardening or nature products. All natural materials are subject to weathering and come with an installation warranty.

Bamboo Planters

Model 49020

Sold in set of three.

NEW! Climbing Vine Planter

Model 49662-3: 3’ Planter

Model 49662-5: 5’ Planter

Faux Stone Planter

Model 49085

NEW! Green Wall

Model 49666: 5 BoxModel 49667: 3 Box

Growing Box

Model 49361

Pizza Garden

Model 49387: Full RoundModel 49343: Half Round

Look and Learn Table

Model 46251

Faux Wood Planter Barrel

Model 49090

Raised Planter Box

Model 49064-C: 2’ x 4’ x 14’Model 49065-C: 2’ x 6’ x 14’Model 49066-C: 2’ x 4’ x 21’Model 49067-C: 2’ x 6’ x 21’

Garden and NatureResearch shows that children benefit greatly from daily connections with the natural world. The use of

natural materials in your playground environment allows children to learn and develop responsibility as

they care for plants and experience the natural world.

NEW! Serpentine Planter

Model 49665

Our Serpentine Planter and Circle of Life Planter include the same curved planters, allowing you to choose your configuration.

NEW! Circle of Life Planter

Model 49665

Our Serpentine Planter and Circle of Life Planter include the same curved planters, allowing you to choose your configuration.

Cedar Pergola

Model 38301: 10’x10’Model 38302: 12’x12’Model 38303: 14’x14’Model 38304: 16’x16’

Log Edging

Model 49055: Set of 3

Sizes and wood types will vary.

Natural Log

Model 49040: 4’ Long

Log Steps



Natural Balance Beam

Model 49058: CrookedModel 49057: Straight

Cedar Bench


Butterfly House with Post

Model 49037

Garden and Nature

Did you

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Bird Feeder

Model 49009

Natural Garden Bridge

Model 49068: 6’ LongModel 49069: 8’ Long

Faux Log Stump

Model 49084

Faux Log

Model 49086

Also Available: Faux Log Tunnel (49070)

Trellis

Model 49021: 4’ TrellisModel 49022: 5’ Trellis

Garden Box

Model 49362: 3’ x 8’

Secret Play Garden

Your Secret Play Garden will include:

• Multiple Seating Areas

• Gathering Area

• Planter Boxes

• Bench

• Shade

• ADA Accessible Entryway

• Sand Play

• Arbor Entrance

• Maze and Puppet Panel

• Drip Line

• Rubber Mushrooms

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Inter+Blocks

Model 49315: 12 Piece Set

Inter+Blocks SuperSet

Model 49356: 24 Piece Set

Inter+Playnks

Model 49316: 2 Piece Plank Set

Stack-N-Carry Blocks

Model 49393

Geometric Blocks

Model 49059: Set of 40Model 49060: Set of 80

Measure 1½” x 1½”, 3”, 4½”, and 6”.

Mini Bricks

Model 49061: Set of 50Model 49062: Set of 100Model 49063: Set of 200

Tree Cookies



Bark-On Blocks

Set of 36

Allows children to experience different bark textures, colors, and shapes.

Loose Parts: Manipulative BlocksIf play environments are the primary classrooms for young children, then loose parts are

their best textbooks. The most important aspect of your outdoor learning environment, in

our opinion is the provision of safe and appropriate loose parts.

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NEW! KidWerx Wagon

Model 493985 :Short Sides (Pictured)

Also Available: Tall Sides (49398T)Also Available: No Sides (49398)


Motion Play: Trikes, Bikes, and WheelsSpring toys and trikes are a valuable addition to play when grouped in clusters to encourage social play. We

recommend motion play toys be purchased in pairs or triplets.

3-Wheel Scooter

Model Win588

Twin Taxi

Model Win468

Easy Rider

Model Win553

Taxi

Model Win554

Safety Roller

Win557

Police Rider

Model Win562

Also Available: School Bus, Ambulance, and Fire Truck

Tricycle

Model Win584

Safety Scooter

Model Wn591

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CHECK OUT! Check out our spring mounted dramatic play vehicles on pages 26 and 27!

4 Seat See Saw

Model TFR04666XX

Shuttle Rider

Model 90018315XX

Frog Rider

Model 90018202XX

Also Available: Non-Spring (49395)

Surf Rider

Model 90018002XX

Mustang Rider

Model SA-01

Also Available: Yellow Pony (SA-02)Also Available: Zebra Rider (SA-03)

2 Seat Retro Rocker

Model 90018204XX

Whale Rider

Model 90018201XX

Also Available: Non-Spring (49394)

Jet Rider

Model 90018316XX

Fire Truck Rider

Model 90018307XX

Also Available: 2 Seats (90018317XX)

Motion Play: Spring RidersSpring toys and trikes are a valuable addition to play when grouped in clusters to

encourage social play. We recommend motion play toys be purchased in pairs or triplets.

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Musical PlayChildren of all ages enjoy exploring sound and music. These products promote

listening, language, math, and science skills. Many instruments have roots in

other cultures; thus, can assist in multicultural studies.

Akambira

Model 77142-IG: Inground MountModel 77142: Freestanding

2 Octave Pentatonic Scale

Model 77129: Freestanding

Pentatonic Scale

"Baby Grand" Metallophone


Vinyl Cover Available

NEW! Melody Bongo Panel

Model 77110

Posts Sold Separately

Single Post Bongos

Model 77136: LargeModel 77136-16: Small Tot Size

Cajon Bongo Jr.

Model 77140: 16” x 10” x 8”

Cajon Bongo Standard

Model 77153: 19” x 12” x 9”

Palm Cajon Jr.

