TDP Catalog

PlaygroundSurfaces

Tire-derivedplayground surfaces such as playgroundmulch, nuggets, pour-in-place, slide and swingmats andmodular safety tiles havebeen around formore than four decade. Interlocking tiles and synthetic turf playgroundswith crumb rubber infill aremuchnewer. Tire-derivedplayground surfaces are an alternative towood, sand andother aggregates. Compliance to injury reduction and accessibility requirements are critical components toplayground surfaces.

Playground SurfaceBenefitsMay Include: • Durable and resilient to various climates andexposure toelements • Compliance to accessibility requirements • Varietyof choices for cost, performance,maintenance anddurability • Diverse choiceof colors and customdesigns • Low installation andmaintenance costs • Minimizes dust anddoes not attract harmful insects and termites • Reduced injuries from fallingdue to shock absorption • Resilient surface tohelp reduce stress on joins andbones • Stays inplaceonce installed • Water permeable • Non-toxic, environmentally-friendlymaterial • LEED contribution

Playground SurfaceApplicationsMay Include: • Parks andRecreation • Schools • DayCareCenters • AquaticParks • Residential