Why KinderMulch
KinderMulch is Recycled Rubber Products‘ IPEMA-certified playground rubber mulch, designed specifically to protect children from fall-related injuries while keeping maintenance low for schools, parks, and backyard playsets throughout Joliet, IL and the Chicagoland area. Made from 100% recycled tires and manufactured at our plant right here in Joliet, it outperforms wood mulch and pea gravel on every safety metric that matters.
Safety Certifications
- IPEMA certified for a 16′ fall height at 6″ depth (commercial)
- IPEMA certified for a 10′ fall height at 4″ depth (residential)
- Meets ASTM F-1292 (impact attenuation) and ASTM F-1951 (accessibility)
- ADA approved for wheelchair accessibility
- 99.9% metal-free
Product Benefits
- Non-biodegradable and low maintenance — will not decompose, compress, mold, or freeze
- Drains quickly even after heavy rain, so play areas are ready faster
- Suppresses weed growth without attracting insects or animals
- Non-toxic and environmentally friendly
- 12-year color warranty — color will not wash off, rub off, or stain clothing
- Will not stain clothing or skin*
- Available in nine colors: Bark Brown, Cypress, Evergreen, Gray, Natural Black, Ocean Blue, Onyx Black, Purple, and Rustic Redwood
- Each ton of KinderMulch recycles 134 tires and saves countless trees
*Natural Black rubber mulch may mark clothing or skin. Because we use recycled materials, slight variations in size and color are normal across all rubber mulch products.
Coverage
Approximate coverage at a 2″ depth
2,000 lbs = 400 sq ft | 66.66 cu ft | 2.46 cu yd
1,000 lbs = 200 sq ft | 33.33 cu ft | 16.66 cu yd
500 lbs = 100 sq ft | 16.66 cu ft | 0.617 cu yd
50 bags (40 lbs each) = 400 sq ft | 66.66 cu ft | 2.46 cu yd
25 bags (40 lbs each) = 200 sq ft | 33.33 cu ft | 16.66 cu yd
13 bags (40 lbs each) = 104 sq ft | 17.33 cu ft | 0.642 cu yd
1 bag (40 lbs) = 8 sq ft | 1.33 cu ft | 0.049 cu yd
Shipping and Production
All products are made to order and ship after production. Non-commercial vehicles will be charged a $75 loading fee unless a waiver is signed. For more about shipping, visit our FAQ page.
Production estimates (does not include shipping time)
- KinderMulch 3/4″: 1–3 business days (Natural Black)
- KinderMulch 3/4″: 3–5 business days (all other colors)
Need samples before ordering? Click here. Ordering 7 tons or more? Call or email us for quantity pricing.
The KinderMulch Guarantee
KinderMulch is manufactured at our plant in Joliet, IL using 100% recycled tires, and it’s built to hold up on the playground year after year. As a family-owned business and a pioneer of rubber mulch, we stand behind every bag of KinderMulch with our 12-year color warranty and our lowest price guarantee.
