Our playground mulch is the ultimate surfacing solution for safer, longer-lasting play. Engineered to deliver superior shock absorption, this mulch helps reduce the risk of injury from falls, offering peace of mind for schools, parks, and anyone designing a kid-friendly space. It meets or exceeds safety standards, and its soft, springy texture keeps play inviting and comfortable underfoot. Made from clean, recycled rubber, it’s built to last through years of heavy use without breaking down, compacting, or flying away in the wind. With minimal maintenance required, you can spend less time raking and replacing—and more time enjoying the results. Choose from a wide variety of vibrant color options to match your playground’s theme or environment. Whether you're creating a natural look or a bold pop of fun, there's a shade that fits. This size-to-fit option ensures you get exactly what you need, making installation a breeze. It’s durability, safety, and color—wrapped in one smart package. For your convenience, the rubber mulch is shipped in bulk super sacks (approx. 2,000 lbs) or pallets of individual bags. Unless you have a forklift to lift the super sacks, we suggest ordering by the bag. This rubber mulch meets or exceeds the guidelines from the United States CPS guidelines for playground surfacing. In terms of ADA standards and wheelchair accessibility, our rubber mulch meets ASTM F1951-99 standards. A 6-inch compacted layer provides 14' of critical fall protection per ASTM F1292-04 -- one of the best values for your money in playground surfacing. Size & Grading: approximately 3/4", with natural size variation (3/8"–7/8" range), meeting the strict ASTM 3012-22 sieve requirement standards. Per approx. 2,000 lb order: 240 square feet at 4 inch depth 160 square feet at 6 inch depth 120 square feet at 8 inch depth Freight cost is additional. Remains soft and flexible for all climates. Non-organic and doesn't promote rodent snake or insect infestation. Unlike wood and natural products, Rubber Mulch will not rapidly decompose. Backed by a 10-year color warranty. Polyurethane coating provides superior adhesion and abrasion resistance, and comes in a variety of colors. Non-staining: the color will not rub off on children's clothes or pets. Requires a compacted 4" for fall heights 6' and under and a compacted 6" for fall heights 14' and under. The uncoated option is an unfinished rubber mulch that shows the materials textile fibers and only comes in black at a much reduced rate.
