Engineering innovation in safe surfacing
We offer safety surfacing options for all budgets and project types!
Playground Safety Surfacing
Playgrounds are exciting spaces that help in the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development of children. But this is also an area where kids tend to get injured. It’s easy for children to become so absorbed in play that they forget to be careful.
This is a space where they run, climb, swing, and slide. Some nicks and scratches are a part of a healthy childhood. However, we do need to prevent more serious injuries. In fact, around 200,000 children visit the emergency department of hospitals every year due to playground injuries, according to data provided by the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention). Most of these injuries are caused by falls. The best only way to minimize such injuries is by ensuring superior quality playground safety surfacing.
This is exactly what you get at MRC Recreation. All our products are carefully designed to meet the highest industry standards and after independent research on real life scenarios.
Playground Safety Surfacing
Choose from a wide range of playground safety surfacing:
- Engineered Wood Fiber
This provides the natural look of wood chips on the ground. It is highly cost effective, making it a popular option for those with budget constraints. - Recycled Rubber Mulch
This is made using 100% clean and recycled rubber tire material. It has great impact-absorption capabilities. Plus, there are dozens of colors to choose from. Although it is slightly higher in price than engineered wood fiber, recycled rubber mulch is exceptionally long-lasting, making it economical in the long run - Poured in Place Rubber
We have a best-in-class hybrid bi-layer system. It combines the durability, accessibility, and design options of a unitary system with the exceptional safety ratings of a loose fill system - Recycled Rubber Tiles
We offer a wide variety of recycled rubber tiles, including standard and interlocking tiles. Rubber tiles have a good choice for impact absorption, low maintenance, and accessibility. - Synthetic Turf
Wish your park or playground had lush green grass? With synthetic turf you do not need to spend hours maintaining it. Apart from its aesthetic appeal, this surfacing option also offers good impact absorption and drains easily.
Whatever your needs and budget, you can find the perfect playground safety surfacing at MRC Recreation. Check out the Playground Safety Surfacing 101 guide to learn which playground surfacing option is right for you. Contact us to know more!
Our safety surfacing products
We have surfacing solutions to fit all needs and budgets!
Engineered Wood Fiber
Engineered Wood Fiber
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- Engineered wood fiber is a popular choice for projects with initial budget constraints. However, it will require ongoing raking and occasional topping off during its lifetime due to compaction and decomposition. This maintenance will help ensure the correct material depth for compliance with safety and accessibility standards. While recycled rubber mulch requires similar maintenance, it is a more popular option since it does not break down over time.
Recycled Rubber Mulch
Recycled Rubber Mulch
The safest playground surfacing option!
- Made from 100% clean, recycled tire material, these resilient rubber chunks offer the best impact absorbing properties of all loose fill surfaces. It is unique among loose fill surfaces because of the color choices available. Despite the higher initial investment, Recycled Loose Fill Rubber can be more economical than Engineered Wood Fiber since it doesn't decompose, requiring fewer top-offs.
Poured in Place Rubber
Poured in Place Rubber
RubberBond Elevate
- Our revolutionary hybrid bi-layer system is the best unitary safety surfacing option in the industry and combines the superior safety ratings of a loose-fill system, with the accessibility, durability and design options of a unitary system. RubberBond Elevate features a vibrant, brightly colored EPDM particulate blend that stays colorfast for years. Easily installs over a variety of substrates, saving on costly concrete or asphalt sub-bases. Elevate utilizes a 1.5” EPDM top layer compared to our competitions .5”, while also offering an industry unprecedented 16’ fall height protection.
Recycled Rubber Tiles
Recycled Rubber Tiles
Maintenance free playground surfacing!
- We offer a full selection of tiles to meet your site-specific needs, including Interlocking Tiles and Standard Tiles (individually glued to sub-base). Both tile types are available in your choice of pigmented rubber top or EPDM top. Rubber tiles offer superior shock absorption, low maintenance, long wear, and accessibility. They are also perfect for indoor applications in addition to outdoor since there is no on site mixing required.
Synthetic Turf
Synthetic Turf
A natural, yet safe playground surfacing option
- Synthetic turf offers the beauty and natural feel of grass and protects playing children with impact absorption abilities. Synthetic turf is a great lower maintenance option and provides the benefit of quickly draining after rain. Systems approved for fall heights up to 12 feet over compacted aggregate or 11 feet over concrete. Routine raking is recommended to distribute infill and discourage blade compaction. All the cool feelings of grass under your toes without any watering or mowing!
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