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Trampolines

Why Are Trampolines Bouncier When Wet? (Scientifically) Answered

by Steve Mann
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In life there are many unanswered questions. How did the Universe really start? What happens when we die? If God exists and he invented humans then who created God? But most importantly of all… Why are trampolines bouncier when they are wet?! And it is that which we are going …

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Categories Advice, Trampolines, Yard Fun

Can You Have A Trampoline On Your Property If You Are Part Of An HOA? (Revealed)

by Steve Mann
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Some people sing the praises of Homeowner Associations (HOAs), whilst others are distinctly less impressed by them. However if you live in a property that is part of an HOA, you have to follow the rules and regulations it sets. The problem is that on certain matters they might not …

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Categories Advice, Trampolines, Videos, Yard Fun

Can Neighbors Complain About A Trampoline? (A Legal Take)

by Steve Mann
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Neighbor disputes can be started by anything from trees to trampolines. Which is handy because it is the latter we are going to focus on in this blog. A trampoline can be great fun for kids, but it can also be noisy and potentially intrusive. So today we are going …

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Categories Advice, Trampolines, Yard Fun

How Close Can A Trampoline Be To A House? (Or A Fence?)

by Steve Mann
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If you are considering adding a trampoline to your yard then there are many things you need to think about. Size, shape and surface are three important S’s to consider, but equally important is where you position the trampoline. And more precisely, how close can a trampoline be to a …

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Categories Trampolines, Yard Fun

What Is The Best Surface To Put A Trampoline On? 9 Options Ranked From Best to Worst

by Steve Mann
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When it comes to installing a trampoline in your yard, there are a number of potential surfaces it could go on. And each has its own plusses and minuses. So in this article we are going to look at every option and rank them from best to worst (in our …

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Can You Put A Trampoline On A Slope? (Explained)

by Steve Mann
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Not all yards are created equally, some are flat and some are… less than flat! If you fall into that second category, it might leave you scratching your head when installing a trampoline. Can you put a trampoline on a slope or does it need to be on flat ground? …

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Categories Advice, Trampolines, Yard Fun

Can You Be On A Trampoline During A Storm? Trampolines and High Winds (Discussed)

by Steve Mann
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When I was a kid I used to love running around outside in a storm, within reason. But obviously if things began to get too dangerous my parents quickly ushered me in. If you live in an area that is prone to high winds and you have a trampoline then …

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Categories Advice, Trampolines, Yard Fun

Rain, Snow and Trampolines: Are They A Good Mix? (Discussed)

by Steve Mann
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One of the biggest dilemmas when you own a trampoline is knowing what to do with it when the weather isn’t great. You can become surprisingly quickly attached to these bits of kit (apparently there is even a girl in New York City who calls herself the human trampoline) and …

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How Long Do Trampolines Last? (Investigated)

by Steve Mann
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It is amazing how something as simple as a trampoline can keep a whole load of kids amused for so long. But it will only keep them entertained as long as it is functioning properly. Once the frame breaks, the mat splits or the springs snap, then you either need …

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Categories Advice, Trampolines, Yard Fun

Do Trampolines Have A Weight Limit? (Solved)

by Steve Mann
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Put a trampoline in your yard and you could find it attracting kids from far and wide in the summer. Then of course, you might want to have a cheeky go on it yourself. This could well lead to you having all sorts of questions about how much weight your …

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