Play Bark

Typical uses:Outdoor, play areas and Weed Suppression


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Product specifications

Product Specifications

  • Produced from mixed conifer bark predominantly of pine in origin
  • Graded by dedicated chipping, milling and screening operations to remove 0-8mm fines and oversize +40mm
  • Over 90% of particles range from 8-40mm in size
  • Contains minimal white wood, normally within 10% (by mass) Moisture content in the region of 45-60% (green weight basis) on delivery, subject to seasonal variations
  • The weight/volume ratio (bulk density) is normally in the range of 250-350Kg/m3
  • The pH range is between 4.5 and 5.5
  • Manufactured from materials sourced 100% within the British Isles, thus completely free of any trace of methyl bromide contamination
  • All practical measures are taken to remove foreign matter such as metal, glass, plastic and any other extraneous materials
  • Mid brown in colour with a slight but pleasant odour
  • Durable, long lasting and free from pathogens, pests and weed seeds
  • Tested to BS EN 1177:1998 Impact Absorbing Playground Surfacing

Please note: Due to the nature of this product and the screening process utilised, oversize pieces of wood may occur. However, these can easily be removed at the time of installation