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Natural Surfacing

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Natural Wood Playground Surface

Our engineered wood fiber consists of recently harvested North American hardwoods including Oak, Maple, Ash, Hickory, Beech and Locust. All woods are debarked and free of soil, leaves, twigs, and other contaminates which hasten decomposition.
 

Handicapped Accessible

Absolutely no soft woods are permitted due to their inferior surface stability for handicapped accessibility and the rapid rate of decomposition. The natural wood play surface is processed through a tub grinder using a 1-inch screen.
 

No Chemical Treatments

The moisture content of this terrific playground surface is between 25-55% by weight. No chemical treatments or additives have been used,  and no recycled wood from pallets or waste wood is used.
 

Life Expectancy 3 to 5 years

The life expectancy of the wood fiber material is 3 to 5 years when installed with the appropriate drainage, and with proper maintenance, though decomposition will occur with all untreated wood products.
 

Safety and Accessibility Compliance

The wood fiber complies to ASTM F-12922-99 (shock absorbing test) and also complies to ASTM F-1951-99 (wheelchair accessibility test). Copies of these test results are available upon request.
 
We recommend 12" of wood fiber installed over properly drained soil as appropriate, safe and accessible playground surfacing.


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