Trampoline Pads for Cost Conscious Buyers

Trampoline safety pads prevent jumpers from having accidents associated with springs. While some trampoline owners allow people to jump on trampolines with no safety pad, this is a safety hazard and is not recommended by professionals. Pads are essential to having a safe trampoline for your friends and family. It is understandable that it is difficult for many people to spend the money on expensive pads for trampolines during these hard economic times, which is why we are going to explain to you what you should look for to get a dependable safety pad without spending too much money.

One of the most important factors you should examine when purchasing a pad is what type of material the pad is composed of. It is always recommended to purchase pads made with PVC Vinyl rather than polyethylene material. This is because polyethylene fabric is very sensitive to UV rays and will deteriorate quickly. PVC Vinyl is a sturdy vinyl that resists UV rays for extended amounts of time.

Another factor to consider when searching for a safety pad is the thickness of the pads. Most pads are 0.25" to 0.5" thick. This thickness will work for any trampoline and tend to be the most economical options. For customers wanting to guarantee maximum protection from pinching and bruising by springs there are safety pads which are 1" thick available. Those pads do cost slightly more, but they also provide the ultimate level of protection.

For owners of Hedstrom brand trampolines there is the option of purchasing Hedstrom safety pads. These pads are designed specifically for Hedstrom brand trampolines. They are the perfect option for someone searching for a budget-friendly safety pad. Typically the sleeve for Hedstrom brand pads can be purchased separately. So if the foam from the previous pad is still in good condition the only thing that will need to be replaced is the sleeve, which can save the trampoline owner even more money. An easy way to determine if you own a Hedstrom brand trampoline is to examine the perimeter hardware of the original trampoline mat. All Hedstrom brand trampoline mats have grommets instead of metal triangles.

There are many different types of trampoline pads available, each of which range in cost. The best thing for a trampoline owner to do is research to determine what safety pad quality best suits their needs and their budget. It is important to remember when purchasing trampoline equipment that the phrase "you get what you pay for" is very true. Sometimes it is better to pay a little more money up front for a better quality product because it will save you money over time due to lack of need for replacement.

David Jones is a professional author belongs to GA, USA and working with Trampoline Pro Shop as a marketing manager. Trampoline Pro Shop is a trampoline parts and accessories manufacturer company offers trampoline safety pads, mats, springs, covers etc.