PlaygroundTiles UK

Playground Safety Surfacing in the UK

PlaygroundTiles UK is a British supplier specialising in rubber play surfaces, rubber grass mats and ground reinforcement systems. The company presents itself as the go-to supplier for schools, nurseries, councils and sports clubs across the UK, and states it has supplied over 1,000 schools and councils, with more than 50,000 tiles installed nationwide. It operates under the legal name Express Matting Services Ltd.

Product Range

The range is organised into three main lines:

• Playground Flooring: interlocking rubber tiles for permanent play surfaces, available in various thicknesses (20 mm, 25 mm and 30 mm) and colours such as black, green, red and grey. They are sold in 500 mm × 500 mm formats and with different critical fall height (CFH) values.
• Rubber Grass Mats: durable rubber mats for grass and outdoor areas, with one product available.
• Ground Reinforcement Mesh: mesh grids for vehicle access and ground stabilisation, with one product available.

The shop shows prices and discounts on some items, such as the 30 mm tiles (from £19.99 vs £33.74) or the 25/30 mm tiles (from £15.99 vs £24.99), VAT included.

Certifications and Safety

The products hold EN1177 and EN1176 certification, with UKAS test certificates that, according to the company, are accepted by Ofsted and councils. It also states they have undergone independent TÜV testing. The company declares ISO compliance and CHAS approval. The tiles are made from recycled rubber and are presented as UV and frost resistant, designed for year-round outdoor use in the UK.

Trade Accounts and Customer Service

PlaygroundTiles UK offers trade and contractor accounts with factory-direct pricing, volume discounts, priority dispatch and dedicated support. They are aimed at schools, councils, landscapers and playground installers. The company offers free delivery on all UK orders, with same-day tracked dispatch for orders placed before 14:00, and a no-hassle returns policy. Technical support is provided by phone and email, with a stated two-hour response time.

Corporate Details

PlaygroundTiles UK is a trading name of Express Matting Services Ltd, company number 07000887 and VAT number GB987256073, registered in England and Wales. Its headquarters are at Unit 1B, The Summit, Manchester Road, Burnley, BB11 5HG.

Location and Contact

Unit 1B, The Summit, Manchester Road, Burnley, BB11 5HG · Phone: 01744 520110 · Email: sales@playgroundtiles.uk · Hours: Monday to Friday: 08:30 - 17:00 (GMT)