Traffic Garden Surfacing System | ColorPave for Safety Town Areas
Traffic gardens—also known as safety towns or miniature roadways—are scaled-down environments that teach children the rules of the road in a safe, controlled setting. These interactive spaces are designed with road markings, traffic signs, roundabouts, bike paths, and pedestrian crossings to simulate real-world traffic scenarios. Communities, schools, and parks increasingly use traffic gardens as an effective tool for early traffic education and public safety awareness. Traffic gardens give children a hands-on way to learn road safety, bicycle rules, and pedestrian behavior—all in a controlled, car-free environment.One of the key components of a successful traffic garden is the surfacing system. That’s where ColorPave by SealMaster stands out. ColorPave is a 100% acrylic coating system that offers superior durability, vivid color options, and environmentally friendly performance. It is ideal for applications requiring high visibility, weather resistance, and low maintenance—making it perfect for traffic gardens.
Benefits of Using ColorPave in Traffic Gardens:
- Enhanced Visibility: ColorPave is available in bright, fade-resistant colors that clearly define roadways, bike lanes, and pedestrian areas—improving the learning experience for children.
- Durability: Designed for outdoor use, ColorPave stands up to foot traffic, bikes, scooters, and even occasional maintenance vehicles, ensuring long-term use without frequent resurfacing.
- Safety: The textured surface reduces slip hazards, enhancing safety for young users.
- Eco-Friendly: ColorPave is low-VOC and made with environmentally friendly materials, supporting sustainable community development.
- Color Options: The ColorPlus Pigment System provides the colorants to the ColorPave Neutral Base. This enables a wide range of colors, from our standard 17 to over 100 ColorPlus Fusion choices. Great for beautiful, fun designs or bright and cooler surface temperatures.
- Pavement Maintenance: Using ColorPave will seal and protect the pavement from UV and moisture, extending the life of asphalt or concrete surfaces.
When building or upgrading a traffic garden, the choice of surface matters. ColorPave not only meets the practical demands of daily use but also adds visual appeal and safety to the learning environment. For municipalities, schools, and recreation departments looking to invest in safer, more engaging educational spaces, ColorPave is the trusted solution for vibrant and long-lasting traffic garden surfacing.
Why Traffic Gardens Are Important for Kids:
- Real-World Learning in a Safe Space
Traffic gardens provide a safe environment for children to practice navigating roads without the risk of actual traffic. They can walk, bike, or scooter through realistic traffic scenarios and learn how to respond appropriately—such as stopping at a crosswalk, obeying traffic lights, or using hand signals while biking. - Promotes Independence and Confidence
Kids build confidence by practicing skills they’ll need in the real world. Whether walking to school or biking around the neighborhood, children who use traffic gardens become more aware, capable, and independent travelers. - Improves Decision-Making and Awareness
By navigating intersections and signage, children improve their decision-making, situational awareness, and understanding of traffic rules—all essential life skills for road safety. - Encourages Active Play and Physical Activity
Traffic gardens promote physical exercise and outdoor play in a fun, interactive way, helping kids stay active while learning valuable lessons.
An Ideal Surface for Traffic Gardens: ColorPave
To ensure long-term safety and visibility, traffic gardens require durable, colorful surfacing. ColorPave by SealMaster is the ideal solution. With vibrant color options, slip-resistant texture, and excellent durability, ColorPave enhances both the educational value and aesthetic appeal of traffic gardens, making the learning experience safer and more engaging for children.
Traffic Garden Surface Coating & Paint | Guide Specifications
If you have questions or need assistance with designing a traffic garden, please send us an email and we will connect you with an industry expert in traffic garden design. For traffic garden coating & paint specifications in 3-part CSI format, please see below: