Plastic Slides for Wooden Playsets & Garden Play Towers
HDPE plastic slides are ideal for adding a slide to a wooden playset, play tower or suitable swing set in the garden. Intergard supplies garden slides in blue, green, yellow and red, with models designed for platform heights of 125 cm and 150 cm. This makes it easy to select a slide that matches both the height and appearance of your wooden play equipment.
The slides are made from HDPE (High Density Polyethylene) and feature an extended top section for mounting onto a suitable wooden platform. The installation width is 41 cm. Depending on the model, slides are available with a wave profile and a water connection for a garden hose, allowing the slide to be used with water for extra outdoor fun.
The models in this category are TÜV/CE certified and comply with the stated parts of EN 71 for toy safety. They are intended for private domestic use and should not be confused with EN 1176 playground slides designed for public playgrounds.
Choose your HDPE garden slide below according to platform height, design and colour.
Plastic slides for wooden playsets and play towers
A plastic garden slide is an easy way to add another play feature to a wooden playset or play tower. Intergard HDPE slides are available in different designs and in blue, green, yellow and red.
The platform height is one of the most important factors when choosing a slide. Do not select a model solely according to its length or colour: always check the platform height for which the individual slide has been designed.
What is an HDPE slide?
An HDPE slide is a plastic slide made from High Density Polyethylene. HDPE is a thermoplastic material that can be formed into the curved shape required for a children's slide.
The result is a single-piece sliding surface that, depending on the model, can have a relatively straight or wave-shaped profile.
Why choose a plastic garden slide?
An HDPE slide is a practical choice for a wooden playset or play tower in a private garden. The relatively lightweight construction also makes a plastic slide easier to handle during installation than many heavier professional alternatives.
Key features of the plastic slides in this category include:
- Manufactured from HDPE
- Designed for private garden play equipment
- Suitable for compatible wooden playsets and play towers
- Available in blue, green, yellow and red
- Models for platform heights of 125 cm and 150 cm
- Installation width of 41 cm
- Extended top section for mounting onto a suitable platform
- Wave designs available depending on the model
- Water connection available on selected models
- TÜV/CE certified according to the stated EN 71 requirements
Blue, green, yellow and red garden slides
Our plastic garden slides are available in blue, green, yellow and red. This allows you to match the slide to your wooden playset, swing set or other play equipment in the garden.
A brightly coloured slide can also create an attractive contrast with natural or treated timber. Check the individual product to see which combinations of colour, design and platform height are available.
Which slide do I need for a 125 cm platform?
For a platform height of 125 cm, choose a slide specifically designed by the manufacturer for a 125 cm platform. The required slide length is determined by the shape and geometry of the individual model.
There is therefore no need to calculate the slide length yourself using a general angle formula. The specified platform height of the slide is the correct starting point when choosing a model.
Which slide do I need for a 150 cm platform?
For a 150 cm platform, select a slide specifically designed for a platform height of 150 cm. Check this specification before ordering and follow the measurement and installation instructions for the individual model.
Do not automatically fit a slide intended for a 125 cm platform to a 150 cm platform, or vice versa. Use the slide only within the specifications for which it has been designed.
How do I choose the right plastic slide?
Start by measuring the platform height of your wooden playset or play tower. Once you know the correct platform height, you can choose the preferred colour and slide design.
- Measure the platform height. Determine whether you require a model for a 125 cm or 150 cm platform.
- Check the available space. Allow sufficient room for the complete slide and its run-out area.
- Check the installation width. The slides in this category have an installation width of 41 cm.
- Choose a colour. Select blue, green, yellow or red.
- Choose the design. Check whether you prefer a standard or wave-shaped slide.
- Check for a water connection. Select a model with this feature if you want to connect a garden hose.
- Check the mounting requirements. The wooden platform and supporting structure must be suitable for the selected slide.
Slide for a wooden play tower
An HDPE slide can be fitted to a suitable wooden play tower with the correct platform height. The extended section at the top of the slide provides the connection to the platform.
Before installation, check that the supporting structure is stable and that its dimensions and fixing points correspond with the installation requirements of the selected slide.
Explore our wooden playground equipment and play towers for additional options.
Slide for a wooden swing set
A plastic slide can also be combined with a wooden swing set when the structure includes a suitable play platform. A swing beam alone is not sufficient: the slide requires a stable platform with the correct height and suitable mounting points.
Always check the platform height, construction and fixing requirements before adding a slide to an existing wooden play structure.
Plastic slide with water connection
Selected HDPE slides feature a connection for a garden hose. This allows water to run over the sliding surface so that the model can also be used as a water slide when used as intended.
Check the product specifications to confirm that your chosen model has a water connection. When using water, also consider drainage and the surface around the play equipment to avoid unnecessarily muddy or slippery areas.
Straight slide or wave slide?
Plastic garden slides are available in different profiles, including wave slides. A wave profile introduces a change in the shape of the sliding surface and gives the slide a different appearance from a straighter model.
The available design will also depend on the required platform height, size and colour.
View our wave slides to compare the available models.
