One of the most important steps when creating an outdoor recreational area is choosing the appropriate safety surfacing for your site. The right safety surfacing can reduce the risk of injury and allow users of all abilities to access your space. Whether you are looking for surfacing for a playground, splash pad or pool deck, we have you covered. ABC Recreation will help you determine what surface material is best for your project and budget.
FibarSystems consist of engineered wood fibers that knit together to form a surface soft enough to cushion falls, yet firm enough for wheelchairs. The patented drainage system protects your investment from bad weather damage and avoids mud and puddles after a rain.
Learn more in the Technical Briefing & Buyer Protection Plan.
Fibertop is an engineered impact surfacing system that is made in Canada. Specialty processed, virgin wood grindings combined with a high-performance drainage layer, exclusive wear mats and flexible edging complete the Fibertop System.
Learn more in the Fibertop Brochure.
Our team can guide you through the surfacing requirements related to depth, pathways, transition areas and more.
There are several synthetic and natural options that offer protection from falls and serious injury.
Engineered wood fiber playground surfacing is an economical playground surfacing. It is easy to install and it meets all accessibility guidelines.
Artificial turf is a soft, durable surface comprised of polyethylene blades that give the look and feel of a beautiful park setting.
Rubber playground tiles are made from durable reconstituted rubber is weather-resistant and capable of handling the weight from repeated drops and bounces.
Poured-in-Place rubber or playground rubber safety surfacing is a two-layer system consisting of a base mat and a top surface that can be customized to meet your design aesthetic.
The CSA Standard CSA Z614 suggests a minimum depth of 12” of any loose fill material unless impact testing is performed. Impact testing is the only viable method to verify that a surfacing depth of less than 12” would be sufficient based on the equipment fall height. The required thickness of rubber will be determined by the rubber type and fall height.
Any playground equipment that has a fall height will require protective safety surfacing. Playground equipment that does not have a fall height will not require it.
