创建于04.25
How to choose an outdoor slide: shape, material, theme
There are many types of outdoor children's slides, and their designs and functions are even more diverse.
What types of slides are there? What materials are they made of, and how do you determine if it is what you are looking for? This article will answer these questions for you in detail.
Materials
Type | Material | Feature | Note |
Plastic slide | LLDPE, Anti-UV, Anti-Static | Rich colors, Diverse shapes, Smooth surface, Easy to clean, Cheap price | ✔️Lightweight, bump-proof, easy to install. ❌Long-term exposure to the sun may cause fading. |
Wooden slide | Natural wood (e.g. Finnish wood, acacia) | Natural beauty, strong stability | ✔️Environmentally friendly and shock-resistant. ❌Regular anti-corrosion and moth-proofing is required. |
Stainless steel slide | 304 or 316 | Sturdy and durable, can be customized into spiral, straight and other shapes, with strong weather resistance | ✔️Long life, easy to clean ❌High temperature in summer |
PE board slide | HDPE+HALS | Non-toxic, recyclable, combining the advantages of plastic and metal | ✔️Safe and impact-resistant ❌May fade with long-term use |
Fiberglass slide | fiberglass reinforced plastic | Light, corrosion-resistant, anti-static | ✔️Long-lasting color and diverse styles ❌Higher price |
comparison
Feature | Plastic slide | PE board slide | Stainless steel slide | Wooden slide |
Safety | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐ |
Durable | ⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐ |
Eco-friendly | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐ |
Cost | ⭐ | ⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐ |
Weight | ⭐ | ⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐ |
Maintenance Difficulty | ⭐ | ⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ |
Weatherability | ⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐ |
Design Flexibility | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐ | ⭐⭐ |
Shape
Shape | Feature | Age | Note |
Straight slide | Straight line slope, slope ≤60°, fast sliding speed | 2-5 years old | Make sure there is a buffer pad at the end of the slide |
Curved slide | The slide is gently curved and the speed is moderate | 3-12 years old | Avoid sharp turns |
Wave slide | The slide has waves and inertia changes | 5-12 years old | Check whether the connection is tight |
Spiral Slide | Open or closed spiral slide, saving space | 5-12 years old | Overall helix angle <40°, local sliding area angle <60° |
Flat slide | Slow sliding speed, suitable for younger children | 2-5 years old | Anti-slip surface treatment |
Tube slide | Semi-enclosed or completely enclosed, | 5-12 years old | Avoid too narrow a design |
Double/Triple Slide | With two or more parallel slides, or one particularly wide slide | 3-12 years old | The distance between slideways should be reasonable |
Roller slide | The slideway is composed of rollers for smoother sliding | 5-12 years old | Regularly check the roller wear |
Theme
Shape | Feature |
combination slide | Integrated slides, rock climbing, swings, etc. |
Theme slide | Themes such as castle, forest, ocean or cartoon IP |
Sports slide | Slide combined with basketball, monkey bars and other fitness equipment |
Written By
Angelica Tongyao
Angelica is the Director of Content Marketing at tongyao with over a decade of experience in content writing. She specializes in creating custom content for research projects, thesis, and reports, and is skilled in 3D modeling, rendering, and designing innovative products for playground equipment.
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