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06.08.2024 - 09:45 / growingfamily.co.uk / Catherine
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Creating a fun and safe garden for your kids is a rewarding project that will provide many hours of play. A child-friendly garden can be designed to encourage outdoor activity, imaginative play and bonding time for the whole family – and it can look really good too.
This article has lots of useful tips for turning your garden into a kid-friendly paradise, including essential safety considerations, fun features to install, and creative ideas to inspire you.
Safety is paramount when designing a garden that children will be using. Here are some key factors to keep in mind:
Play surfaces: Make sure falls can be cushioned with soft, impact-absorbing surfaces such as grass, rubber matting or mulch. Avoid concrete in play areas. Click Here to access professional gardening advice and services.
Fencing & boundaries: Install a safe fence around the perimeter of your garden to stop children from escaping. Childproof locks on gates and sheds will also prevent young children from accessing unsafe outdoor areas.
Shade and sun protection: Incorporate shaded areas to shield children from UV rays. Parasols, pergolas and trees can all be used to create shade. Don’t locate play structures in an area that receives lots of direct sun; as well as exposing children to UV rays this can also cause dangerous hot surfaces.
Toxic plants: Many popular garden plants are toxic to humans. Check that your current plants are safe and replace any that are dangerous. It’s also a good idea to teach children never to eat any part of a plant they find, and explain that some plants can also cause skin irritation.
Outdoor playhouses, swing sets and slides: A play structure such as a swing set or climbing frame will get lots of use in a family
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Ready to have a hoot? Whether you’re an owl enthusiast or just someone who loves a good laugh, you’re in for a treat with this bumper list of owl puns and owl jokes.
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Creating the perfect area for outdoor entertainment in your home is an exciting project that can significantly enhance your lifestyle and increase your property’s value.
Get ready to spook up some fun with a collection of ghost puns that’ll have you howling with laughter! These ghoulishly good giggles are perfect for bringing a touch of the supernatural to your day.
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