Buying a Trampoline
Having decided to buy a trampoline the first questions you need to ask yourself is will it get used regularly, what shape should it be and how big ?
Firstly you can be sure it will be used. Your children will find they have friends they never knew existed when news gets round of a new trampoline in the neighbourhood. As for the size and shape well circular ones are the most common for the garden as they are apparently not as powerful as the rectangular ones. The latter are usually reserved for those with an athletic leaning. With circular ones the participant will be naturally projected into the middle which is much safer.
As for size this will obviously depend on how big your garden or backyard is. Sizes can range from 6 foot up to 16 foot and you must provide enough space around the outside to allow for the net to flex if someone falls against it and to get on and off the apparatus. As a safety aspect make sure the trampoline is situated away from overhanging trees or fences. Ensure you select one that will grow with the family as it were. In other words get one that will still be an adequate enough size in a few years when the children will have grown. Trampolines should last several years and should come with a warranty of at least five years.
. Rather than purchase your trampoline from a toy shop try one of the internet suppliers that specialise in these items. They will also be able to deliver the apparatus for you and will be in a better position to service you with spare parts and accessories from time to time.
When it comes to consider what features your trampoline is going to have the frame, bounce mat and springs are the main constituents. The frame is very important. Usually made of steel the top quality ones are usually protected on both the inside and the outside of the tubing. The bounce mat should be smooth, strong and very hard wearing.
You should also make sure you have accessories for the trampoline such as a safety enclosure, ladder and a cover in case of inclement weather. It does not matter what the ages of the users are you should always buy a safety enclosure. Buy one that has good safety padding over the springs. The ladder is essential because it enables easy access for all ages. Get one that has flat steps rather than tubular ones. With some manufacturers a ladder will be included in the package. The weather cover is essential especially with our weather.