Completely Invisible Garden Integration | Flush with Lawn | Premium Installation
FlatGround trampolines represent the pinnacle of trampoline installation – completely flush with your lawn surface, creating an invisible, seamless integration that’s perfect for premium Irish properties, architect-designed gardens, and coastal estates where wind protection is critical.
What is a FlatGround Trampoline?
A FlatGround trampoline is installed with the entire frame below ground level so that the jumping mat sits perfectly flush with your lawn surface – no visible edge at all. You literally walk from grass onto trampoline without any step up.
The Ultimate Premium Installation:
- Entire frame buried 90cm+ below ground
- Jumping mat exactly level with lawn
- Zero visible edge or structure
- Walk directly onto trampoline
- Invisible from distance
- Professional installation required
FlatGround vs InGround – Critical Difference
Many people confuse these two installations. Here’s the key difference:
| Feature | InGround (Standard) | FlatGround (Premium) |
|---|---|---|
| Mat height | 20cm above ground | 0cm (flush with lawn) |
| Visibility | Slightly visible edge | Completely invisible |
| Installation depth | 80cm excavation | 90-100cm excavation |
| Drainage complexity | Important | Critical |
| Installation cost | €600-1,200 | €1,200-2,100 |
| Total investment | €1,200-€3,500 | €2,200-€5,000 |
| Visual impact | Low | Zero (invisible) |
| Maintenance | Standard + drainage | Higher (leaf removal) |
| Best for | Most families (70%) | Premium properties (10%) |
Key Takeaway: InGround (20cm above ground) is the standard premium installation. FlatGround (flush with lawn) is ultra-premium for families who want complete invisibility and have budget for professional installation.
Why Choose FlatGround?
1. Complete Invisibility
Walk onto lawn, surprise – it’s a trampoline!
FlatGround trampolines are virtually invisible until you’re standing on them. From house windows or distance, they disappear completely into the lawn. This creates:
- Seamless modern aesthetic
- Uninterrupted garden sightlines
- Magazine-worthy garden design
- Surprise element for guests
- Premium property appearance
Perfect for: Architect-designed properties, award-winning gardens, show homes, properties photographed for sale/marketing
2. Maximum Wind Protection (Critical Irish Coastal)
Ground-level = Zero wind profile
With the entire trampoline at ground level, there is literally no structure for wind to catch. This is the ultimate solution for:
- Atlantic coastal properties (Galway, Donegal, West Cork)
- Exposed rural locations
- Properties that experience extreme winds
- Areas where above-ground trampolines struggle
Real-world impact: FlatGround trampolines are immune to wind damage. While neighbors’ above-ground trampolines may blow over in Atlantic storms, FlatGround installations sit protected at ground level.
3. Ultimate Accessibility
No step at all – walk directly on
Even the 20cm step of standard InGround is eliminated with FlatGround. This means:
- Toddlers (2-3 years) can walk straight on
- No trip hazard whatsoever
- Elderly grandparents comfortable supervising
- Completely barrier-free access
- Ultimate safety for young children
4. Adds Significant Property Value
Premium installation = Premium value
Irish estate agents confirm FlatGround trampolines add €10,000-20,000 to property value when selling. This is because:
- Shows attention to detail
- Professional quality installation
- Premium feature buyers want
- Architect-quality finish
- Investment in property
Particularly valuable: High-end Dublin suburbs (Foxrock, Dalkey, Blackrock), Cork coastal properties, premium developments
5. Professional Garden Design Standard
Used in award-winning gardens
FlatGround is the choice of landscape architects and professional garden designers for:
- Modern minimalist gardens
- Contemporary landscaping
- Award-winning show gardens
- Magazine features
- Professional portfolio properties
Perfect for Premium Irish Properties
FlatGround is Best For:
✅ Architect-Designed Properties
- Modern contemporary homes
- Award-winning architectural designs
- Properties featured in magazines
- Homes with professional landscaping
- Premium new builds
✅ Coastal Estates (Wind Critical)
- Galway coastal properties
- Donegal Atlantic exposure
- West Cork waterfront
- Kerry coastal homes
- Any exposed Irish location
✅ Premium Garden Design
- Landscape architect involvement
- Award-winning gardens
- Show homes/display properties
- Gardens photographed professionally
- Investment in outdoor space
✅ Long-Term Premium Investment
- Planning 20+ years in property
- Budget €2,500-5,000 comfortable
- Quality over cost priority
- Want ultimate best available
Consider Standard InGround If:
❌ Budget under €2,000 Standard InGround delivers 90% of benefits at 60% of FlatGround cost
❌ Standard suburban property InGround sufficient for typical properties
❌ May relocate within 10 years FlatGround is permanent premium installation
❌ High water table concerns FlatGround drainage more challenging
Honest Assessment: FlatGround is specialist ultra-premium installation. Standard InGround recommended for 90% of Irish families – delivers excellent results at lower cost. Choose FlatGround only if you specifically want complete invisibility and have budget for professional installation.
