{"product_id":"coloured-playground-rubber-chippings-uk","title":"20mm Coloured Playground Rubber Chippings – Rubber Mulch \u0026 Play Bark","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur coloured playground rubber chippings — also known as coloured rubber mulch — are a durable, low-maintenance recycled rubber surface available in seven shades for play areas, playgrounds, gardens, schools and landscaping projects across the UK. Made from recycled rubber, these 20mm chippings hold their colour, drain freely and outlast bark mulch without rotting or breaking down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eColoured Rubber Chippings and Rubber Mulch\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColoured rubber chippings and coloured rubber mulch are the same recycled rubber surfacing in a choice of shades. They give you the durability and drainage of standard rubber mulch with a decorative finish for gardens, borders, pathways, play areas and recreational spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable Colours\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose from seven colours:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack\u003c\/strong\u003e — classic, hard-wearing playground finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer Blue\u003c\/strong\u003e — bright blue rubber chippings for play areas and feature borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoss Green\u003c\/strong\u003e — natural green rubber mulch that blends into garden landscaping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRustic Red\u003c\/strong\u003e — warm red rubber chippings for pathways and decorative areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlate Grey\u003c\/strong\u003e — modern grey finish for patios and contemporary schemes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWoodland Brown\u003c\/strong\u003e — natural bark-look brown without the rot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCamo\u003c\/strong\u003e — mixed green and brown blend for a natural, broken-up finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease check your selected colour carefully before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRubber Mulch for Play Areas, Playgrounds and Gardens\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese coloured rubber chippings suit garden play areas, school and nursery playgrounds, pathways, borders, recreational spaces and decorative landscaping. As a coloured play area rubber mulch they create a softer, cleaner surface around swings, climbing frames and trampolines, while adding colour to gardens and outdoor projects. Suitability depends on the intended use, installation method and required depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBulk Bag Sizes and Coverage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied in bulk bags from 100kg up to 2000kg, plus a small sample option in every colour. Approximate coverage at 50mm depth:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBulk Bag Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApprox. Coverage (50mm depth)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~5 m²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~15 m²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e500kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~25 m²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1000kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~50 m²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2000kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~100 m²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoverage is approximate and varies with depth, ground conditions and compaction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlayground Safety and BS EN 1177\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColoured rubber chippings provide a softer surface than gravel, soil or hard landscaping and can help cushion impact in general play areas. Important: beneath swings, slides, climbing frames or any equipment where a child could fall from height, surfacing must be assessed against the required Critical Fall Height (CFH) and, where applicable, meet BS EN 1177. For muddy patches, pathways, flat play spaces and decorative landscaping, rubber chippings are an effective, durable surface in their own right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRubber Chippings vs Bark Mulch\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike bark mulch, coloured rubber chippings don't rot, decompose or need regular topping up, and they hold their colour far better in changing weather. That makes them a lower-maintenance, longer-lasting choice for decorative and high-traffic areas. Read our full comparison: \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/rubber-chippings-vs-bark-for-play-areas\"\u003erubber chippings vs bark for play areas\u003c\/a\u003e. Prefer standard black in larger bulk sizes? See our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/playground-rubber-chippings\"\u003eplayground rubber chippings\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation and Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best results, lay over a prepared, level base with a suitable weed membrane underneath. Spread evenly to the required depth — typically 30–50mm for landscaping, with greater depth where fall protection is needed. Maintain with occasional raking and by clearing leaves or debris with a garden blower.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLead times for rubber chippings are currently 5–10 working days to UK mainland addresses. Some postcode exclusions or additional charges may apply depending on location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease make sure there is suitable access for delivery and enough space for bulk bag unloading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBulk and Trade Orders\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeed a larger quantity for a school, nursery, park, landscaping or commercial project? Contact us for a custom bulk quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat colours of rubber chippings are available?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrown, red, blue, green and black. 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