Model 77146: 10” x 10” x 12”

Also Available: Palm Cajon Standard (77147)

Amadinda

Available as inground mount, surface mount (either steel stand or fiber force stand), and in a toddler size.

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Musical Sound Garden (Featuring Custom Lady Bug Drum)

Sound Wave Imbarimba Rain Wheel

Bongo PanelUpright Piano


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Musical Play

Available as inground mount, surface mount (either steel stand or fiber force stand), and in a toddler size.

Imbarimba I


2 Octave Pentatonic Scale

Kettle Drums

Model 77125: Portable

Lady Bug Drum

Model 77149: 24” FreestandingModel 77150: Basic Model without Design

C Major Scale

Marimba

Model 77141-IG: Inground MountModel 77141: Freestanding

2 Octave C Major Scale

Mini Marimba



Sound Wave


C Major Scale, Synthetic Keys

Mini Sound Wave


C Major Scale, Wooden Keys

Jamaican Steel Drum


NEW! Rhythm

Musical Play

Did you

know?Grounds For Play loves to create Sound Gardens! Ask your design consultant for more information.

Available as portable, inground mount, surface mount (either steel stand or fiber force stand), and in a toddler size.

Palm Drum Standard

Model 77145: 12” x 12” x 9”

Also Available: Palm Drum Jr. (77144)7 x 7 x 12

Palm Lap Drum Standard

Model 77148: 13” x 13” x 4”

Chime Panel

Model 76103

C Major Scale, Posts Sold Separately

Cool Keys


2 Octave C Major ScaleVinyl Cover Available

Double Mini Steel Drum


Vinyl Cover Available

Melodious Butterfly

Model 77143: Post Mounted


NEW! Piper Freestanding Bongo Drums

Model 77107

Glockenspiel

Model 77131-IG: Inground MountModel 77131: FreestandingModel 77131-P: Instrument Only

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Available as inground mount, surface mount, wall mount, and in a toddler size.

Available as portable, inground mount, surface mount, and in a toddler size. Additional drums and replacement caps are also available.


Thunder Drums


Thunder Drums consist of tuned plastic tubes that create a deep, resonating sound when dropped.

Upright Piano Panel

Model 77133: FreestandingModel 77133-IG: Inground MountModel 77133-P: Panel Only

C Major Scale, Posts Sold Separately

Rain Wheel Panel

Model 77108

The Rain Wheel provides a soothing sound of the rain forest. Posts sold separately.

NEW! Griffin NEW! Merry NEW! Duet

NEW! Swirl NEW! Tuned Drums NEW! Pegasus

Musical Play

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NEW! Imbarimba II NEW! Contrabass Chimes NEW! Yantzee

NEW! Pagoda Bells NEW! Weenotes Ensemble Aluminum Key Mallets

Model 77003

Steel Key Mallets

Model 77002

Wooden & Steel Key Mallets

Model 77004

Synthetic Key Mallets

Model 77001


Additional chimes and mallet poles (with mallets) are available.


Available in fiber force surface mount and as a toddler size.

Includes our Piper, Griffin, and Merry instruments.


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Imbarimba II

Imbarimba II Pegasus Swirl

Sand and Water PlaySand and water play provides children with a great tactile experience that fosters

dramatic and construction play, in addition to experimentation with physical properties.

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• 2 Magnetic Funnels

• 2 Magnetic Containers

• 2 Lengths of Clear Tubing

Package One (44129-1)

• 2 Two Gallon Containers

• 2 Magnetic Trays

• 2 Magnetic Chutes

• 4 Lengths of Clear Tubing

Package Two (44129-2)


Aqua Blocks

Model 44122

Standard Water Table

Model 44113: 20” HeightModel 44114: 24” HeightModel 44115: 28” Height

Infant Water Table

Model 44118

Octagon Water Table

Model 44128

Tri-Directional Trough System

Model 44108L: Includes Pump, Trough, and Water Table

Also Available: Trough (44108R)

Water Pump

Model 44101

Water Wall Packages

Model 44129-1

Magnetic Water Wheel

Model 44133

Water Wall

Sand and Water Lion System

Model 60204FT

The Sand and Water Lion System is a combination for sand and water play with movable troughs.

Model 60210

Includes drain. Custom signage available at additional cost.

Sand Box & Sand Box Cover

Available as 6’x6’, 8’x8’, 10’x10’, 12’x12’, Octagon, 8’x10’, 8’x12’, and 10’x12’. Custom sizes are available.

Also Available: Sand Box Cover

Sand Hut with Funnel

Model 60203FT

Elevated Sandbox with Lid

Model 60118: Toddler Height

Magnetic Sand Activity Walls

Model 62208Model 62210: 8’ Length

Includes blocks, troughs, and chutes.

Sand Activity Walls

Ask your design consultant about the 12 different available configurations.

Magnetic Cascade Sand Wall

Model 62215

Cascade Sand Wall

Model 62216

Sand-Water Bowl

Great for hands-on sand activity, our set of Sand Combs (62123) are a great addition to your sand box!

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Science & MathIntroduced children to weather, the solar system, and grid systems

with our unique and educational science and math products.

Solar System Panel

Model 49389

Planets are arranged by children according to their proximity to the sun, diameter, and other key attributes.

Pre-School Weather Station

Model 49026: Basic (inset)Model 49027: Deluxe

School-Aged Weather Station

Model 49024: BasicModel 49025: Deluxe (inset)

Rain Gauge

Model 49030

Sun Dial

Model 49031

Investigate and Discover Table

Model 49072D

Exploration Table

Model 49039

Nature and Science Center

Model 49091

Includes Grow Panel, Tri-View Panel,

Texture Panel, and Butterfly and Leaf Panel

on a Trex® deck.

MathMagic Sandbox

Model 49014-8: 8’x8’Model 49014-10: 10’x10’Model 49014-12: 12’x12’Model 49014-16: 16’x16’

Locate buried materials using a grid formula.

Also Available: Fossil Replicas (49018)

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Bean Bag Toss

Model 96101FT

ADA Accessible

Bean Bag Toss Panel

Model 78109

Game Tables

Model 46108: Tic-Tac-Toe TableModel 46308: Game Table (inset)

Ball Wall

Model 85245: 8’ Ball Wall with ReturnModel 85245: 12’ Ball Wall with Return

Promotes creative games, hand-eye coordination, and healthy competition.

Triple Toss

Model TRT-10

Also Available: Without Post (TRT-03 )

Basketball Goals

Model 99108: Adjustable GoalModel 99107: Stationary Goal (inset)

Portable Soccer Goal

Model 99109: 18½’ x 6½’

Tether Ball

Model 60019301XX

Hopscotch

Model 85243: Hopscotch

Sports and GamesOlder pre-schoolers and school-aged children desire opportunities to engage in

rule-oriented play, which is why we offer a variety of sport and game activities.

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for children not yet read to stand. These innovative corner boxes meet the needs of

your youngest users.

Display Box

Model 13317

Bead Box

Model 13312

Mirror Box

Model 13316

Window Box

Model 13315

Texture Box

Model 13314

Shapes Box

Model 47509

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Step Activity Center

Model 49216

Toddler Step Deck

Model 49211FT

Toddler Tower

Model 13324

Literacy Cube

Model 13322

Mushroom Tunnel

Model 49212FT

Sunshine Mountain

Model 00186

Toddler ActivitiesPre-toddlers and toddlers change so fast. While some appear ready climb, others do

not. Along with our structures, we provide the additional toddler activities you see

below in order to meet a variety of developmental stages.

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Our To-Fro Glider features FRP posts.

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Activity Centers

Adventures in Growing

Pre-School

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Steel Structures

School Age

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• Physically Challenging• Develops Gross Motor Skills• Encourages Social Play• Encourages Dramatic Play

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Infant Structures

Medium Infant ExploratoriumGrid Size: 2x3 Dimensions: 7’ x 10½’ Activity Panels: 6

Large Infant ExploratoriumGrid Size: 3x3 Dimensions: 10½’ x 10½’ Activity Panels: 8

Infant ExploratoriumsInfant Exploratoriums are modular arrangements of play panels and portals to give

mobile infants and pre-toddlers spaces to explore. Exploratoriums encourage movement

and interaction among children. Roofs can be added to one or more “activity” sections.

Available with or without our Trex® decking, which is dependent upon surfacing below.

EasyAdultAccess


GFP-IT-1002Grid Size: 2x2 Dimensions: 7’ x 7’ Activity Panels: 5

GFP-IT-1003Grid Size: 2x3 Dimensions: 7’ x 10½’ Activity Panels: 6

GFP-IT-1004Grid Size: 3x3 Dimensions: 10½’ x 10½’ Activity Panels: 8

GFP-IT-1001Grid Size: 2x2 Dimensions: 7’ x 7’ Activity Panels: 6

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Infants need safe places to crawl without the worry of being interrupted by older children.

For this reason, Grounds For Play has created Infant Gazebos and Activity Centers. Models

can be outfitted with our unique Slide-In-Gate to provide caregivers with the option of

keeping infants inside or allowing them to venture out.

Infant Structures

Model 48102Structure Size: 8’ x 8’ Activities: Bubble Panel, Bead Panel, Shape Spinner Panel, Mirror Panel, and Sound Cylinder Panel

SS99Structure Size: 8’ x 8’ Activities: Bubble Panel, Bead Panel, Shape Spinner Panel, Mirror Panel, and Sound Cylinder Panel


SS02Structure Size: Approx. 7’ 6” x 7’ 6” Use Zone: 20’ 2¾” x 20’ 2”

SS01Structure Size: Approx. 6’ 6” x 6’ 10” Use Zone: 7’ 6” x 7’ 6”

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Our “Adventures in Growing” series is one of the only 6 to 23 month structures in the

industry that meets CPSC guidelines. We trust your pre-toddler will enjoy the healthy

challenges offered by our “Adventures in Growing” structures.

Toddler Structures

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INF2015Structure Size: Approx. 15’ 3” x 10’ 5” Use Zone: 26’ 9” x 15’ 10”

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SS0oRecommended Ages: 2–5 Activities: 4 Events Deck Height: 4’ Structure Size: 13’ x 14’ Use Zone: 25’ x 26’

SS03Recommended Ages: 2–5 Activities: 4 Events Deck Height: 3’ Structure Size: 15’ x 8’ Use Zone: 27’ x 20’

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Slides

Climbers

Overhead Ladders

Brides & Tubes

Panels

Roofs

Swings

Complete Your SpaceSigns

Storage

Site Amenities

Indoor Playgrounds

Shelters

Shade

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Deck Heights: 72”–78”

Wide Chute Slide


Dual Chute Slide

Available in 3’, 4’, or 5’

3’ Deck Heights: 28”–36”4’ Deck Heights: 38”–52”5’ Deck Heights: 58”–64”

90˚ Slide

Available in 3’ or 4’

3’ Deck Heights: 28”–36”4’ Deck Heights: 38”–52”

Wave Slide

Available in 4’, 5’, or 6’4’ Deck Heights: 38”–52”5’ Deck Heights: 58”–64”

Sectional Slide

Available in 3, 4’, 5’, 6’ or 7’Deck Heights: 24”–86”

Spiral Slide


Alpine Thunder Slide Curved Tube Slide


Tube Slide


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encourages children to climb. The variety of slides we offer give children of

all ages appropriate sliding options.


