Base construction is vital to any synthetic surface installation and
NovaPlay surfaces can be laid on a variety of base specifications
to suit local site conditions.
In all cases the base should be prepared to ensure all existing surfaces
adjacent to the safety surface are at the same height to prevent trip
points.
As NovaPlay surfaces
are porous, it is important that the base is free draining or laid
to permit surface water to run off.
No fines
porous concrete base - ideal for areas requiring depths of surfacing
below 45mm
An adequate sub-surface
draining system may be required in some cases which can be evaluated
by an on-site inspection and the foundation materials should be placed
on an approved formation or sub-grade.
NovaPlay surface to specified
depth
Existing subsoil
Pre-cast concrete kerb
Concrete haunching
Graded stone foundation
Macadam
No fines concrete
Macadam base
- ideal for areas requiring depths of surfacing below 45mm
Repairs
Stone base
- ideal for areas which are currently grass or soil minimum rubber
thickness is 45mm
NovaPlay surfaces
are resistant to vandalism but should damage occur, small areas can
be easily repaired by local ground staff using a NovaPlay repair
kit. In the unlikely event of a large area repair being required,
our staff will be pleased to advise.
Maintenance and After
Care
Ramped edges
- for existing tarmac or concrete surfaces
Sweep off loose leaves,
dirt and litter.
Periodic cleaning by power washing or by the application of a washing
detergent and copious amounts of water with a stiff brush should be
all that is necessary to remove pollution and surface debris.
In damp and shaded areas the surfacing may attract moss. Any pathway
moss killer can be used but care must be taken in its application
because of a possible hazard to children.
