(Bonus: We sell a selection of rubber mulch and can answer any questions you may have! Contact us to learn more!) Pros: However, it can be a more expensive option (although considering it’s longevity, the cost over time may be worth it) and since much of the rubber mulch available today is made from recycled tires, the long term safety and toxicity effects are still largely unknown. It lasts longer, requires almost no maintenance, and won’t attract unwanted pests. Rubber mulch is growing in popularity as playground turf and can seem like an ideal alternative to wood mulch. Since the wood will lose color and decompose over time, you’ll have to refresh it every now and then with new mulch. Like any natural product, wood mulch requires regular upkeep to keep it looking and performing its best.So look for wood mulch that is free from dyes and harsh chemicals. The dyes that many available wood mulches are made with may not be safe for littles to play on or with.Splinters can be a problem, though wood mulch made specifically for playground use is made to reduce the occurrence of splinters.Affordable and easily available at your local hardware store.(Bonus: We sell it! Contact us to learn more!) Pros: However, as with any natural surface, it requires a fair amount of maintenance to keep it looking and performing its best and it may not be the most comfortable surface under summertime bare feet. It’s versatile enough to work with any landscaping and adds a beautiful natural touch to your playscape. Wood mulch looks great as playground turf. REMINDER: Whatever surface you choose, make sure it is level and extends at least 6 feet in every direction (even farther near swings and slides) for optimal safety. So today we’re going continue our search for the ideal surface to install underneath your backyard vinyl playset. We parents are busy (not to mention tired).Īs much as I love the idea of installing a playset directly over grass (it seems so easy), I’m not interested in spending my summer weekends pulling weeds out from underneath the play structure where the mower can’t reach (not so easy after all).Īnd tho my kids and I all love the feel of sand beneath our feet, I really don’t want to worry about my kids stepping in (or, dare I say, picking up) unpleasant little presents from neighborhood cats.Īnd although I do like the pea gravel option, I’m not super excited about constantly combing up the tiny stones my toddler will inevitably throw all over the lawn so I don’t accidently mow over them (because ouch!). Hello! If you’re just joining us, feel free to start with Part 1 of “What Should I Put Under my Backyard Playset” in which I cover the pros and cons of grass (or dirt), sand, and pea gravel.Īs a parent of rambunctious littles, I am keenly aware of the importance of safety when it comes to choosing a backyard playset. But when it comes to figuring out what to put underneath it, the next thought to cross my mind is, “but how much work will it be to maintain?”īecause, let’s be honest.
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