The Consumer Product Safety Commission states, "Surfacing under and around playground equipment is one of the most important factors in reducing the likelihood of life-threatening head injuries."

The most widely used test method for fall protection is ASTM F1292 Standard Specification for Impact Attenuation of Surface Systems Under and Around Playground Equipment. ASTM is an international organization that sets safety standards for many industries, including playgrounds.

ASTM F1292 provides a critical height rating of the surface. This height approximates the fall height below which a life-threatening head injury would not be expected to occur. The fall height of a piece of equipment is the distance between the highest designated play surface on a piece of equipment and the protective surface beneath it. Rainbow Mulch is ASTM F1292 safety tested at three inches of depth for a 20 ft. critical height.

Residential playgrounds have different requirements than public playgrounds. However, parents must consider surfacing material with superior fall protection. Each year, about 50,000 kids visit the emergency room due to an injury on a home playground.

It's important to note that loose-fill surface material, while effective, requires regular maintenance. Neglecting this could lead to uneven distribution, potentially increasing the risk of injury. Therefore, it’s best to rake it regularly for even distribution in critical areas.

Order with a Specialist

No online order option? High-end playground surfacing is an investment. Prices vary depending on quantity, packaging, and customization. Count on us to help you nail down the perfect combination so your order is exactly what you want. 

Quick order process:

1. Request a quote here + receive in 24 hrs. Include dimensions + shipping address. 

2: Finalize mulch color (one or multiple) and delivery information. 

If the color is in stock, your order typically ships within 5-7 business days. Orders added to the production queue or custom color mixes average a 3-6 week lead time.  Need it ASAP? Ask about our rush order options. 

Shipping

Rainbow Mulch orders ship directly to your desired destination. Orders ship to a residence or a business within the United States. Orders ship from New Vienna, Ohio and Columbus, Ohio. 

Rainbow Mulch Samples

Sample packages, up to three colors, are free, with free shipping. They ship UPS or USPS Priority Mail or Ground Advantage. Samples ship within 2-3 business days. 

Rainbow Mulch Play Rubble (2-lb bag)

Play Rubble ships for free! Your order ships in 1-5 business days, UPS or USPS Ground Advantage. Priority shipping available upon request. 

Rainbow Mulch 15-lb bag (6 bags or less)

• Order ships within 7 business days. 
• Shipping quote is calculated by carrier, weight, and destination. 
• Packaged in 15-lb. bags in large boxes.   
• Ships UPS Ground, tracking is provided. 
  

Rainbow Mulch 15-lb bags (6 to 12 bags)

• Lead time varies (please confirm with specialist). 
• Shipping quote is calculated by carrier, weight, and destination. 
  
• Packaged in 15-lb. bags in large boxes.   
• Ships UPS Ground, tracking is provided. 
  

Rainbow Mulch Playground Bulk (more than 12 cubic feet):

• Delivers in your requested packaging:
• Bagged (15-lbs. each) 
• Bulk Tote (600-700 lbs. each) 
• Ships on standard size pallets. 
• Ships LTL (Less-Than-Truckload), or FTL (Full-Truckload). 
• A quote will be provided to you prior to your shipment. An estimated lead time will be provided as well. If you have a desired delivery date or timeline, please share this with our team. 
• The freight carrier will call to schedule a delivery window 1-3 days prior to delivery.
• Delivery is curbside with liftgate service for an easy delivery.
• Driver lowers pallets from truck using liftgate.
• A pallet jack moves the pallets curbside/end of driveway. 

Please count your bags to ensure your order has arrived complete. Assess for ripped or damaged bags. 

Concerns and Returns

Rainbow Mulch Play Rubble and Rainbow Mulch 15-lb Bags (Webstore orders only) have a return policy as follows: You may return items within 30 days of purchase for a full refund. Returned items must be in their original condition, unused, and with all original packaging and receipts. Return shipping costs apply unless the return is due to a defect. To initiate a return, please email hello@rainbowmulch.com with your order number in the subject line. Once your return is approved, you'll receive a return label to download and print. 

Orders coordinated with a specialist (not webstore orders), orders more than six bags, or orders shipped via freight by a trusted third party carrier, the return policy is as follows: We do not accept free returns, however we are readily available to address any concerns. Please contact us immediately if 1.) you discover any missing or damaged bags or 2.) you have any concerns regarding your delivery or service from the carrier. 

Your satisfaction is our priority. There are a few ways we ensure this: 

• samples are free and available before you place an order. 

• our team is available by phone, email, or text to answer any questions. 

• a team member will follow up upon and after delivery.

If for any reason you are unsatisfied with your order, please email hello@rainbowmulch.com as soon as possible. If you suspect a defect or other concern after installation, we ask that you call our team immediately. We will walk you through next steps to get your concerns heard and reviewed, followed by the appropriate solution implemented. 

The Consumer Product Safety Commission states, "Surfacing under and around playground equipment is one of the most important factors in reducing the likelihood of life-threatening head injuries."

The most widely used test method for fall protection is ASTM F1292 Standard Specification for Impact Attenuation of Surface Systems Under and Around Playground Equipment. ASTM is an international organization that sets safety standards for many industries, including playgrounds.

ASTM F1292 provides a critical height rating of the surface. This height approximates the fall height below which a life-threatening head injury would not be expected to occur. The fall height of a piece of equipment is the distance between the highest designated play surface on a piece of equipment and the protective surface beneath it. Rainbow Mulch is ASTM F1292 safety tested at three inches of depth for a 20 ft. critical height.

Residential playgrounds have different requirements than public playgrounds. However, parents must consider surfacing material with superior fall protection. Each year, about 50,000 kids visit the emergency room due to an injury on a home playground.

It's important to note that loose-fill surface material, while effective, requires regular maintenance. Neglecting this could lead to uneven distribution, potentially increasing the risk of injury. