Proper signage is essential to our playgrounds to make sure everyone is aware of rules to keep people safe. This means that proper instillation of your signs is equally as important to ensure longevity, as well as maintaining visibility and clarity. Beyond simply displaying the rules, signs act as reminders for children and caregivers alike, fostering a culture of safety and respect within the play areas.

Installing your signs with bolts ranging from .5″ to 1″ is recommended for optimal security and longevity. This ensures enough room for when the edges begin to rust over time, allowing for a natural expansion without compromising the integrity of the sign. Using the appropriate bolt size not only stabilizes the sign against environmental factors but also provides flexibility, ensuring that the mounting remains tight and secure even as the materials undergo wear and tear.

Here are some examples of improperly installed signs.

If you plan to use your yard outside of regular school hours, it’s important to update the community about the public access times. For examples of signage, please see here.

If your signs or schoolyards ever need a clean-up from graffiti, we found that this spray is helpful!