How Long Do Trampolines Last? A Guide for Irish Families

✍️ Gary and the Trampolines Ireland Team — Ireland's leading trampoline experts!

A budget trampoline typically lasts 2 to 4 years in Irish weather. A premium BERG or Springfree trampoline lasts 10 years or more, and because the mat, net, springs and padding are all replaceable, the frame can keep going well beyond that.

Type	Typical lifespan in Ireland	Frame warranty
Budget	2-4 years	Often 1 year or less
Mid-range	5-8 years	2-5 years
BERG	10+ years	8 years (Favorit) or 13 years (Champion, Elite) when registered
Springfree	10+ years	See Springfree's warranty on each product page

What wears out first

A trampoline rarely fails all at once. One part goes, and on a cheap model it isn't worth fixing.

• The net takes the most weather. Wind works the netting and poles constantly, and UV weakens the mesh. It's usually the first thing to replace.
• The padding cracks once water gets into the foam. Good padding uses closed-cell foam and a heavy PVC cover that doesn't soak up rain.
• The springs rust or lose tension. You'll notice a dead or uneven bounce. Springfree has no springs; it uses flexible rods under the mat.
• The mat fades and frays at the stitching after years of UV and rain.
• The frame is what decides whether the trampoline is worth repairing. A frame that's galvanised inside and out survives Irish damp. A painted frame rusts from the joints within a few seasons.

Why Irish weather shortens a trampoline's life

• Rain and damp rust cheap frames from the inside, where you can't see it.
• Wind lifts and drops unanchored trampolines, which bends frames and loosens joints. Every winter brings storm damage that anchoring would have prevented.
• Frost cracks cheap padding and stitching.
• Coastal air speeds up corrosion on anything that isn't properly galvanised.

How long do BERG trampolines last?

BERG frames are hot-dip galvanised steel, and the warranty reflects that: 8 years on the Favorit frame and 13 years on the Champion and Elite when you register the trampoline. Springs are covered for 2 years on the Favorit and 5 on the Champion and Elite; the mat and padding for 2 years, with Elite padding at 5.

The bigger point is that every BERG part is replaceable. When the net or padding wears out after years of use, you replace that part, not the trampoline. We carry one of the largest stocks of genuine BERG parts in Ireland.

How long do Springfree trampolines last?

Springfree replaces steel springs with flexible composite rods under the mat, and the steel frame sits below the jumping surface rather than around it. With no springs to rust or stretch, there's less to wear out. As Ireland's only Springfree stockist, we also bring in Springfree replacement parts from Springfree UK when you need them.

How to make a trampoline last longer

1. Anchor it. The single biggest thing you can do in Ireland. Our anchoring guide covers every surface.
2. Check it after storms. Look at the net, padding and springs, and re-tension anchor straps.
3. Fix small tears early. A repair kit costs far less than a new mat or net.
4. Keep it clear. Brush off leaves and debris so the mat dries out.
5. No shoes, pets or sharp objects on the mat.
6. Replace worn parts rather than the whole trampoline.

The cost over time

A €350 budget trampoline replaced every three years costs about €1,400 over twelve years. A BERG bought once costs less than that, bounces better every year, and is still repairable at the end of it.

When is it time to replace a trampoline?

Replace the trampoline, rather than parts, when the frame itself is the problem: rust through at the joints, a bent tube, or legs that no longer sit level. A worn net, mat, padding or springs is a parts job. Our guide on when to replace your trampoline goes through the checks.

Frequently asked questions

How long do trampolines last?

A budget trampoline typically lasts 2 to 4 years in Irish weather. A premium BERG or Springfree lasts 10 years or more, and replaceable parts keep it going beyond that.

How long does a BERG trampoline last?

10 years or more. BERG's frame warranty is 8 years on the Favorit and 13 years on the Champion and Elite when registered, and every other part can be replaced.

Can you leave a trampoline out all winter in Ireland?

Yes, if it's a galvanised trampoline that's properly anchored. Check it after every storm and take the net off before a severe weather warning.

Is it worth repairing an old trampoline?

If the frame is sound, yes. Nets, mats, padding and springs are all replaceable on BERG and Springfree, and cost a fraction of a new trampoline.

Questions about an older trampoline or which parts you need? Call 01 960 1641 (ROI) or 028 3756 8930 (NI), Mon-Sat 9am-6pm.