Archive for the 'Landscape' Category

Why Rubber Mulch ?

Thursday, October 29th, 2009

More than 90% of the playgrounds are considered unsafe. This is largely due to inadequate and poor surfaces. Due to this more than 200, 00 playground injuries lead to the hospital every year. The rubber mulch used for a playground should therefore fulfill some basic requirements like:
 

It should be non-toxic 
Should [...]

Origin and Importance of Rubber Mulch

Monday, September 21st, 2009

Rubber mulch is manufactured from recycled tires and finds varied uses. Rubber mulch is a long lasting alternative when compared to wood mulch. Available in different natural and trendy colors they sometimes resemble wood chips and shredded wood mulch. They are also available in different shapes and sizes and also in the form of chips, [...]

Rubber Mulch and its Qualities

Monday, September 14th, 2009

 
The use of rubber mulch has been on the rise for the last few months for a variety of uses.  First of all, it is a byproduct obtained from used rubber tires.  Old rubber tires had once become an environmental hazard as millions of them were getting accumulated all over our country.  But the invention that the rubber [...]

The 4 Great Uses of Rubber Mulch

Wednesday, September 2nd, 2009

Wood has been the dominating material for mulching, however with the introduction of rubber mulches the whole idea of mulching has changed. Extracted from recycled tires rubber mulches find multiple uses. Here are some of the most places where rubber mulches are used widely.
1. To make playgrounds a safer place for your children rubber mulching can serve as the [...]

Where can you use rubber mulch?

Sunday, August 16th, 2009

Rubber mulch is derived from rubber treads. Made from recycled tires rubber mulch help us not only in protecting the environment but also make the community a safer place to live in. If you are wondering how rubber mulch can be used then here are some of the most popular uses of this product.

● Playground [...]

3 Rubber Mulch Tips for Dorm Safety and Hygiene

Wednesday, July 8th, 2009

Running a dorm as a resident adviser (RA) or an actual landlord can be demanding. You don’t just worry about partying tenants, you also have to make sure that everything works and no accidents happen (as much as possible).
Although regular maintenance requires effort, it is definitely a lot cheaper than having repairs done every month. [...]

Landscaping with Rubber Mulch

Sunday, March 22nd, 2009

Landscaping shouldn’t be limited to just adding more foliage. You can make your garden stand out at a low cost, without having to worry about maintenance.
Rubber mulch can be an important component of your new landscaping. Unlike the usual wood mulch or wood shavings, rubber mulch is durable and weatherproof—it never rots. Moreover, rubber mulch [...]

Rubber Mulch for Production Props

Tuesday, December 9th, 2008

Prop-making for theater, including small-scale school productions, requires a lot of people and time. Moreover, the better you want your sets to look, the more money you are expected to spend. The sad thing is, most spectacular props and backdrops you create are usually never used again!
Common materials
The most common materials used for prop-making include [...]

Rubber Mulch: 3 Instant Garden Make-Over Tips

Wednesday, November 19th, 2008

Updating the look of your garden need not be expensive. If you’re a super gardener, then you can do it yourself without spending much time or much money on additional plants and tools. On the other hand, if you’re a hopeless gardener, then you don’t need to hire a landscaper (again) to change your garden’s [...]

House Parties: 3 Simple Decorating Tips with Rubber Mulch

Monday, November 10th, 2008

Bring your house party outdoors. Make good use of the space in your garden, backyard, or the concrete space just outside your garage.
Just thinking about the preparation details and having to deal with the post-party mess could make house parties sound like a bad idea. With rubber mulch, decorating will be a breeze and cleaning [...]