Countries Of The World Playground Marking

This world map includes coloured areas to indicate most geographical borders and countries. This colourful map is a great way for children to learn about the geography of the world, where countries are located and how big they are in relation to each other.

We offer a more simplistic version of this map which has fewer dividing boundaries which may be better suited for younger children.

This map can be a great learning tool for outdoor lessons or just break time learning. When used with a compass marking children can be encouraged to get a grasp of which way is north.

Key Features Of Our Thermoplastic Playground Markings

• Exceptionally Durable - The base material is adapted from markings used on public roads so it is very hard-wearing.
• Easy to Apply - Requires no artistic or special skill to apply, only a gas burner. Markings are supplied in pre-cut sections.
• Vibrant Colours - Colours are vivid and will not fade or wear through.
• Great Traction - Embedded beads enhance traction reducing slip risks.

Applying our playground markings is very easy. Firstly the area must be cleaned of all loose debris, oil, grease and salts. Once this is done you are ready to get going. If your chosen surface is old tarmac, concrete or block paving then you will need to use our fast-drying primer.

Once you have fully prepped the surface the marking can be set out. Once you are happy with the marking positioning a gas burner can be used to melt the marking to the tarmac surface. For additional traction glass bead can be sprinkled over the surface, this is fused into the marking with the further application of heat.

It is important to ensure that the whole marking is melted fully to the point that it looks like cheese on toast and follows the contours of the substrate beneath. Failure to do this may mean the marking will lift. Once heated the marking cannot be re-heated as it will have oxidised and set.

Thermoplastic On Block Paving

Thermoplastic on block paving is known to be more difficult to apply and has a substantially shorter lifetime than on bituminous surfaces, such as tarmac.

Block paving is not a solid structure. Most of the time, they are put down and sand is added into the grooves, so over time when moisture creeps in as well as moss, movement can be made within 2 blocks, making the material crack and fail.