Poured-in-Place Rubber Playground Surfacing | Colored SBR & EPDM Granules | Play Rubber
Play Rubber is Prismi’s specialist range of colored SBR and EPDM rubber granules for poured-in-place playground surfacing, produced in Italy since 1993. The system comprises two layers: Play Rubber Base (underfloor substrate) for impact absorption and critical fall height compliance, and Play Rubber Top (colored surface layer) for the decorative, wear-resistant finish.
Granules are produced from eco-sustainable secondary raw materials with high CO2 savings versus virgin EPDM, and meet EN 1177 fall-height safety standards.
Technical data sheets with HIC (Head Injury Criterion) values for each thickness are available for download.
Play Rubber Base | SBR and EPDM underfloor granules for impact absorption
Play Rubber Base comes in two grades: Underfloor Hybrid Mix UV and Underfloor Open Mix UV.
Both are produced from pre-consumer industrial rubber, not post-consumer tyres, which means fewer impurities, reduced polyurethane binder consumption and better HIC performance at lower substrate thicknesses.
This translates directly into lower material and installation costs per square meter.
Both grades are tested for EN 1177 critical fall height compliance.
Applications playground
colored rubber granulate Prismi
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- red rubber pour in place landscape
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- red rubber granulatecast on site
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- blue safety area playground
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- green brown playground rubber granulate
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- school playground with pour in place rubber
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- brown playground safety area
Play White
Play White is Prismi’s white EPDM rubber granule for poured-in-place playground surfacing, terraces and avenues. In-mass coloring delivers 95% light stability and 97% abrasion resistance with no fading over time. Eco-sustainable, produced from secondary raw materials. Technical data sheet available for download.
Play Grey
Play Grey is Prismi’s coated grey SBR rubber granule for poured-in-place playground and outdoor surfaces. It delivers 90% light stability and 90% abrasion resistance, suitable for moderately sun-exposed installations. Produced from eco-sustainable secondary raw materials. Technical data sheet available for download.
Play Grey UV
Play Grey UV is Prismi’s in-mass grey EPDM rubber granule with high UV resistance, designed for poured-in-place playground surfaces under intense sun exposure. It delivers 95% light stability and 97% abrasion resistance. Eco-sustainable, produced from secondary raw materials. Technical data sheet available.
Play Yellow
Play Yellow is Prismi’s coated yellow EPDM rubber granule for poured-in-place playground and outdoor surfaces. It delivers 93% light stability and 85% abrasion resistance, providing a bright color finish for children’s play areas. Eco-sustainable, from secondary raw materials. Technical data sheet available.
Play Orange
Play Orange is Prismi’s coated orange EPDM rubber granule for poured-in-place playground and outdoor surfaces. It delivers 88% light stability and 85% abrasion resistance. Warm tone ideal for visual signage and play path design. Eco-sustainable, from secondary raw materials. Technical data sheet available.
Play Red
Play Red is Prismi’s coated red SBR rubber granule for poured-in-place playground surfacing, pedestrian paths and terraces. It delivers 93% light stability and 94% abrasion resistance with a bold color finish. Eco-sustainable, from secondary raw materials. Technical data sheet available for download.
Play Brown
Play Brown is Prismi’s coated brown SBR rubber granule for poured-in-place playground surfaces, avenues and natural-themed areas. It delivers 93% light stability and 93% abrasion resistance with a neutral tone that blends with green environments. Eco-sustainable. Technical data sheet available.
Play Green
Play Green is Prismi’s coated green SBR rubber granule for poured-in-place playground surfacing, urban parks and school areas. It delivers 90% light stability and 93% abrasion resistance with a natural color ideal for landscape integration. Eco-sustainable. Technical data sheet available.
Play Blue
Play Blue is Prismi’s coated blue SBR rubber granule for poured-in-place playground surfacing, open-air pools and multi-sport areas. It delivers 92% light stability and 90% abrasion resistance, ideal for color-coded safety zones. Eco-sustainable. Technical data sheet available for download.
Play Mix
Play Mix UV is Prismi’s multicolor in-mass EPDM rubber granule for poured-in-place playground and public space surfaces. It delivers 90% light stability and 97% abrasion resistance with a natural, multicolor finish. Eco-sustainable, from secondary raw materials. Technical data sheet available.
Play Black UV
Play Black UV is Prismi’s black in-mass EPDM rubber granule and the top performer of the Play Rubber range: 99% light stability and 100% abrasion resistance for poured-in-place playground surfaces under heavy use. Ideal for edging and high-traffic paths. Eco-sustainable. Technical data sheet available.
Underfloor Closed
Underfloor Closed is Prismi’s black SBR rubber granule from recycled tyres (PFU) for poured-in-place playground substrate. Compatible with 20 to 50 mm thickness, delivering appropriate HIC performance for lower fall heights. 99% abrasion resistance. Cost-effective post-consumer solution, EN 1177 compliant. Data sheet available.
Underfloor Closed UV
Underfloor Closed UV is Prismi’s black in-mass EPDM rubber granule for poured-in-place playground substrate with superior UV performance. Compatible with 20 to 50 mm thickness. 99% light stability and 100% abrasion resistance. Ideal for sun-exposed outdoor installations. EN 1177 compliant. Data sheet available.
Underfloor Hibrid Mix UV
Underfloor Hybrid Mix UV is Prismi’s pre-consumer EPDM mix granule for poured-in-place playground substrate: fewer impurities than post-consumer SBR, lower polyurethane binder use and better HIC performance at reduced thickness. 40–70 mm compatible. 95% light stability, 99% abrasion resistance. EN 1177 compliant. Data sheet available.
Underfloor Open
Underfloor Open is Prismi’s black rubber granule for poured-in-place playground substrate requiring significant thickness: compatible with 60 to 120 mm for maximum critical fall heights per EN 1177. 85% light stability, 98% abrasion resistance. Designed for play areas with tall equipment. Data sheet available.
Underfloor Open Mix UV
Underfloor Open Mix UV is Prismi’s in-mass EPDM mix granule for poured-in-place playground substrate at high thickness: compatible with 60 to 120 mm. 95% light stability and 99% abrasion resistance — superior UV performance vs standard Open. EN 1177 compliant. Designed for play areas with tall structures. Data sheet available.
Frequently Asked Questions | Rubber granules for playground safety
What is the difference between Play Rubber Base and Play Rubber Top?
Play Rubber Base is the underfloor substrate layer: it absorbs impact energy and determines the certified critical fall height according to EN 1177. Play Rubber Top is the surface finishing layer: made of colored EPDM or SBR granules, it provides the decorative function, abrasion resistance and long-term color durability. Both layers are applied in sequence using polyurethane binder and together form the complete poured-in-place safety surface.
Are Play Rubber granules EN 1177 compliant for playground surfacing?
Yes. The entire Play Rubber range — both the Top series (surface layer) and the Underfloor series (substrate) — is tested for impact attenuation compliance with EN 1177, which governs shock-absorbing surfaces in playgrounds and play areas. Technical data sheets include HIC (Head Injury Criterion) values for each granule type and installed thickness.
How much rubber granule is needed per m² for a 10 mm poured-in-place surface?
Play Rubber Top EPDM in-mass granules require approximately 6 kg/m² per 10 mm of surface layer thickness. Compared to virgin EPDM first-grade granules, which require approximately 10 kg/m² for the same thickness, the material saving is significant — around 40% by weight. For the Underfloor substrate, consumption varies depending on the chosen type (Closed, Hybrid or Open) and the thickness needed to achieve the required HIC value.
What is the difference between in-mass EPDM granules and coated SBR granules?
In-mass granules (typically EPDM) have color distributed uniformly throughout the entire volume of the granule: even as the surface wears, the color remains consistent over time, resulting in superior chromatic stability. Coated granules (typically SBR) have color applied as an external coating: they are more economical but generally show lower light stability compared to in-mass products. The choice depends on the application, UV exposure and the expected service life of the installation.
Can Play Rubber poured-in-place surfacing be installed over existing surfaces such as asphalt or concrete?
Yes. The Play Rubber system can be applied over existing flat surfaces, including asphalt and concrete, provided the base is clean, stable and free of structural defects. The Underfloor substrate layer is applied before the Top finishing layer. For installations on natural ground or non-rigid surfaces, it is advisable to assess the substrate preparation with Prismi’s technical support team, who provide full assistance to professional installers.