Table 2 Difference in physical characteristics of the three investigated playgrounds
Playground 1 (PG1) | Playground 2 (PG2) | Playground 3 (PG3) | |
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Approx. area (SQM) | 1500 | 2700 | 3300 |
Ground surface material | Sand | Grass with a paved pathway and concrete bases for the equipment | Sand |
Types of play equipment | A mix between traditional and contemporary | Climbable military equipment (Tank, plane, ship, … ) | A mix between traditional and contemporary |
Presence of shaded areas | Only above benches on the sides | Shelters above empty spaces | Trees on the periphery providing shade |
Area boundaries | Short stone walls defining the boundaries of the playground | Green area | Green area and pathway surrounding the area |
