Outdoor Surfacing
What to Consider
Age of users of your space:
Little ones do best with smooth, soft surfaces for safe running and no material to end up in mouths!!
ADA accessibility:
While many material are ADA approved, smoother surfaces without loose material to get stuck in wheelchairs, is a better choice.
Maintenance:
Some materials require regular maintenance while others require nearly none.
Installation cost:
Installation costs can vary, but often balance out with product lifespan and maintenance costs.
Pros:
- Colors & designs
- Uniform, no-trip surface
- Inhibits microbial growth
- Long lasting
- Minimal maintenance
Cons:
- Higher cost to install
Poured in place Rubber
Pros:
- High safety
- Low maintenance
- Moderate install cost
Cons:
- Warping due to temperature change diminishes safety
- Shorter lifespan
Rubber Tiles
Pros:
- Low cost to install
- Moderate safety
Cons:
Needs regular maintenance, inspection & addition of material to maintain safety over time
Engineered Wood Fiber
Pros:
- Long lifespan
- Low maintenance
- Low water needs
- No mowing
- Unaffected by extreme weather
Cons:
- Higher installation cost
Artificial Turf
Pros:
- Once Installed, No Maintenance
- Grass Continues to Grow
- Durable & Long-Lasting
- Quick & Easy Installation
- ADA Approved
- Safety Tested
Cons:
- Higher upfront cost
Grass Mats
Pros:
- Multiple colors
- Lower instal cost
- Lasts longer than wood
- Less microbial activity
Cons:
- Needs regular maintenance, inspection & addition of material to maintain safety over time