We've created this guide to give you peace of mind with your new play equipment.
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Shakes and checks are natural cracks in wood caused by its reaction to the environment. Because timber is a natural material, it undergoes a constant cycle of change:
Essentially, these splits are a normal sign of the wood breathing as it adapts to seasonal shifts in temperature and humidity.
Read moreIf you’re ever unsure or worried about what you’re seeing, we’re happy to help. Just drop us an email with a few pictures and we’ll take a look.
Occasionally, you may notice surface mildew, the first thing to mention is there is nothing to worry about.
Surface mildew lives on the outside of materials. It’s superficial which feeds on moisture, dust, pollen and natural sugars on the wood’s surface rather than the wood fibres. Due to the pressure treated timber we use, it doesn’t affect the structural integrity of the timber (you can read more about our timber here).
Surface mildew is very dependent on weather conditions and its environment, namely moisture and temperature.
There’s a couple of options:
