Colors
PlayBound™ Poured-in-Place
When evaluating the safety of a playground there are a number of critical components to consider including the type of surface being installed. To evaluate the safest option for your project it's important to understand the differences between surfacing types and the scientific facts regarding the safety of recycled rubber.
Terra Cotta
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Primary Red
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Orange (indoor only)
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Pink
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Gold
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Beige
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Yellow
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Bright Green
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Army Green
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Hunter Green
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Teal
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Sky Blue
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Royal Blue
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Purple
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Pearl
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Eggshell
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Brown
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Light Gray
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Dark Gray
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Black
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50% Terra Cotta Red / 50% Black
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50% Beige / 50% Black
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50% Hunter Green / 50% Black
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50% Royal Blue / 50% Black
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Rubber Colors
Any of these colors can be mixed in combination with another color or mixture of colors to achieve a blended, speckled look. A percentage of black mixed with a color or multiple colors camouflages dirt and reduces the price. All other factors being equal, the higher the percentage of black in the top surface mix, the lower the price.
Urethane Choices
Throughout the industry, the urethane binder that encapsulates the granules is produced in two forms: aromatic (standard pricing) and aliphatic (up-charge). It is never required to use aliphatic binder, but from an aesthetic standpoint particularly advisable to consider its use with colors such as blue, pearl, purple and gray because aromatic binder “yellows” slightly upon exposure to ultraviolet rays. This thin layer of urethane wears off with foot traffic and weathering typically within two to six months.
A Choice Worth Considering
Aliphatic binder comes with added cost, but added benefits, too. Upgraded ingredients in the formulation lead to superior performance throughout the system’s life.
- Greater resistance to wear and tear from foot traffic and the elements
- Outstanding tensile strength
- “Clear as water” appearance makes the surface vibrant and the rubber true to color
Ask for a quotation and compare the added cost to the added value.
NOTE: The characteristics of aliphatic binder and the increased cost apply industry wide.
