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Recycle article  from EarthTimes RubbeRecycle donates Rubber Mulch in honor of Earth Day and Arbor Day.

On Arbor Day cities across the country will celebrate by cleaning up parks and planting trees. In honor of the day, RubbeRecycle donated and installed rubber mulch for a playground used by a local Little League team to both save trees and increase safety for our kids.

The playground is used by the siblings and friends of the Toms River, New Jersey, East Little League Team. The safety surface was engineered wood fiber that was continuously an issue. It was always wet and in need of yearly replenishment. RubbeRecycle worked with the Toms River Little League to put in a new rubber surface to increase the safety, safe money on yearly replenishment costs and to do their part by saving beautiful trees from unnecessary destruction.

“The playground that the younger children can play on while their siblings and friends play baseball had some serious safety concerns,” said Toms River East Little League Safety Director, Dr. Frank Sommerer. Dr. Sommerer is the clinical director of Shore Pointe Chiropractic in Toms River and has been in private practice for 20 years. He has served as team Chiropractic Physician for the Lakewood BlueClaws, the minor league affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies since their inception. He is also a team Chiropractor for the Toms River East baseball program and for many other area high schools, recreational teams and organizations.

Dr. Sommerer states,”The playground mulch that we have been using was in constant need of replenishment. Despite our drainage system, it was always damp and retaining moisture. As our season opener was approaching, I noticed that the playground surface seemed very hard. It seemed that although early spring was upon us, the nights were still dipping near freezing causing our safety surface to freeze.” After researching wood fiber, I learned that many of these manufacturers claim this potentially life threatening flaw in tiny, hidden disclaimers.

As the Safety Director and a doctor, he was concerned. “I see plenty of bone injuries in my practice and felt that we needed a better solution. We decided that wood fiber was no longer a safe or environmentally sound choice for our children. We chose to use “Playsafer” rubber mulch manufactured by Rubberecycle. I immediately noticed a difference. The surface is unbelievably soft and dry! I feel comfortable knowing that our children are much safer while playing on the tot lot.”

Rubberecycle rubber mulch is a unique product that consists of granular rubber particles, also referred to as rubber chunks, nuggets and shredded rubber. Playground mulch tire chips conform to all CPSC safety guidelines and has earned ADA approval, making playgrounds safe for our children while preserving the environment.  It’s available in an array of vibrant colors to enhance your playground. Playground Rubber Mulch’s effectiveness in reducing playground injuries has been proven as a safe playground safety surface, so parents can now relax while their children are having a great time!

Happy Earth Day from Rubberecycle rubber mulch! We turn recycled tires into practical and safe solutions for playgrounds, landscaping and more.

Rubber mulches have got lots of benefits in today’s world. There are several research organizations which have declared rubber mulches not to be harmful when used. They can be used a widespread for a play area. This will offer better grip for the players and also acts as a shock absorbing material. This will prevent the players from getting injured. Parents can be relaxed allowing their children to play in the ground. Rain can no longer play the spoilsport when you have the urge to play. The expected life span for the mulches is said to be 20 to 25 years. They are highly inexpensive and the most preferred one. It is important to stick to mulches that are obtained from natural sources.

Rubber mulch provides the safe play ground or play area for kids. Rubber mulch is manufactured from used rubber that has been reprocessed. You can use the rubber mulch for the children’s play area or for your own backyard or garden. You get the rubber mulch in so many different colors that you can even landscape your garden with it.

Here are some benefits of rubber mulch:

• It comes in different colors.
• It does not catch dust
• It cannot blow away in the storm.
• It cannot melt or rot, therefore will not smell.
• It does not be a magnet for insects.
• If the kids fall down on the rubber mulch while playing they will bounce off it and will not injure themselves.
• Its durability makes it long lasting.

When it comes to playground children safety surface. Rubberecycle mulch is the right answer for all the worries. Rubbermulch is very commonly and widely used in the children’s play area for its safety and providing character.

BENEFITS

• Does not blow away

• Does not float away

• Does not decay

• Does not sink into the ground

• Does not feed house insects

• Does smell, mat or mould

• Impedes weed growth

• Water and nutrients permeate

• Sage for flowers, plants and pets

• Improves landscaping

• Many designer colors available.

• Saves time, money and the back.

• Lasts many years

• Good for playgrounds (twice the cushioning effect of sand or gravel)

• Cost effective.

• Safe for children

BEWARE

As we have seen, rubber mulch is made from ground up recycled tires and therefore it has generated a lot of discussion on its use, and the consequent dangers and risks. There are two schools of thought on this issue.   One thought says that it is beneficial to use rubber mulch. The manufacturers of rubber mulch have commissioned this study. On the other hand, an independent school of thought says that it is toxic and dangerous.

Rubber mulches are the apt materials to be applied for landscaping. They offer a marvelous look and a splendid presence to the play area. They come in various colors and sizes. They prevent the growth of weeds and prevent soil erosion. The showers cannot play the spoilsport anymore as they completely absorb the water. However, there are certain controversies revolve around rubber mulches. Scientists say that it may damage the roots of the plants by preventing the entry of nutrients in the soil. The by-product is harmful for the children and others who use the mulches. However, these allegations are not proved right and even the First Lady of United States has given her support for the use of rubber mulches.

