Rubber Mulch Blog

We all want our homes to have curb appeal and be made up of parts that are low-maintenance, safe, and durable at the same time. The same holds true for our gardens and landscapes. Rubber mulch is fast gaining popularity as an option for various landscaping applications given its inherent qualities. However, given its relatively new entry into the market, it has also been been met with some skepticism regarding health and safety. Chief among the concerns is whether it gets too hot, especially in the summer.

Rubber mulch is like a gardening/ground cover for all seasons. It’s always there for you to keep your plants healthy and your yard neat, come rain or come shine. However, there is an ideal time to put down rubber mulch - it’s during spring. This holds true whether it’s for your gardening needs, as landscaping, or as protective surface for a playground.

The primary role of playground surfacing materials should be to provide safety and protection, for children on the playground. The debate on whether rubber mulch or pea gravel is the better option is still an ongoing one, whether it’s among playground builders, parents, or concerned folks alike.

In order to make an informed choice between the two, it is important to look at the different attributes they offer to see how they measure up.