Surfacing is the Foundation of Safe Play
The surface beneath play equipment is just as important as the equipment itself. Parkitects partners with ForeverLawn, Play Surface Specialties, and Zeager Brothers to provide surfacing options that protect children while enhancing your play space.
Forever Lawn offers artificial turf with consistent fall protection and natural appearance, Play Surface Specialties creates accessible poured-in-place rubber surfacing with custom designs, and Zeager Brothers provides engineered wood fiber that balances natural aesthetics with safety.
We work with your design and needs to consider practicalities like maintenance requirements, accessibility, and long-term performance to find the perfect balance for your site.
Playground Turf
- Durable surface: Triple-layer backing designed for active play.
- ADA accessible: Safe and inclusive for children of all abilities.
- Clean play: Limited, locked-in infill means less mess.
- Advanced safety: Safety Foam Pro exceeds fall safety (HIC) standards.
- All-weather ready: Limestone drainage base prevents mud and pooling.
- Low maintenance: Built to last with minimal upkeep.
- Enhanced hygiene: Optional AlphaSan® antimicrobial protection.
- Hearing aid friendly: XStatic™ technology reduces static buildup.
- Visual appeal: Multiple color options for a custom look.
- PlayMounds™: Foam mounds add contour, excitement, and durability.
Poured-In-Place Rubber (PIP)
- Two-layer system: Base layer for impact absorption, top wear layer for color and durability.
- Flexible installation: Base layer optional if no attenuation is needed (over concrete/asphalt).
- Curing process: Base layer cures overnight before wear layer is applied.
- High-quality materials: UltraMax PIP sets a high standard for performance.
- Versatile surface: Installs over asphalt, concrete, or compacted stone.
- Optimal conditions: Best installed between 40–100°F; humidity can affect install.
- Certified safe: IPEMA certified up to 15’; ADA compliant per ASTM 1951.
- Color variety: Choose from 21 vibrant color options.
- Customizable: Add graphic designs to enhance your play space.
Engineered Wood Fiber (EWF)
- Safe and Cushioned: ADA compliant and absorbs impact from running, jumping, tumbling, and falls—reducing injury risk.
- Excellent Drainage: Proper installation ensures water drains quickly, preventing pooling in all climates.
- Low Maintenance: Requires only occasional raking and topping off for years of reliable use.
- Natural Look: Engineered for durability and aesthetic appeal with minimal fading over time.
- Cost-Effective: Easy to install and long-lasting; backed by a 15-year warranty (with proper installation and maintenance).
- Eco-Friendly: Made with locally sourced materials and pre-consumer recovered content to reduce environmental impact.