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Spiral Slide

Wave Slide Dual Chute Slide Dual Chute Slide


Chain Wall

Lateral Rock Wall

Stairs

Rock Wall

Rock Wall

Shape Climber S-Loop Climber

Over Under Climber Perceptual Motor WallPentagon Climber

Totem Climber Sliding Pole

Steps Zipper ClimberTire ClimberNet Climber

ClimbersKeep children engaged longer by adding various climbers to your play structure. Our

unique climbers go above and beyond to engage various targeted muscle groups.

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Bi-Pedal Climber Ring Climber

Chain Wall Education Climber Half Pipe Climber

Bi-Lateral Totem Climber

Chain Link Climber

Ladder Ladder Panel Climber Oblique Tire ClimberOblique Climber

Rubber Mushrooms

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Model MS-02: 11½”Model MS-03: 15½”Model MS-04: 19½”

Climbers


Bedrock Climber Parallel Bars Dual Mountain Climber

Ladder Wall A-Frame Climber Lateral Rock Wall

Corner Climber

Pipe Climb with Bell

Bubble Climbers Chain Link Climbers Bannister Slide

Model 85127

Model 85107

Model 85121FFModel 85213FT Model 85134: School AgedModel 85133: Pre-School Aged

Freestanding Wall

Model TFR08456XX: 3 Section WallModel TFR08828: 6 Section Circle

Model TFR09121XX: 4 Section WallModel TFR13808XX: Half Bubble WallModel TFR09122XX: 8 Section Circle

Model 90000001XX2 and 3 panel models available.

Bi-Level Chin Bars

Model 85123FF

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Zig-Zag Overhead Ladder 90° D-Loop Zig-Zag Overhead Ladder



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Dual Overhead Rails

8’ or 10’ Dual Overhead Rails

Ladder Rail Combo

8’ Ladder Rail Combo

Overhead Ladder

8’ or 10’ Overhead Ladder

Track Glide

10’ Track Glide

Trapeze Rings

8’ or 10’ Trapeze Rings

Offset D-Loop

8’ Offset D-Loop

Zig-Zag Overhead Ladder D-Loop

8’ 90° D-Loop

Dual Balance Chains

8’ Dual Balance Chains

Overhead LaddersChoose from a wide variety of overhead elements, which can be installed

as freestanding structures designed into complex superstructures.

8’ or 10’ D-Loop Ladder

Turn Bar

90° Overhead Ladder

8’ or 10’ 90° Overhead Ladder



Chatter Ladder

8’ Chatter Ladder

Curved Overhead Ladder

8’ or 10’ Curved Overhead Ladder

D-Loop Ladder

Turn Bar

8’ or 10’ Curved Overhead Rails

Curved Overhead Rails

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Flat Bridge

Available in 6’, 8’, 10’ or 12’ Lengths

Arch Bridge

Available in 6’, 8’, or 10’ Lengths

Wave Bridge


Chatter Bridge

Available in 5’ and 7’ Lengths

Fixed Lily Pad Bridge Suspended Lily Pad Bridge

30˚ Crawl Tube 6’ Zig-Zag Crawl Tube Crawl Tube


Bridges & TubesConnectors between decks provide new play experiences and create needed space

between decks and the climbers on them.

Most of our standard bridges and ramps allow us to connect decks of differing heights.

Wavy Crawl Tube

Available in 8’ Length


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Bubble Panel Bus Panel Castle PanelBell Striker Panel

Chalkboard Panel Circle Entry Panel Color Spinner PanelClear View Panel

Airplane Panel

Model 49376

Model 49375

PanelsNot only do panels add interesting elements to your play structure,

they promote learning outside the four walls of the classroom.

Dino Panel Discrimination Panel Finger Maze PanelConcentration Panel

Model 12139 Model 13307 Clear or colored panels available. 6 or 9 spinners available.

Model 12178 Model 78107: 6 SpinnersModel 78106: 9 Spinners

Model 71211

Model 74302 Model 12114

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Half Drive Shift Panel Half Maze Panel Half Push PanelHalf Gear Panel

Honey Bee Panel House Panel NEW! Leaf PanelJump Panel

Gas Pump Panel

Model 49340 Model 49388: School Age Model

Model 12174

Model 12171: School Age ModelModel 12170: Preschool Model

Peek-A-Boo Panel Phone Panel Post Office PanelMirror Panel


Model 49378

Features stainless steel. Model 78105Paddles open and close.

Model 49341

Crossword Panel

Model 49391: Preschool Model


Model 11139

Customizable to your region.

Model 12173

Model 12153

Shape Spinner Panel Sign Language Panel

Sound Cylinder Panel Square Entry Panel State PanelSign Language Panel

Storefront Panel Texture Panel Magnetic Activity PanelTic-Tac-Toe Panel

Puppet Panel

Panels

Window PanelTriangle Entry Panel

Model 11160Ground level only.

Features four different textures. Model 78101 Ball activity panel for toddlers.


Model 49382

Clock Panel


Model 12201: Toddler Model

Model 13310

Custom Designs

Custom Designs!

YOUR DESIGN HERE!

Firehouse Panel

Custom Designs

Model 49377

Custom wording available.

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•INTEGRATED SHADE•

Available in 10’x10’, 12’x12’, and 14’x14’

Hex Roof Standing Seam A-Frame Roof

Octagon Roof NEW! Arch RoofWavy A-Frame Roof

Integrated Shade

Pyramid Roof

RoofsOur roof options include our signature standing seam roofs in various sizes. Made

from double-walled, rotationally molded plastic, our roofs protect your investment.

