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Forest Floor Bound Rubber Mulch
Cost-Effective & Easily Installed Forest Floor Surfacing
Explore the cost-effective and hassle-free choice of our forest floor playground mulch surfacing, designed to deliver safe all-weather play. This surface is produced from polyurethane-bound rubber mulch, it requires a suitable sub-base and can be installed around your existing equipment, ensuring a safe and reliable all-weather play surface.
The Benefits of Edspace Forest Floor Bound Rubber Mulch for Children's Play Areas in the UK
Edspace Forest Floor bound rubber mulch is an innovative and highly effective surface material designed specifically for children's play areas. Its unique properties offer numerous advantages, making it an ideal option against traditional wet-pour surfaces when installed in a rural setting.
Superior Safety Features
Edspace Forest Floor provides a soft, cushioned surface that significantly reduces the risk of injuries from falls. Its excellent shock-absorbing properties meet and exceed UK safety standards, offering schools peace of mind. The material helps prevent serious injuries, ensuring that children can play safely.
Durability & Longevity
Rubber mulch is exceptionally durable and long-lasting, able to withstand the UK's varied weather conditions without deteriorating. Edspace Forest Floor bound rubber mulch does not break down over time. Its robust nature provides a cost-effective solution for play area safer surfacing.
Minimal Maintenance
Maintaining Edspace Forest Floor bound rubber mulch is straightforward and hassle-free. It does not require frequent raking, or topping up like traditional bark surfaces, it remains in position and does not migrate to the edge of the play area. This low maintenance requirement saves time and resources.
Environmental Benefits
Edspace Forest Floor bound rubber mulch is made from recycled materials, contributing to environmental sustainability. Utilising recycled rubber helps reduce waste and supports eco-friendly practices. Choosing this material aligns with the UK's commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainability.
Weather Resistance
Forest Floor mulch is highly resistant to the UK's unpredictable weather. It does not freeze in winter, nor does it become excessively hot in summer, providing a safe and comfortable playing surface year-round. Additionally, it has excellent drainage properties, preventing water accumulation and reducing the risk of slips and falls.
Accessibility, Non-Toxic & Allergen-Free
Edspace Forest Floor bound rubber mulch is non-toxic and does not emit harmful chemicals, ensuring it is safe for children to play on. It also does not support the growth of mildew, or fungi, which can be a concern with the traditional bark mulch. This surface is designed to be inclusive and accessible, meeting the requirements of the UK's Disability Discrimination Act (DDA). Its stable, even surface makes it easy for children with mobility aids to navigate, ensuring that playgrounds are welcoming and usable for all children, regardless of their physical abilities.
Edspace Forest Floor bound rubber mulch is a superior choice for children's play areas in a rural setting, offering unmatched safety, durability, and environmental benefits. Its low maintenance needs, weather resistance, non-toxic nature, and accessibility make it a practical and sustainable option. By choosing this innovative surface material, playground operators can ensure a safe, inclusive, and appealing environment for children to play and thrive.
