Benefits of Play Area & Garden Wood Chips

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The right surface materials for a playground help children stay safe as they run, climb, swing, and jump. If you need new play area wood chip materials for your school or local park, consider wood chips. These mulch chips offer a variety of benefits that make them a winning addition to any playground–review the top advantages

Why Are Wood Chips a Quality Playground Surfacing Material? 

Excellent Shock Absorbency

Fick Supply Service's manufactured playground wood chips are size-controlled softwood and/or hardwoods that average 1"-2" in length and contain a maximum of 15% fine particles to aid in knitting. When at least 9 inches of these chips are present in a playground, they provide sufficient shock absorbency for falls up to 10 feet high. As a result, the risk of severe fall-related injuries decreases. 

Curb Appeal

Rubber mulch is not known for its aesthetic appeal, while pea gravel provides visual benefits alone. Wood chips combine curb appeal with safety, contributing to classic playground designs with natural touches. And unlike rubber mulch, wood chips do not experience color leaching that can stain playground equipment, and children’s skin and

Better for People & Environment

Using wood chips for play areas surfacing is safe for children, as the organic materials do not have toxic chemicals or contain harmful substances.