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Styles: Two Bays or Three Bays

Arched Swings

Single Post SwingsTraditional Swings

Steps to Designing Your Swing Set

Styles: Standard Swing, Tot Swing, or Tire SwingAvailable as single, double, or triple bay.

FRP Swings

SwingsA childhood favorite, swings encourage language and peer teaching experiences. Swing seats should be

matched to age group and sets should be placed to the rear or edge of the play area for maximum safety.

These swings feature FRP posts and a 3½” OD steel beam.

Styles: Standard Swing, Tire Swing, and Frame Options (3½” or 5”) Available as single, double, triple, and quadruple bay.

Our Arched Swings feature 3½” or 5” (for ultimate strength)

swing frames constructed of high-quality steel tubing.

Our Traditional Swings feature 2⅜” galvanized pipe frames and

aluminum castings at the frame’s junctions.

Styles: Standard Swing and Shaded SwingAvailable as single, double, triple, and quadruple bay.

A great space saving swing, our Single Post Swings feature 5”

frames and are powder coated to match your playground.

swings

Choose between a bucket or belt seat style.

Select swing frame style from options below.

Select either one, two, three, or four bays.

Select colors of seats and frames.

Shaded SwingsOur Shaded Swings are a popular and unique solution for pro-

viding shaded areas for your children while on the playground.

Children can now enjoy the activity of swinging with protection

from the sun.

Styles: Standard SwingAvailable as single, double, triple, and quadruple bay.

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Single Post Swing Set

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Wheelchair Platform Swing

Model: 51219

Full Bucket Seat

Adaptive Swing Seats Flex-Coat Swing ChainsBelt Seat

Roto Molded Tire

Model: 51113FT

Porch Swing

Swings and Accessories

Model SH-35 (Top Left): 2⅜” Top BarModel SH-36 (Top Right): 3½” Top BarModel SH-37 (Bottom Left): 4½” Top BarModel SH-38 (Bottom Right): 5” Top Bar

Stamped Steel Swing Hangers

Model 51228

Stainless Steel Clevises

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Trike Parking Street Sign Stop SignNo Trike Parking

Yield Nature Center Play Safe

SignsGrounds For Play’s signs serve multiple purposes — from supporting trike play

and encouraging safe play to literacy support. Custom designs available!

Model TFR09022XX Model 98104: Ages 2–5Available for all age groups.

Model 49041Also available in wood.

Model 49335

Directional Arrow



Model 49367

NEW! Wooden Signs

Railroad Crossing

Model TFR12150XX

Custom Designs

Carpool Sign

Model TFR08297XX

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StorageStorage is one of the most overlooked features of play

environments and one of the most important.

Model 49476: 48” x 24” x 60”Model 49475: 72” x 24” x 60” (Above)Model 49478: 72” x 30” x 60” (Inset)

Bi-Level Curriculum Cabinet

Model 42601-3: 20” and 40”Model 42603-3: 24” and 40”Model 42605-3: 28” and 40”

Curriculum Cabinet

Model 42601: 20”Model 42603: 24”Model 42605: 28”

Trex® Storage Bench


Includes pneumatic closer.

Trike Corral

Model 49447

Slide-in gates optional.

Trike Storage Building

Model 49450: 8’ x 4’ x 4’

Administration Cabinet

Model 42608

Available with additional shelves and doors for additional charge.

Trex® Storage Cabinet Portable Art Cabinet

Model 42200: 20”Model 42201: 24”Model 42202: 28”

Polytone Storage Building

Model 49404: 7’ x 9’

Available in multiple sizes. Accessories available for additional charge. Does not include flooring and will never need painting.

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Trex Picnic Table

Model 46201: 4’ Preschool TableModel 46202: 6’ Preschool Table 6’ x 24”Model 46203: 4’ School Aged & Adult TableModel 46204: 6’ School Aged & Adult Table

Accessible Picnic Table

Model 46206Model 46507: Features 2 Pedestal Seats

Fun Table

Model 900000006XX

Nesting Table with Chairs

Model 46111

Available in 20”, 24”, and 28” heights.

Media Table

Model 42105: 24” HighModel 42104: 28” High

“Lazy Susan” included.

Game Tables

Model 46108: Tic-Tac-Toe TableModel 46308: Game Table (inset)

Storage and Activity Table Trex® Bench without Back

Model 45101FT: 4’Model 45104FT: 6’

Trex® Bench with Back


Site AmenitiesCompleting your play environment is easy with our variety of site amenities. From

benches to tables and trash receptacles, we can help make your play area functional.

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Model B6WBUL

Available with or without back in portable, surface mount, and inground styles.

Octagon Bench

Model 45113: 4’Model 45114: 5’

Designed to fit around established trees.

Trex® Bench without Back


NEW! Buddy Bench

Buddy Benches help to ensure all children are included by helping to eliminate loneli-ness and foster friendships.

Perforated Bench

Model B6WEBPERF


Regal Bench

Model B6RC


UltraLeisure Bench Portable Perforated Table

Model T6PERFHDCP

Available in rectangular, octagon, square, and octagon. Available in standard or ADA accessible design.

Portable Regal Table

Model T46RC

Available in rectangular, octagon, square, octagon, and round. Available in standard or ADA accessible design.

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Model TS46RACS-ELEM

Portable UltraLeisure Table

Model T46UL

Available in rectangular, octagon, and square. Available in standard or ADA accessible design.

Pedestal Perforated Table

Model T6PERFPED

Available in rectangular and square. Available in standard or ADA accessible design.

Pedestal Regal Table

Model T46RACSPED

Available in rectangular, square, and round. Available in standard or ADA accessible design.

