EPDM Rubber Granule Flooring Frequently Asked Questions
What are EPDM rubber granules?
EPDM rubber granules are made from a virgin Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer – a type of rubber that is brightly coloured all the way through during the manufacturing process. The granules are installed using a wet pour process that results in a strong and smooth surface that absorbs impacts. Meeting Australian UV standards, the EPDM Rubber supplied by Aloro Group gives an excellent quality finish and almost matches TPV when it comes to weather resistance.
What are the benefits of EPDM rubber surfaces?
EPDM granules create a hard-wearing, vibrantly coloured flooring that adds colour and interest to outdoor spaces. Often used in playgrounds and recreational landscaped areas, this type of rubber athletic flooring is UV-resistant, fade-proof and incredibly durable making it ideal for public spaces and playgrounds. Whilst the initial installation cost is more than lower quality products like crumbed recycled rubber, EPDM has a long lifespan and its colour remains vivid even in tough environmental conditions.
What applications are best suited to EPDM rubber?
Due to its springy, impact-absorbing construction, EPDM rubber surfaces are typically seen in sports facilities and playground applications. It can also be used in modern landscaping projects to great effect, delivering vivid and striking colours and sculptured patterns. Durable and slip-resistant, EPDM granules are available in a wide variety of colours which can be mixed to create brilliant visual effects. Overall, the material's durability, resistance to damage, and low maintenance requirement make EPDM well-suited to a range of applications. Typical uses for EPDM Rubber:
- Public playgrounds,
- Childcare centres and educational facilities,
- Gyms and recreational facilities,
- Landscaping and creative flooring applications
What is the expected lifespan of EPDM rubber granules?
Surfaces and structures made from EPDM rubber granules can last for many years – up to 10+ years when professionally installed and well maintained. Whilst EPDM Rubber granules are more durable than other recycled options like rubber crumb, they are not quite as long-lasting as premium options likeTPV Rubber granules.