Safe play and sports solutions are everything to us. Our entire focus is on bringing the best safety solutions to outdoor surfacing, playgrounds and sports arenas. We are your #1 source for impact protection in unitary surfacing worldwide.
RUBBER MULCH SAFETY
Rubber Mulch is aware of the high incidence of play area mishaps in the USA. Every year, emergency rooms all over the country treat at least 200,000 playground-related injuries. For decades, gravel and wood chips have become standard playground surfaces even if they inadvertenly contribute to this alarming statistic.
Playsafer Rubber Mulch can provide extra shock absorption for when kids fall or stumble while at play. With proper installation and adequate depth (around six inches), a rubber mulch surface will give up to 16 feet of critical fall height protection compared to gravel or wood mulch. It can cushion many mishaps and help your child avoid fractures, brain trauma, and other playground-related injuries.
Playsafer has been proven time and again to be the best rubber playground mulch and protection surface. Its main benefits include:
- Unmatched shock absobency.
- Significant reduction of playground injuries - creates safer playgrounds.
- Non-toxic.
- Minimal maintenance.
- Will not attract insects or rodents.
- Stands up to extreme weather conditions.
- Exceptional longevity.
- Won’t dirty up kids’ clothing, skin, and hair.
- Cost-effective long-term option to regular playground infills.
- Recommended by the consume product safety commission to use as playground surface.
- Up to 60% savings versus engineered wood fiber or wood mulch in playground application.
- Requires up to 50% less material than wood mulch.
- Does not float, absorb water or blow away.
- All our products are proudly made in the USA, and are GSA, ASTM, and IPEMA certified.
Playsafer rubber mulch is an exceptional playground protection surface, as it provides unmatched shock absorbency, and greatly reduces the incidence of playground injuries. Unlike other loose fill surfaces, Playsafer rubber mulch nuggets require minimal maintenance, dry quickly after rain and will not decompose. Its exceptional longevity makes Playsafer rubber mulch a very cost effective option for play areas and playgrounds.
Rubber Mulch for Playgrounds FAQ
What is rubber mulch for playgrounds and what are its primary characteristics?
Rubber mulch for playgrounds is a special type of ground covering made from old shredded tires. It's designed to make playgrounds safer. The main features are: it's great at soaking up impact to prevent injuries from falls, it lasts a long time (10-20 years), it's easy to care for because it doesn't break down or attract bugs, and it's good for the environment since it's made from recycled stuff. Plus, it lets water drain easily and comes in different colors to make playgrounds look nice.
What are the benefits of using rubber mulch for playground surfacing?
Rubber mulch has many benefits as a playground surface. It's great at soaking up impact, which means fewer injuries from falls. It lasts a long time and doesn't break down, get moldy, mildew, or attract pests, so it needs very little upkeep and saves you money in the long run. Plus, rubber mulch is good for the planet because it's made from old tires. It also drains water well and comes in many colors to make playgrounds look better.
Why is rubber mulch considered a superior playground surfacing material compared to alternatives?
Compared to other options like wood chips or sand, rubber mulch is a much better playground surface. It's great at absorbing shock, which really lowers the chance of injuries from falls. It also lasts a long time-10 to 20 years-without breaking down, getting moldy, or attracting pests. This means you don't have to maintain it as much as other choices. Plus, it's made from old tires, making it good for the environment, and it drains well, so play areas stay drier and safer.
Is Rubber Mulch more costly than organic-based mulch?
Rubber mulch generally has a higher upfront purchase price than organic alternatives. However, this is largely an investment, as its durability and minimal degradation lead to significant long-term savings by eliminating the need for annual replacement.
Playsafer Rubber Mulch | Cocoa Brown
$749.00 $769.00
- 12 year color guarantee!
- It will not blow away or wash away in storms
- Reduces bug and rodent infestation and does not attract ants
Playsafer Rubber Mulch | Painted Black
$749.00 $769.00
- 12 year color guarantee!
- Color doesn’t rub-off or bleed on to clothing
- Reduces bug and rodent infestation and does not attract ants
Playsafer Rubber Mulch | Terra Cotta Red
$749.00 $769.00
- 12 year color guarantee!
- It will not blow away or wash away in storms
- Reduces bug and rodent infestation and does not attract ants
Playsafer Rubber Mulch | Blue
$749.00 $769.00
- 12 year color guarantee!
- It will not blow away or wash away in storms
- Reduces bug and rodent infestation and does not attract ants
Playsafer Rubber Mulch | Unpainted Black
$599.00
- Unpainted black mulch is not painted solid black and will look black and gray
- Bags are 40 lbs./1.55 cu. ft.
- It will not blow away or wash away in storms
Playsafer Rubber Mulch | Green
$749.00 $769.00
- 12 year color guarantee!
- It will not blow away or wash away in storms
- Reduces bug and rodent infestation and does not attract ants
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