Polytone Trash Receptacle

Model 46306

Standard Trash Receptacle

Model TR32

Perforated Trash Receptacle

Model TR32PERF

NEW! Children’s Sized Steel Site Amenities

Model B6WBRCP-ELEM Model TR22 with Flat Top Lid

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Model 6518-0

Structure Two

Model 6836-1

Structure Three

Model 6885-0

Structure Four

Model 7713-0

Structure Five

Model 7790-3

Structure Six

Model 8043-3

NEW! Castle NEW! Play Fort

Indoor PlaygroundsIn addition to our outdoor playground line, we offer equipment for indoor use as well.

While the ceiling may be your limit for these permenant structures, the sky is the limit

when it comes to your creativity!

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know? Grounds For Play can create a custom design for you. Let your imagination soar!

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Create your own custom themed shelter!

Square

Standard Sizes: 12’, 16’, 20’, 24’, 26’, 32’, 40’

Hexagon

Standard Sizes: 12’, 16’, 20’, 24’, 26’, 32’, 40’

Octagon

Standard Sizes: 12’, 16’, 20’, 24’, 28’, 32’, 40’

Hip End

Standard Sizes: 12’, 16’, 20’, 24’, 30’, 40’

Gable End

Standard Sizes: 12’, 16’, 20’, 24’, 30’, 40’

Mini Shelters

Standard Sizes: 8’, 10’, 12’

Themed Shelters Gazebos

Standard Sizes: 16’, 20’, 24’, 28’ 32’, 40’, 50’

Pergolas

SheltersGrounds For Play offers architectural elegance for your playground environment.

Provide shelter from the rain or sun with one of our beautiful steel shelters.

Many pergola styles are available.

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Modular shades are incorporated directly into your play structure.

Single Post Octagon Umbrella

Popular Diameters: 10’, 14’, 18’, and 22’

Perfect for sandboxes and picnic areas.

Square Hip End

Popular Dimensions: 12’ x 12’ and 28’ x 28’

Perfect for sound gardens and covering play equipment.

Rectangular Hip


Perfect for sound gardens and covering play equipment.

Super Dome

Perfect for large play environments.

Square Sail


Perfect for covering playgrounds and those seeking a fun, unique look.

Triangle Sail

Great for oddly shaped spaces. All triangle sail shades are made custom to fit your space.

Modular Square Skyspan Horizon Umbrella

Available in square, rectangle, and hexagon.

Our Skyspan umbrellas are perfect for those in need of custom printed shade solutions. Wind rated to 75 mph.

Swing Shade

Available in one, two, three, and four bays.

ShadeShade coverings are an important piece of any play environment. Not only do they

protect children from harmful UV rays, they control the temperature of your play

equipment and protect your investment. All of our shade structures are wind rated.

Did you

know? Grounds For Play offers over 35 different shade solutions and the has the capability to create custom designed shades.

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Rectangular Hip

Square Hip Single Post Octagon Umbrella

Square Sail

Swing Shade

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SurfacingThe surface around playground equipment is a critical aspect of play environment design, directly affecting safety,

accessibility, cost, and usability. Since safety is our first concern, we recommend only those surface materials that

have proven track records — not just at the time of installation but over several years and in varying conditions.

The rubber surfacing products we offer do not contain containments that are harmful to children.

Poured In Place (PIP)

Engineered Wood Fiber

Rubber Tiles

GFPFact

All of our manufactured surfaces are tested to meet ASTM F1292 standards for resilience and many of the surfaces we offer meet ADA requirements, allowing wheelchair users to roam freely on them.

• Low Maintenance

• Best Wheelchair Access

• Available in Various Thicknesses

• Available in 2’ x 2’ Squares

• Most Economical (Initially)

• ADA Compliant

• Locally Sourced (Actual Content Will Vary)

• Superior Drainage Bases Recommended to Protect Your Investment

• Low Maintenance

• Best Wheelchair Access

• Ability to Add Graphics

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• Non-Infill Turf Product

• Highly Durable Artificial Grass Requiring Zero Infill

• Meets ASTM F1292 for Critical Fall Heights up to 6’

• Meets ASTM F1951 for Wheelchair Accessibility

Artificial GrassGrounds For Play offers two innovations in playground

turf surfacing: KinderPlay™ and Cool Grass™.

Non-Infill Turf: Cool GrassTM

Non-Infill Turf: KinderPlayTM

• Premium Non-Infill Turf Product

• Great for Critical Fall Heights up to 9.5’

• Produced with Highly Durable Nylon Yarn and

Tufting System that Requires Zero Infill

• Meets ASTM F1292 for Critical Fall Heights up to 9.5’

• Meets ASTM F1951 for Wheelchair Accessibility

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Trex® cap is included.

Standard Timber Border Reversible Stone Border Plastic Border

ADA Access Ramp

Available in any rotationally molded colors.

Exposed Kick Mat

Model 51216: 40” x 40”

Swing Mat Slide Mat

Available in tan or black.Reversible stone border features the two stacked rock looks shown here.

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Fiberglass Reinforced Polymer (FRP)

The 4” x 4” Fiberglass Reinforced Polymer posts found on

our play equipment are extruded from a composite resin

material and have a wall thickness of .22”, the thickest in the

playground industry! Corners are rounded for safety and our

composite roof and deck brackets contribute to the overall

low-maintenance and rust-free nature of our equipment.

Trex®

Trex® consists of recycled post-consumer plastic and recycled

post-production or recovered wood fibers, providing an

inviting natural wood look without the maintenance. Decks,

ramps, and bridges are manufactured using Trex®, which

provides a child-friendly, low-maintenance, slip-resistant

surface even when wet. Available in a variety of colors, Trex®

won’t crack or peel like PVC-coated decks, which are typical

of most playground equipment.

