Safety fencing options at a glance
So you have built your sports ground, picked the floor surfacing, and put up the nets; what do you need now? Your playground is complete, the jungle gym is ready; what is missing? Have you surrounded it with security fencing? When it comes to security fencing for a playground or a sports pitch, MUGA rebound fencing is your best choice.
Why use rebound fencing?
There are two reasons why MUGA fencing is the best choice. It is built to withstand a lot of use. It is sturdy and can be built to fit any size or shape you need.
The rebound properties of this fencing are specifically designed to absorb the shock of balls bouncing off it and returning to play with as little interruption to the game as possible. It is built to withstand high impact and is perfect for basketball courts, football pitches, and tennis courts.
It can be built using multi-layers of wire fencing to create a mesh pattern, this is how it can absorb the shock from the impact and stay strong. It is usually built with a rubber coating surrounding the wires to help minimize any noise from the impact, making it ideal for use with children’s football pitches for games. This type of fencing uses thinner poles so it can bend and move with the impact.
Rebound fencing will require some maintenance to ensure it is safe for continued use. You will be guided on how regularly this will be necessary by the company you choose to install your fencing.
What is MUGA?
MUGA fencing is a multi-use game arena. This is the fencing that surrounds almost all play areas and sports grounds. It is sturdy and requires little maintenance. This can be built to fit any area you need it for. Unlike rebound fencing, it is built to withstand a lot of use, but it is built to stand for a long time, and to keep the game going.
MUGA fencing is also commonly used to surround playgrounds because it is sturdy and can be built to be tall to prevent people from entering when the gate is locked. This is a fantastic security use of this fencing and will help protect your play area.
It is possible to get a chain link MUGA fence that would be suitable for less intense impact sports, such as tennis or badminton. This type of fence is built to last but may not be for you if you wish to use it for a football pitch.
Summary.
There will be a type of MUGA fencing that will fit your sports grounds; however, how this looks and what you want it for, and ultimately how it looks, will be your choice.
When looking into fencing and other options when creating or securing a sports facility or school play area, it is worth booking a consultation and discussing your options, and getting price options; speaking with a professional may help you find your perfect fencing faster than you originally thought.
