Blogs
Follow us on our constant journey of playtime enrichment! Here, we’ll keep you up-to-date on the latest Metro Recreation developments and insights, as well as important industry shifts that could shape the future of play!


5 of the Safest Playground Surfacing Materials for Schools & Parks
June 17, 2025
Most people would tell you that the most important thing about a playground is how fun it is, but we follow a different philosophy. In our eyes, nothing is more important than safety. If you don’t have reliable safety features,...
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How Proper Winter Care Contributes to Playground Safety
January 28, 2025
It’s finally happened. The cold has hit us, and it truly feels like winter. At the time of writing, snow is covering the ground and there are patches of ice dotting roads and sidewalks. You probably have at least three...
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The Benefits of Shade Structures on Your Playground Installation
December 3, 2024
There’s something about running, jumping, and climbing that has always appealed to humans, and that instinct is doubly true for children. It’s no wonder, then, that one of the most timeless activities for a child is going to the playground....
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5 Ways Inclusive Playgrounds Benefit Communities
November 5, 2024
When we’re all included, we all win! That’s the philosophy behind our commitment to building inclusive playgrounds. But what exactly makes a playground inclusive? From an equipment standpoint, it means a playground has something to offer to every child who...
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How to Choose the Right Playground Surfacing
October 15, 2024
Many parents have been there: They take their kid to the playground and watch in horror as they lose their grip and fall. If you ever find yourself in this situation, you want the ground to break their fall....
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Everything You Need to Know About Sensory Playground Equipment
April 30, 2024
When every kid gets to play, we all win! That’s the driving motivation behind our commitment to sensory playground equipment. If someone were to ask you to visualize a playground, you’d probably think of swings, slides, and monkey bars, but...
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