Playground Grass Synthetic Turf vs. Poured Rubber
When it comes to playground surfacing, there’s only one solution that checks off all the boxes—and it’s not poured rubber! Playground Grass™ synthetic turf outperforms other turf, mulch, rubber tiles, and poured rubber (also called poured-in-place rubber) surfaces in every way.
| Playground Grass | Poured Rubber | |
| ADA Compliant? | Yes | Yes |
| Non-Toxic? | Yes | Yes |
| Low-Slip? | Yes | Yes |
| Available in Multiple Colors? | Yes | Yes |
| 15-Year Warranty? | Yes | No |
| Efficient Drainage? | Yes | No |
| Flammable? | No | Yes |
| Prone to Fading? | No | Yes |
| Releases VOCs? | No | Yes |
Poured rubber just doesn’t cut it for playground surfacing.
Poured rubber…
Parents, teachers, and superintendents prefer Playground Grass synthetic turf over poured rubber.
Here’s why…
Playground Grass promotes accessibility, safety, and stimulation for all children.
15′ Critical Fall Height
Playground Grass synthetic turf meets the 15-foot critical fall height. When you choose Playground Grass, you choose a surfacing solution that exceeds expectations, not just meets them.
8 x 8 Safety Surface Warranty
Playground Grass synthetic turf is guaranteed to meet ASTM 1292 standards for 8 years at 8 feet. This means that there’s no regular replenishing needed to keep the surface safe—unlike poured rubber that must be maintained at a certain thickness to remain effective.
Tactile Sensory Stimulation
Children with autism spectrum disorders thrive with tactile sensory stimulation. A surface like poured rubber takes that away from their playground experience. Our synthetic grass gives kids the feel of natural grass without the ability to tear out blades.
Antistatic Technology
Did you know static buildup on playgrounds can harm children who rely on electronic medical devices like cochlear implants? Playground Grass staves off static with revolutionary XStatic™ Antistatic technology.
Create endless adventures with Playground Grass synthetic turf.
Both Playground Grass synthetic turf and poured rubber are available in a variety of colors, but Playground Grass empowers you to get creative and take your designs to the next level. There are so many ways to create a unique oasis of fun for kids:
PlayMounds™
Our line of prefabricated foam mounds that add contour and creativity to the playground landscape. With a protective layer of construction-grade expanded polypropylene (EPP), PlayMounds provide durable, long-lasting surface innovations.
Funscapes™
Playground Grass synthetic turf is more than just a surfacing material, it’s a comprehensive solution. Funscapes combine PlayMounds, Funserts™, and different types of synthetic grass to create fun, creative, and engaging play areas.
Schedule a no-cost Playground Grass consultation—and take your playground to the next level.
Interested in what Playground Grass synthetic turf can do for your playground? We’d love to help you find the right surfacing solution for your project. Contact us today for more information, or to request a free consultation with the Playground Grass team.