Installation Requirements
Professional Installation Mandatory
FlatGround cannot be DIY – requires:
- Professional excavation to exact depth (90-100cm)
- Sophisticated drainage system design
- Expert leveling (must be perfectly flush)
- Professional installation coordination
- Site-specific engineering
Why professional required:
- Achieving perfectly flush finish is skilled work
- Drainage system more complex than InGround
- Any error results in water pooling or uneven surface
- Irish rainfall makes professional drainage design critical
Excavation Depth
Deeper than standard InGround:
- Depth: 90-100cm (vs 80cm for InGround)
- Must be perfectly level across entire area
- Requires entire frame below ground surface
- More soil removal = higher excavation cost
Excavation cost: €500-800 (professional)
Total Professional Installation Costs
BERG Champion 11ft FlatGround Example:
- BERG Champion 11ft FlatGround trampoline: €1,399
- Professional excavation: €650
- Drainage system: €450
- Professional installation: €550
- Total: €3,049
vs Standard InGround same size: €2,500 (€549 less)
vs Regular above-ground: €1,400 (€1,649 less)
Installation timeline: 2 days (excavation day 1, installation day 2)
Irish Weather Considerations
Wind Protection – Why Coastal Properties Love FlatGround
Ground-level = Immune to wind
Irish coastal areas (Galway, Donegal, West Cork) experience:
- Atlantic gales (Storm Ophelia, Storm Barra, etc.)
- Sustained high winds in winter
- Salt air and harsh conditions
FlatGround performance:
- Zero wind damage possible (nothing above ground to catch wind)
- No anchoring needed (frame buried)
- Perfect for most exposed Irish locations
- Proven in harshest coastal conditions
Real example: Premium Galway coastal property installed FlatGround in 2018. Seven years later, survived multiple named storms with zero issues while neighbors replaced above-ground trampolines twice.
Soil Type Impact
Clay Soil (Common in Ireland):
- Slower drainage
- Extra drainage measures needed
- Professional assessment essential
- May need larger soakaway
Sandy Soil:
- Better natural drainage
- Still needs drainage system (Irish rainfall)
- Easier installation
Rocky Soil:
- Professional excavation required
- May increase excavation cost
- Check feasibility before committing
FlatGround Trampoline Options
BERG FlatGround Range (Premium Dutch Quality)
Why BERG for FlatGround:
- 13-year frame warranty (premium confidence)
- Hot-dip galvanized steel (rust-proof even buried)
- Professional-grade components
- Designed for permanent installation
- Most popular FlatGround brand in Ireland
BERG Favorit FlatGround: €999-€1,549 + installation
- Entry premium FlatGround
- 13-year warranty
- Available 8ft-12ft
- Total investment: €2,199-€3,649
BERG Champion FlatGround: €1,299-€1,799 + installation ⭐ MOST POPULAR
- TwinSpring Gold (8-10 year spring life)
- Deluxe safety net (no zip – won’t rust)
- 30mm padding
- Available 10ft-14ft
- Total investment: €2,499-€3,899
BERG Elite FlatGround: €1,899-€2,599 + installation
- AirFlow Pro mat (professional performance)
- Commercial-grade quality
- Available 11ft-14ft
- Total investment: €3,099-€4,699
Available Sizes
8ft-10ft FlatGround (Small Premium Properties):
- Garden needed: 7m × 7m minimum
- Perfect for: Premium city gardens, modern townhouses
- Total investment: €2,199-€3,099
11ft-12ft FlatGround (Most Popular):
- Garden needed: 8m × 9m minimum
- Perfect for: Premium suburban, architect-designed properties
- Most requested FlatGround sizes in Ireland
- Total investment: €2,699-€3,899
13ft-14ft FlatGround (Estates):
- Garden needed: 10m × 10m minimum
- Perfect for: Large estates, luxury properties
- Total investment: €3,499-€4,699
Maintenance – FlatGround Specific
Standard Trampoline Maintenance
Same as any trampoline:
- Check mat quarterly
- Inspect net annually
- Tighten bolts quarterly
- Clean mat monthly
Additional FlatGround Maintenance
Weekly During Autumn:
- Remove leaves (fall directly into trampoline)
- 5 minutes with leaf blower or brush
- Consider mesh cover when not in use
After Every Heavy Rain (First 6 Months):
- Check no standing water
- Verify drainage functioning
- Clear any blockages immediately
Monthly:
- Trim grass around edge (maintain seamless appearance)
- Check drainage pipes (if visible)
- Quick debris removal
Quarterly:
- Deep clean drainage system
- Verify soakaway functioning
- Professional drainage check (if any concerns)
Maintenance Reality: FlatGround requires 20-30% more maintenance than standard InGround (primarily leaf/debris removal). Trade-off for invisible aesthetics.
