Jason Gluckman
Many people store their trampolines away during the winter months, especially if they live in areas that get snow, and then pull them out when the weather warms up. But just because you're trampoline has been out of the elements, it can still deteriorate and needs to be thoroughly checked before use, no matter how excited everyone is to get back to bouncing.
When to Repair Your Trampoline
Trampolines are not only a great source of amusement for children and of exercise for adults. Indeed, trampolines - and more specifically, trampoline mats - also pose a significant safety risk if they are not maintained, repaired, or replaced when necessary.
If your trampoline's warranty has expired or if it never had one in the first place, and its mat has developed holes, rips, or cracks, it is a good idea to replace your trampoline.
If the stitching of a trampoline mat has worn out due to the effect of the sun's UV rays, it needs to be re-sewn. This is necessary when black straps pull away from fabric, the metal hardware attached to fabric falls off, or the stitching is no longer visible and the mat is hanging towards the ground.
Trampoline mats typically wear out after three to eight years of use. This range is dependent largely on the location of the trampoline and the amount of exposure to UV rays. Any trampoline mat over ten years old should be replaced - not repaired.
It is possible to fix holes in the mat and re-stitch it, but this is risky in terms of safety and longevity.
Your trampoline's bouncing power can be greatly reduced if some of its springs are damaged. Trampoline springs that are over-stretched, loose or have damaged hooks should be replaced.
Trampolines Info provides detailed information about mini, water, bungee, and exercise trampolines, as well as trampoline sales, repair, parts, and accessories. Trampolines Info is the sister site of Batting Cages Web.
More Trampoline Parts Information...
How To Replace Trampoline Parts - The Easy Way
Replacing trampoline parts is easy when you know how. The secret to maintaining the longevity of your trampoline is to make sure you replace any parts as soon as they need it rather than waiting until...
Trampoline Parts Ordering Checklist
Before you start looking around for a trampoline parts supplier there are a few things you need to know to make the process easier. Read on to learn what information you need and what you can do if you...
Trampoline Springs: What You Need To Know
When you think of a trampoline, you think of a bouncing matt and trampoline
springs around the outside right? Well, they are like that but not all of them.
Its now possible to get a springless trampoline,...
