Should I use some type of substrate under my playground?
Is SLRM toxic?
Does SLRM stay wet?
Does SLRM get hot?
How long will SLRM last?
What if SLRM gets thrown?
How should I install SLRM?
How is SLRM sold?
How long will the color on SLRM last?

Should I use some type of substrate under my playground?

YES! 75% of all injuries attributed to play systems are caused by falls. Most of these injuries could be easily prevented. Aside from protecting your children, using SLRM will make it easier and quicker to cut your grass, will protect your Play System from getting damaged by the lawn mower or grass trimmer and will eliminate muddy areas from developing in your Play System area. Critical Fall Test results are available at your retailer.

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Is SLRM toxic?

NO! SLRM is non-toxic. MSD (Material Safety Data) sheets are available upon request at your retailer.

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Does SLRM stay wet?

NO! SLRM does not absorb water and will not become compact so water drains through it. One of the best attributes of SLRM is that 15-30 minutes after it rains kids can go back outside and play without getting wet or dirty.

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Does SLRM get hot?

Any type of surfacing product can become warm on very hot days. Since SLRM does not become compact, it has room for air to circulate. These pockets of air allow the heat to escape keeping the mulch much cooler than expected. Unlike a blacktop driveway that absorbs heat, it is our experience that SLRM can be played on throughout the summer.

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How long will SLRM last?

SLRM is made of 100% rubber. Since it doesn't decompose, SLRM will last many years without needing additional applications. Variables such as sun, rain and use MAY eventually fade SLRM. Since the mulch is made from recycled tire buffings if it fades it will only change from black to a light black.

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What if SLRM gets thrown?

Unlike wood mulch and pea gravel, SLRM is highly unlikely to cause any type of injury if a child throws it at another child.

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How should I install SLRM?

In most cases we recommend installing SLRM on top of your existing yard. Just put down a "typical" landscape fabric and spread the mulch over it. Unlike wood mulch products which are organic and decompose to create fertilizer, SLRM is inorganic and will naturally inhibit grass from growing once applied.

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How is SLRM sold?

SLRM is sold in 40 lb. bags. This makes delivery or pick up very easy. Unlike bulk products, no special equipment is needed for transporting or spreading SLRM.

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How long will the color on SLRM last?

After 3 years of researching colored mulch products and the different techniques to color rubber, Re-Tek had come to the conclusion that no colored rubber product will hold its artificial color indefinitely. Some companies warranty against total color loss (basically no warranty), some companies say their product will have minimal color loss for 5 years (how do you determine minimal?). At Re-Tek, we can tell you the following:

# 1 - We searched and found the best coloring agent we could find (in our opinion).
# 2 - Because of the nature of rubber and with children running and jumping on the mulch it is impossible to not expect that some color will not chip off over time. Colored mulch that is used for landscape uses has little to no color loss problem.
# 3 - If you're concerned about the coloring not lasting, we offer SLRM in Black also.
# 4 - As an honest company, we will tell you that coloring is not warranted (as opposed to having a warranty that means nothing - see above), and that over time some color may chip off.  At this time we have sold the colored rubber product since 2004 and are very happy with the results.

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