RUBBER SURFACING FOR PLAYGROUNDS BRADENTON, FL
POURED-IN-PLACE RUBBER PLAYGROUND SURFACING
ADVANTAGES OF RUBBER PLAYGROUND FLOORING OR SURFACING
- ADA approved
- Provides permanent surfacing solution
- Very low maintenance
- High level of safety
- Lots of design and color options
- Consistent and Predictable Safe Fall Rating
Looking for Rubber Playground Flooring or Rubber Playground Surfacing Near Bradenton, FL?
What is Poured-In-Place or P-I-P Rubber Playground Surfacing?
•PIP Rubber Systems offer one of the best surfaces for ADA accessibility
and longevity.
•Standard PIP Installations include Ultimate Protection inserts under swing
bays and slide exits for increased wear protection in high traffic areas.
•Wear course is comprised of Standard EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene
Monomer) rubber granules or chose to upgrade to TPV (Thermoplastic
Vulcanizates) granules in 2 available sizes.
•A wide range of colors allows you to add an element of graphic fun to the
playground by creating inlaid shapes and themed designs.
•PIP can be designed with dimension for added play value and physical activity.•Urethane can also be upgraded for more flexibility and UV protection.•Cushion layer thickness is customized on site to meet your play equipment’s
unique and varying fall heights, saving you money.
•Poured rubber options for aquatic spaces also available.
What is Rubber Playground Flooring?
EPDM, P-I-P or Poured-in-place rubber playground surfacing is an excellent low-maintenance, colorful, safe and wheelchair accessible playground surface Poured-in-place rubber surfacing is a seamless surface formed with a two-layer system consisting of a wear layer of EPDM and a cushion layer of SBR that provides the shock absorption. The materials are bound together with a glue, or binder, and the product is poured and troweled in place like a concrete. It can be installed on crushed stone, concrete or asphalt.
Is Rubber Playground Surfacing Available in Different Colors?
Poured-in-place, (PIP) is available in a variety of patterns and colors. This is one of the best features outside of the safety of the surfacing, considering it takes what should be a functional component of the play area, the fall cushioning, and turns it into a play component with the addition of shapes, and changes to the colors. Varying the color options also allows you to accentuate or differentiate the play areas which is recommended for kids of varying ages and abilities. We recommend with an area of 2,000 sf or more to use at least two different color blends.
What is the highest playground we can have with rubber playground flooring?
Our PIP is fall rated up to 12’ high.
What kind of maintenance is required for rubber playground flooring?
Maintenance includes periodic cleaning or blowing off of large debris. Examine the surfacing regularly for excessive wearing, spidering, cracking and peeling. Budget an additional $1.25 per square foot for reapplication of the binding agent (reseal) to the wear cap, to extend the life of the product. Do not allow sand or other fine debris to coat the rubber surfacing because it will fill the voids and pockets that provide the safety cushion and make the surfacing harder upon impact.
How much does Poured-in-place Rubber Playground Surfacing Cost?
Prices typically range from $8 to $14 per square foot installed with a standard sub-base of compacted stone aggregate. Additional costs may be incurred with thicker material for higher fall heights, additional drainage, or patterns and custom color selections.
What is the Warranty for Rubber Playground Flooring?
Our warranty is 5 years on the installed product, however, many installations have been in place for a decade.
Where to buy Rubber Flooring for Playgrounds near Tampa | Bradenton | Fort Myers | Naples?
Florida Playgrounds and Shade, Inc. installs Poured-in-place Rubber Playground Systems from Tampa, St. Pete and Clearwater, down to Bradenton & Sarasota, as well as Fort Myers and Naples. We stand behind our products and each of our loyal customers 100%, continuously offering our family of customers the most extensive support possible. If you have existing artificial turf that needs repairs, please contact us for an evaluation. We’ll send a technician to diagnose and quote for a repair.
Given its colorful and playful appeal, low maintenance, safe and accessible performance, PIP is the most popular option for playground planners looking to create an impact with park guests.