Cost-Benefit Analysis
Is FlatGround Worth the Premium?
Price Comparison – BERG Champion 11ft:
FlatGround:
- Trampoline: €1,399
- Installation: €1,650 (professional)
- Total: €3,049
Standard InGround:
- Trampoline: €899
- Installation: €800
- Total: €1,699
FlatGround Premium: €1,350 more (€90/year over 15 years)
What You Get for €1,350 Premium
Immediate:
- Complete invisibility (zero visible edge)
- Maximum wind protection (ground-level)
- Ultimate accessibility (no step at all)
- Professional quality installation
- Premium property feature
Long-term:
- Adds €10,000-20,000 property value
- 15-20 year lifespan (same as InGround)
- Ultimate garden aesthetic
- Show-home quality
When FlatGround is Worth It
YES for:
- ✅ Architect-designed properties (aesthetics paramount)
- ✅ Coastal locations (wind protection critical)
- ✅ Long-term investment (20+ years in property)
- ✅ Budget comfortable €2,500-5,000
- ✅ Want absolute best available
- ✅ Property value investment important
NO for:
- ❌ Standard suburban property (InGround sufficient)
- ❌ Budget under €2,500
- ❌ May relocate within 10 years
- ❌ InGround delivers what you need
Honest Assessment: FlatGround is 10% premium solution. Standard InGround recommended for 90% of families – delivers excellent results (20cm above ground barely noticeable) at significantly lower cost. Choose FlatGround only if you specifically want complete invisibility and budget allows premium investment.
FlatGround vs InGround – Which Should You Choose?
Choose FlatGround If:
- Completely invisible appearance is priority
- Want seamless lawn integration
- Architect-designed property
- Professional garden design
- Maximum wind protection needed
- Harsh coastal exposure (Atlantic)
- Extremely exposed location
- Area with severe wind history
- Budget comfortable with premium
- €2,500-5,000 total investment acceptable
- Quality over cost priority
- Long-term property investment
- Property value investment
- Premium selling feature important
- Show-home quality desired
- High-end property market
Choose Standard InGround If:
- Budget €1,200-2,500
- InGround delivers 90% of benefits
- Significantly lower cost
- Still premium installation
- Standard suburban property
- InGround’s 20cm edge minimal visual impact
- Excellent wind resistance (just not ultimate)
- Appropriate for typical properties
- Drainage concerns
- High water table area
- Clay soil with poor drainage
- Want raised edge as backup
- May relocate within 10 years
- InGround still permanent but less premium investment
Bottom Line: Both are excellent choices. InGround is the practical premium option for most families. FlatGround is the ultra-premium choice for those who want absolute best and have budget for professional installation.
Common FlatGround Questions
Q: Can I DIY FlatGround installation?
A: No. FlatGround requires professional excavation (perfectly level at 90-100cm), sophisticated drainage design, and expert installation to achieve flush finish. Professional installation mandatory (€1,200-2,100).
Q: What about leaves falling into trampoline?
A: FlatGround does collect more leaves than above-ground (gravity). Solutions: weekly leaf removal (5 minutes), mesh cover when not in use during autumn, regular maintenance. Small trade-off for invisible aesthetic.
Q: Does FlatGround last as long as regular?
A: Yes! BERG FlatGround lasts 15-20 years same as above-ground/InGround. Hot-dip galvanized frames resist rust even buried. Key is proper drainage – professional installation ensures this.
Q: Can someone step on it accidentally?
A: Possible initially – it’s invisible! Most families place small marker near edge or teach children boundaries. After few weeks, everyone knows where it is. Not a safety issue in practice.
Q: FlatGround for young children (under 5)?
A: Excellent choice. Ground-level access perfect for toddlers – walk directly on. Safety consideration: young children may not realize it’s trampoline until taught. Supervise carefully initially.
Q: Does FlatGround add property value?
A: Yes! Irish estate agents confirm FlatGround adds €10,000-20,000 to premium properties. Shows quality, professional installation, premium feature buyers want. Particularly valuable high-end markets (Dublin suburbs, Cork coastal, luxury developments).
Q: What size FlatGround for typical premium suburban property?
A: 11ft or 12ft FlatGround most popular. Fits premium 8m × 10m gardens comfortably. Provides excellent jumping space without dominating garden. Total investment €2,699-€3,899 professionally installed.
Q: Coastal Ireland – is FlatGround best for wind?
A: YES – FlatGround is ULTIMATE wind solution. Ground-level = zero wind profile. Immune to Atlantic gales. Perfect for exposed Galway, Donegal, West Cork properties. Standard InGround also excellent, but FlatGround is absolute best for extreme wind exposure.
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