Our top 6 articles on how to care for your trampoline.
This is a list of our most searched and read blog articles all on one page.
Trampolines are common across Australia, most backyards will have one. Almost as common is the misconception that you don’t need to include the trampoline on a regular garden maintenance check; that is until something occurs visibly or functionally wrong with the trampoline, or worse still, an accident happens that could have been prevented.
Many trampolines in Australia have been manufactured to a very poor standard and have deteriorated beyond recovery or repair as quickly as 6 months. However, savvy second or third-time trampoline owners are searching more and more on how to ensure they get good value and life out of either a new cheap trampoline or a more expensive reputable brand trampoline.
A common mention to us now is that customers are buying with us for our quality products and for the confidence they get from knowing we have spare parts for current and past models and deliver on quality friendly customer service as well.
This is a list of our most searched and read blog articles all on one page.
Trampoline care & maintenance; so simple even kids can do it
A regular check of the trampoline a couple of weeks before each school holiday is what we recommend. The two weeks before gives you time to order parts, if needed, and have them delivered before the holidays start so the kids have their trampoline ready to use. Kids from the age of about eight will be quite capable of checking this list to help you out. With the kids knowing what to look out for and being aware of how to look after their trampoline, they will be able to detect any problems early on. This will likely save an injury or some money in the process. Look out for the PDF checklist at the bottom of the article: Trampoline care & maintenance.
How to repair a trampoline net zipper
With so many poor quality trampolines on the market, zips have been the weakest link and very frustrating for families, especially those with toddlers, who they really need to keep safe. This “how to” won’t fix all zip faults and issues but it is a good guide if you have this one specific problem, which I will add, is very common. Proudly we have now got very good zips on our trampolines and have also changed the way they are sewn in so this very problem simply can’t happen. Please have a read of the following article: How to repair a trampoline zip.
How to eliminate trampoline squeaks from the start
This article I think is our most popular article so a noisy trampoline is a very real problem that has people googling frantically to restore peace. No further ado go make peace in your garden. - How to eliminate the trampoline for squeaking
How to prolong the life of your trampoline pads
Trampoline pads have been a safety feature on trampolines that have been designed poorly and made of low-grade PE or PVC, both of which barely see it through an Australian Summer. This article addresses some ways to help make the lower grade PVC pads last a little longer and also highlights what qualities to look for in your next set of pads should you decide to upgrade on the quality: How to prolong the life of trampoline padding.
How to ensure your trampoline frame doesn't rust prematurely
At the end of the day, rust is what will ultimately get to any trampoline of any price range. This article will cover what to be aware of regarding your soil and what to do when you do find something irregular with your frame that may initiate the onset of rust: How to ensure your trampoline frame won't rust prematurely.
What to know when buying trampoline replacement parts
Before hitting “add to cart”, this article will give you a good idea of what variances to look out for across brands, compared to our trampolines parts and how to measure accurately before ordering: What to know when buying trampoline replacement parts.
As always please feel free to call us 03 52150450 if you have any questions you are unable to find the answer to and we will address it as quickly as we can or feel free to email with your questions. Scroll down further for more articles related on caring for your trampoline.
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