The invention of rubber mulch has solved many of our problems. First of all, the mounds of discarded rubber tires were threatening to become an imploding environmental disaster till several years ago. Secondly, the quest for different mulches for agricultural and gardening requirements was causing more and more trees being cut, resulting in another kind of ecological degradation. Rubber mulch has killed both the birds with the proverbial single stone.

For making rubber mulch, used rubber tire treads are processed under high temperature and pressure to remove chemical and metallic impurities and then grounded into crumbs. The resultant material is well suited as ground cover for a plethora of operations. It prevents harmful growth of pests, weeds and prevents soil erosion and loss of sub-soil moisture. Unlike other mulches like pine needles, wood shavings etc, it does not decay easily. It can be maintained easily and you need not worry about storms and rain washing away the rubber granules.

Colored mulches add color to the environs and are very well suited for gardening. Slugs, termites and other pests do not come near areas covered with rubber mulch. Playground mulch acts as soft cushions in playgrounds, equestrian arena and training fields. Overall, rubber mulch has proved itself as a very useful and environment friendly material in its short period of existence so far.

Although regular maintenance requires effort, it is definitely a lot cheaper than having repairs done every month. Below are 3 tips to ensure your dorm’s consistent safety and hygiene, with the help of rubber mulch.

1. Common restrooms

Shared restrooms are the most common breeding ground for disease-inducing bacteria and various fungi. Apart from having tenants wear flip-flops, you can use rubber mulch to line shower floors and changing rooms. This way, it will be easier to clean the restrooms without having to use a toothbrush to get rid of the grime in between tiles.

Made with recycled rubber granules, rubber mulch sheets are easy to clean. Water, soap and perhaps a big squeegee are all you need. You can leave it to dry or have a fan air dry the restroom.

2. Kitchen and dining area

The kitchen area is prone to big messes especially if tenants prepare and cook their own food. Like modern restaurants, you can be a step ahead and install rubber mulch strips where traffic is high. Doing so not only reduces slipping incidents, it also makes food mess easier to clean.

To protect the kitchen floor and to preserve kitchen equipment, you can pad refrigerators, ovens, ranges, and even storage units with rubber mulch.

3. The gym

If the dorm you run offers a common gym or a fitness room, rubber mulch can work better as a safety precaution instead of the usual rubber mats. Ordinary mats easily get deformed, rendering them useless.

Professional gyms install affordable rubber mulch flooring to protect athletes from injury and to save the gym equipment from early wear and tear.

Rubber mulch is an effective shock absorber. Using rubber mulch for flooring, especially in playgrounds and kiddie gyms, will definitely lessen the number of accidents and fall-related injuries.

Rubber mulch is also non-toxic, so it’s safe to allow toddlers and young children to enjoy themselves on rubber mulch flooring.

Rubber mulch also comes in a wide variety of colors that allows you to incorporate safety features without dimming the place.

2. Rubber mulch allows you to maximize home space

Rubber mulch can be made into efficient surface dividers. You don’t have to spend a lot to add walls and extensions. Rubber mulch flooring can help you turn an underused corner into your home gym. You can also make use of rubber mulch to partition your backyard to fit a mini-playground for your children.

There are different rubber mulch colors to choose from. You can go for single solid colors or explore mixing colors and gradations to complement your interiors. Best of all, rubber mulch requires minimal to zero maintenance. It is weatherproof and durable enough to withstand constant impact.

3. Rubber mulch does not rot

Gardening is made easier with rubber mulch. Traditionally, gardeners use wood mulch for their beds and potted plants. However, the wood rots after a few days, producing a horrible smell. Worse, if you don’t immediately take out the rotting wood, diseases and infections could threaten your plants.

Rubber mulch is an excellent replacement for wood mulch. Rubber mulch doesn’t rot, so you won’t have to dedicate a lot of time just for replacing wood mulch. Rubber mulch can also be used to separate flower beds while adding color variety to your garden space.

4. Rubber mulch naturally allows the automotive industry to recycle

Rubber mulch is made from rubber granules that come from old tires. Before rubber mulch, old tires were just left in landfills or worse, thrown out to the sea. With the increase in demand for rubber mulch, new use has been found for old tires.

It’s great if your children are active in community sports or are part of athletic teams in school. Although they are given the time to formally train, children usually get jitters before a competition like pro athletes do. They’d like to practice as much as they can. It is a good idea to provide them with a venue to train at home.

This way, you can supervise them, encourage them, and even train with them—it’s also like having a playground at home. Bringing training to your backyard can even encourage the rest of your family to lead a healthy lifestyle.

Work out a schedule

You wouldn’t want your children neglecting their homework. Sit and agree on how much time per day to allot on training. Consider that they might be too tired for homework if you schedule training first. On the other hand, a bit of physical activity could stimulate the brain. Figure out which works best for your child and strike a balance. What works for one child might not work for another.

Make your backyard conducive to sports

You don’t need to spend much on equipment. There are a lot of DIY sources online with easy steps to follow. The most you’ll need is space, which you already have. If you decide to buy one or two pieces of equipment, make sure they’re the adjustable kind so that everyone can use them regardless of fitness level. Learn the art of spotting to make sure everyone is safe.

Make it safe

Grass is nice and soft. However, there could be issues concerning dirt, grass stains, grass cuts and allergies. Rubber mulch makes good flooring for sports and recreation. It breaks falls and absorbs impact. Best of all, rubber mulch is non-toxic. You can choose from a lot of colors to match garden furniture or sports equipment.