Rubber Mulch vs. Wood Mulch for Home Playgrounds
Mulch safety surfacing is popular in playgrounds because it's water-permeable and impact-absorbent. Traditionally, homeowners with playgrounds used wood mulch to provide a soft surface for their children. However, in recent years, rubber mulch has become a popular alternative. Is rubber...
Rubber vs. Foam Gym Flooring: Things to Consider
Gym flooring serves two purposes. It provides padding to make floor-based exercises more comfortable and helps protect the floor from damage caused by heavy exercise equipment. Two popular gym flooring options are rubber and foam. Each option has benefits and...
The Benefits of Rubber Pool Decks for Homes
Combine comfort, safety and style in your poolside space with a rubber pool deck from Softroc. Our surfaces stay cool underfoot so you don't have to hunt for your shoes when lounging poolside or after a swim. Whether you're refreshing...
What Is Rubber Safety Surfacing?
Rubber surfacing is found in many different environments, from playground surfaces to pool decks and gym floors. If you need flooring that's rugged, durable, slip-resistant and impact-absorbent, rubber is the ideal choice. Benefits of Rubber Safety Surfacing Rubber safety surfacing offers...
Pour-in-Place Rubber vs. Rubber Floor Tiles
Rubber surfaces are everywhere, from busy playgrounds to private home gyms. Rubber surfacing offers shock absorption, slip resistance, bounce and a comfortable feel underfoot. It’s also easy to clean and fast to install. Many choose rubber to protect against falls...
Child’s Play: Ensuring Safety With the Right Playground Surfacing
Children at play are full of energy, curiosity and an insatiable desire for fun. However, this playful enthusiasm can sometimes lead to unintended accidents, with trips, falls and tumbles being common on playgrounds. Ensuring the safety of young adventurers using...
