Wood mulch is a common surface for playgrounds, and widely used because it is cheap. However, there are many negative aspects of mulch that can cause injury to the baby.
Mold: since the wood has not been treated with anything, it begins to shape the moment it gets wet. The children then inhale the spores. It can affect any child’s respiratory system, but those with allergies and asthma are the most sensitive.
Splinters: they are a natural consequence of the use of real wood and younger children may not want to play on this surface if they are afraid … how not to blame them would hurt themselves!
Freezing: wood absorbs water, then freezes in winter. This will not offer your children any protection from falls.
Decomposition: The wooden mulch decomposes quickly. You will need to replace this playground cover at least once a year.
Buoyancy: It is wood and, as we all know, it floats. Many times rain showers on flower beds, Gardens, public roundabouts and playgrounds take away the product in the sewers and it is necessary to restore abundant product.