EPDM Rubber Flooring

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EPDM Rubber Flooring System – Children’s Play Areas

Australian Sports Surface presents the EPDM Rubber Flooring System — a safe, durable, and highly customizable synthetic surface designed specifically for children’s playgrounds, school yards, parks, and recreational zones. This rubber surface combines shock-absorbing performance with a vibrant finish, creating an engaging, comfortable, and safe play environment for kids of all ages.

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ABOUT

What Is EPDM Rubber Playground Flooring?

EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer) rubber flooring is a dual-layer rubber surface featuring a colored EPDM wear layer bonded to a resilient SBR rubber base using polyurethane binders. Its design provides excellent shock absorption, slip resistance, and long-lasting performance, making it ideal wherever falls or impact injuries are a concern — such as children’s play areas, school yards, and outdoor patios.

Where It’s Used:

Children’s playgrounds

Outdoor swimming pool surrounds

School campuses & daycare play zones

Parks and residential communities

Recreation and activity areas requiring impact protection

WHY EPDM

Key Benefits of EPDM Rubber Flooring

High-Performance Safety Surface

The EPDM surface delivers excellent impact absorption, reducing the risk of injury from falls — a critical requirement in play areas.

Excellent Durability & Weather Resistance

EPDM rubber is resistant to abrasion, weather, and UV exposure, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor play environments.

Vibrant Aesthetic Appeal

With 25+ colour options and combinations, you can design playful and visually stimulating surfaces that spark children’s imagination.

Slip-Resistant & Comfortable Underfoot

The textured rubber surface offers anti-skid properties and cushioned support, improving grip and comfort for active play.

Eco-Friendly & Low-Maintenance

Made from recycled materials and requiring minimal upkeep, EPDM flooring is an environmentally responsible and cost-effective solution for play spaces.

SYSTEM LAYERS

EPDM Rubber Flooring Structure

Wear Layer (EPDM)

Coloured EPDM granules mixed with a polyurethane binder providing grip, vibrant finish, and weather resistance.

Elastic Base Layer (SBR)

Recycled SBR rubber granules bonded with polyurethane for elasticity, shock absorption, and durability.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

EPDM Rubber Flooring Specifications

Total Thickness (mm)	Base (SBR)	Top Wear (EPDM)
20 mm	14 mm	6 mm
25 mm	19 mm	6 mm
30 mm	24 mm	6 mm
35 mm	29 mm	6 mm
40 mm	34 mm	6 mm

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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is EPDM rubber flooring?

EPDM rubber flooring is a synthetic rubber surface made from coloured granules bonded with a polyurethane agent over an elastic base — designed to provide shock absorption and safety in high-impact areas like playgrounds.

How thick can the flooring be?

The system is available in 20–40 mm total thicknesses depending on safety requirements and installation design.

Is it safe for kids?

Yes — EPDM’s shock-absorbing properties and anti-skid surface reduce the risk of injury during active play.

Can the surface be customised in colours?

Absolutely — over 25 colours and combinations are available to create engaging, child-friendly designs.

How is maintenance handled?

EPDM flooring is low-maintenance — mild cleaning with water and a gentle detergent plus periodic checks are typically all that’s needed.