EN 71 and plastic garden slides
EN 71 is a European series of standards covering the safety of toys. The HDPE slides in this category are TÜV/CE certified according to the EN 71 requirements stated for these models.
The product information specifies EN 71-1, EN 71-2, EN 71-3, EN 71-8 and EN 71-9. Always follow the instructions and conditions of use supplied with the individual product.
Are these plastic slides suitable for public playgrounds?
No, this category is intended for plastic slides used with private garden play equipment. A domestic garden slide should not automatically be installed at a school, nursery, campsite, public park or other publicly accessible playground.
For these applications, choose a slide specifically designed and certified for public playground use. View our playground slides for professional alternatives.
What is the difference between EN 71 and EN 1176?
EN 71 relates to toy safety, while EN 1176 covers playground equipment and surfacing requirements for playgrounds. This distinction is important when choosing between a garden slide for private domestic use and professional equipment for a public playground.
Always select the slide according to its specified intended use rather than assuming that one type of certification makes it suitable for every environment.
HDPE slide or polyester slide?
HDPE and glass-fibre reinforced polyester are different materials used to manufacture different types of slides. The HDPE slides on this page are intended for private wooden playsets and play towers in the garden.
Polyester slides are also available in different sizes and designs and, depending on the individual model, can be used for professional playground projects.
View our polyester slides to compare the alternatives.
HDPE slide or stainless steel slide?
An HDPE slide is made from plastic, whereas a stainless steel slide uses a metal sliding surface and construction. HDPE models are commonly used with private wooden garden play equipment, while stainless steel models may be intended for other applications depending on their design and certification.
The correct choice therefore depends primarily on the intended use, platform and individual product specifications rather than the material alone.
How do you install a plastic garden slide?
Install the slide on a stable wooden platform at the platform height specified for the individual model. Always follow the manufacturer's installation instructions.
- Measure the platform height.
- Check that the selected slide is suitable for that height.
- Check the available space and installation width.
- Inspect the wooden platform and supporting structure.
- Position the slide according to the installation instructions.
- Use the specified fixing points and suitable fixings.
- Check that the slide is securely attached.
- Inspect the complete play structure before use.
What surface should be used around a garden slide?
Provide a suitable, well-maintained surface around the play equipment and the run-out area of the slide. The appropriate surface depends on the play equipment, installation and instructions supplied with the product.
Do not use a generic clearance distance or a fixed surfacing thickness as a substitute for the safety and installation instructions for the particular play equipment.
Maintaining a plastic garden slide
Inspect the plastic slide regularly for damage, wear and loose fixings. Pay particular attention to the upper mounting section, fixing points, sides and run-out area.
Clean the sliding surface when required using a cleaning method suitable for plastic. It is also sensible to inspect the wooden supporting structure and all fixings after winter and after periods of intensive use.
Buy a plastic garden slide from Intergard
Choose your plastic slide according to platform height, design and preferred colour. Intergard HDPE garden slides are available in blue, green, yellow and red, with models designed for platform heights of 125 cm and 150 cm.
View our range of HDPE garden slides and select the model that suits your wooden play equipment.
HDPE slides for trade and larger quantities
Do you require plastic slides by the pallet or in larger quantities? Provide the required models, colours, quantities and delivery address to request a quotation for your order.
Frequently asked questions about plastic garden slides
What is an HDPE slide?
An HDPE slide is a plastic slide made from High Density Polyethylene. The material is formed into a sliding surface designed for attachment to a suitable play platform.
Which colours are the plastic slides available in?
The plastic slides are available in blue, green, yellow and red. Check the individual model to see which colours are available for the required platform height.
Which platform heights are the slides suitable for?
Models in this category are available for platform heights of 125 cm and 150 cm. Always check the specifications of the individual slide before ordering.
Which slide do I need for a 125 cm platform?
Choose a slide specifically designed for a platform height of 125 cm. Do not calculate the required slide length yourself using a general angle formula.
Which slide do I need for a 150 cm platform?
Choose a model specified for a platform height of 150 cm. Its dimensions and shape are designed for that particular starting height.
How wide are the plastic slides?
The stated installation width of these HDPE slides is 41 cm. Also check the complete dimensions of the selected product before building or modifying the play platform.
Can I fit a plastic slide to a wooden play tower?
Yes, these slides are designed for installation on a suitable wooden playset or play tower. The platform height, supporting structure and fixing method must match the specifications of the slide.
Can the slide be connected to a garden hose?
Selected models have a water connection for a garden hose. Check the individual product description to confirm whether your chosen slide has this feature.
Can these slides be used in public playgrounds?
No, these HDPE slides are intended for private domestic garden play equipment. For a public playground, choose a slide specifically designed and certified for public use.
What is the difference between EN 71 and EN 1176?
EN 71 covers toy safety, while EN 1176 covers playground equipment and surfacing requirements. The intended environment is therefore an important consideration when choosing between a domestic garden slide and a public playground slide.
How do I maintain an HDPE slide?
Regularly inspect the slide for damage, wear and loose fixings. Clean it using a method suitable for plastic and also inspect the wooden supporting structure periodically.