Polytone

Polytone panels are machine-cut from extruded, stress-

relieved, high-density polyethylene (HDPE) plastic in 1/2” or

3/4” thickness, depending on the application. The molded-in

color and durable plastic provide low-maintenance and cost-

effective components.

Rotationally Molded Plastic

Rotationally molded one-piece slides and roofs are durable,

colorful, and low-maintenance features of all our play

systems. The linear low-density polyethylene components

are manufactured with a minimum 3/16” wall thickness.

Metal

Our rails, posts, handrails, ladders and other metal

components are manufactured using RS20 Flocoat Steel

Tubing. Welds are de-burred before a high-quality, dry

polyester powder-coated finish is applied.

Hardware

Our hardware has been selected for quality and durability.

Stainless steel hardware is used in over 90% of all

applications, except in specific applications such as drilling

through hardened steel where a Tek Bi-Metal Steel Shaft

Screw is used with a stainless steel head.

Full product specifications available upon request.

Fiberglass Reinforced Polymer

Trex®

Polytone

Rotationally Molded Plastic

Metal

Sandwich Polytone

Materials and Colors

What is my playground made of?

White

NEW! Sandstone*

NEW! Gray*

Black*

Green*NEW! Mariner Blue*

White

Brown*

NEW! Sage*

NEW! Spring Green

NEW! Mystic Blue*

NEW! Terracotta*NEW! Sky Blue

Purple Teal

Fuchsia

Red

NEW! Butterscotch

Orange

Red Green Sage Blue

Tan Almond Yellow Brown

*Standard cap colors are: Almond, Blue, and Green.

Sandwich Polytone Colors

Powder Coat Colors

Trex® Colors

Fiberglass Reinforced Polymer (FRP) Colors Rotationally Molded Colors

NEW! Light Yellow

Tan Yellow Orange Red Burgundy

Purple Green Teal Blue Terracotta

Polytone Sheet Colors

Wilderness BrownMadeira

Yellow Burgundy*

Blue

Yellow Sun Blaze True Blue Sky Blue Navy Blue Turquoise

ForestGreen

River Gum Green Beige Cream Silver Black

Shade Colors

Tan*

Yellow

Orange

Red

NEW! Fuchsia

Purple

Burgundy

NEW! Cobalt Blue

Blue

NEW! Sky Blue

NEW! Teal Green

Teal

NEW! Spring Green

Green

NEW! Dark Green

NEW! Brown

NEW! Terracotta

Tan

Gray

White

All colors marked with asterisk (*) have a semi-gloss finish.

Black/White/Black, White/Black/White (½”)

Blue/White/Blue (½” and ¾”)

Red/White/Red (½” and ¾”)

NEW! Tan/White/Tan (¾”)

NEW! Yellow/White/Yellow (¾”)

NEW! Orange/White/Orange (¾”)

Red/White/Red, White/Red/White (¾”)

NEW! Burgundy/White/Burgundy (¾”)

NEW! Purple/White/Purple (¾”)

NEW! Green/White/Green (¾”)

NEW! Teal/White/Teal (¾”)

Yellow/Black/Yellow (½”)

Yellow/Red/Yellow, Red/Yellow/Red (½” and ¾”)

Yellow/Blue/Yellow (¾”), Blue/Yellow/Blue (½” and ¾”)

Red/Blue/Red, Blue/Red/Blue (½” and ¾”)

Green/Tan/Green, Tan/Green/Tan (½” and ¾”)

Red/Tan/Red (½”)

All colors are representations only. Please ask your design consultant for color samples before ordering.

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Carnival NEW! Fortress Fiesta

Mardi Gras Mountain Majesty NEW! Wilderness

Patriot NEW! Plum Sierra

Posts: Red

Trex®: Saddle

Plastics: Red & Blue

Metals: Blue

Panels: Yellow

Sandwich Polytone: Red/Yellow/Red

Posts: Almond

Trex®: Madeira

Plastics: Cobalt Blue

Metals: Tan

Panels: Orange

Sandwich Polytone: Orange/White/Orange

Posts: Blue

Trex®: Madeira

Plastics: Red & Yellow

Metals: Yellow

Panels: Red

Sandwich Polytone: Yellow/Red/Yellow

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Posts: Green

Trex®: Saddle

Plastics: Tan & Burgundy

Metals: Tan

Panels: Burgundy

Sandwich Polytone: Green/Tan/Green

Posts: Green

Trex®: Saddle

Plastics: Purple & Tan

Metals: Tan

Panels: Purple

Sandwich Polytone: Tan/Green/Tan

Posts: Brown

Trex®: Wilderness

Plastics: Teal Green

Metals: White

Panels: Tan

Sandwich Polytone: Tan/White/Tan

Posts: Almond

Trex®: Saddle

Plastics: Blue

Metals: Red

Panels: Red

Sandwich Polytone: Blue/Red/Blue

Posts: Tan

Trex®: Madeira

Plastics: Tan & Purple

Metals: Butterscotch

Panels: Purple

Sandwich Polytone: Purple/White/Purple

Posts: Tan

Trex®: Madeira

Plastics: Green & Tan

Metals: Green

Panels: Terracotta

Sandwich Polytone: Green/Tan/Green

Grounds For Play, Inc. warrants its equipment to be free from defects in mate-

rials and workmanship under use and service for the periods below:

Limited Lifetime Warranty*• Fiberglass Reinforced Polymer (FRP) posts

• Steel posts

• Stainless steel hardware

• Aluminum fittings and post caps

15–Year Warranty• Trex Decking

• Punched Decks

• HDPE Plastic Sheets

• Steel pipes, rungs, loops and rails

10–Year Warranty• Extruded plastic components

• Rotationally molded slides and roofs

• Shade fabric

5–Year Warranty• SRP Steel Site Amenities

1–Year Warranty• All other parts manufactured by Grounds For Play not mentioned

in this warranty statement

Nature Products WarrantyOur natural products come with a 1-year warranty against manufacturer

defects only. Nature materials and products are subject to weathering, crack-

ing, checking, splintering and insects which are not covered underneath the

warranty. Due to the sourcing of natural product, GFP cannot guarantee sizes

or shapes to be uniform.

All warranty periods begin on the date of the invoice. This warranty does

not cover defects which are cosmetic (scratches, dents, marring, fading,

discoloring) or rust and does not cover paint, normal wear and tear, damage

due to vandalism or natural disaster. or lack of maintenance. Replacement of

any item under warranty does not include freight or installation. This warranty

exists in lieu of all other warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular

purpose.

*For the purpose of this warranty, lifetime encompasses no specific term of

years, but rather that seller warrants to its original customer for as long as the

original customer owns the product and uses the product for its intended pur-

pose that the product and all parts will be free from defects in materials and

manufacturing workmanship. This warranty does not cover damage caused

by vandalism, misuse or abuse, altered or modified parts, or cosmetic damage

such as scratches, dents, or fading or weathering and normal wear and tear.

This warranty is valid only if the structures are installed in conformity with

instructions provided by Playland using approved Playland parts. Playland

International, Inc. will deliver the repaired or replacement part or parts to the

site free of charge, but will not be responsible for labor or the labor costs of

replacement. Warranty claims must filed within the applicable warranty period

and accompanied by a sales order or invoice number.

Grounds For Play Return PolicyThere is a 35% restocking fee for any item returned, for any reason, other than

damage in transit. Return shipping is the responsibility of the client.

Grounds For Play Shipping Policy for Equipment-Only Orders

(Non Grounds For Play installed product)

• The customer MUST arrange for unloading. Shipping and handling

includes delivery to the customer’s address, BUT DOES NOT include

unloading. The customer should be aware that the order may arrive on

a pallet and may require a forklift to unload, depending on the size and

contents of the order.

• The shipment should be checked upon delivery for damages, and

damages should be noted on the bill of lading BEFORE the driver leaves.

Photograph damaged goods or packages immediately. Grounds For Play

is not liable for any damage to equipment that is not properly noted

on the bill of lading. There will be no replacement or reimbursement for

items damaged in transit unless noted on the bill of lading.

• Grounds For Play ships on common carrier, governed by ICC regulations.

GFP will make every attempt to use reputable carriers, but cannot be

held responsible for mistakes, errors or omissions of or by the carrier.

For your protection and the safety of children, insist that your playground equipment provider certify that your equipment as installed conforms to the guidelines of the most recent United States Consumer Product Safety Commission’s Public Playground Safety Handbook.

Grounds For Play, Inc. is a member of IPEMA™ (International Play Equipment

Manufacturers Association™). In addition to meeting or exceeding the

standards of ASTM and the recommendations of CPSC, Grounds For Play

has developed its own internal standards that are more stringent than either

ASTM or CPSC in many areas of playground safety.

How to Buy

BuyboardBuyBoard is an online purchasing cooperative that gives its customers access

to thousands of items that have gone through a competitive procurement

process. Members include school districts, cities, counties, universities, other

governmental agencies, and non-profit organizations.

HGACGrounds For Play has been fully evaluated and approved as a supplier to

HGAC Buy, which is a government operated purchasing cooperative that any

state and local government can use.

Marlin LeasingMarlin provides commercial equipment financing. They focus on small and

mid-size businesses. Their customers include equipment dealers, manufactur-

ers, distributors and small business establishments.

TCPNThe Cooperative Purchasing Network simplified the cooperative purchasing

process as simple as possible. Grounds For Play has an agreement with TCPN.

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Head Start Child Development and Early Learning Framework

Grounds For Play supports the mental, social, and emotional development of children by providing age and

developmentally appropriate play equipment. Head Start’s ten essential areas of learning and development

are reinforced in the outdoor play environment by Grounds For Play equipment and products. Below, learn

which Grounds For Play products can help you achieve your educational goals.

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Notes

Is there an 8” to 10” deep resilient ground cover (sand, wood

fiber, turf, or poured rubber) under all play equipment such as

swings, slides and climbing equipment? Is the resilient surface

compacted or out of place?

Do foreign objects or obstructions exist in the fall zones

under and around the fixed equipment?

Do obstructions interfere with normal play activity?

Do climbing areas allow children to fall more than their

reaching height when standing erect?

Do concrete supports stick above ground? Are they secure?

Are there sharp edges, broken parts, pinching actions or loose

bolts?

Are there openings that could trap a child’s hand?

Are there frayed cables, worn ropes, open hooks or chains that

could pinch?

Are portable toys such as tricycles and wagons in good repair?

Are there protrusions that can catch clothing?

Are there crush points or shearing actions such as hinges or

seesaws and undercarriages of revolving equipment?

Are swing seats excessively heavy? Do they have protruding

parts such as animal noses or legs?

Is the fence at least 4’ high and in good repair? Can gates

be secured?

Are there electrical hazards on the playground such as

accessible air conditioners, switch boxes, or power lines?

Are collections of contaminated water on the playground?

Are toxic materials on the playground?

Do grass, trees, and shrubs need care?

Do children wear inappropriate clothing such as capes on

climbing equipment and moving equipment?

Does the adult-to-child supervision ratio equal ratios required

for indoor activity?

Playground INSPECTION CHECKLIST

Checklist developed by Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning.

1050 Columbia DriveCarrollton, Georgia 30117

1.800.552.PLAY (7529)[email protected]

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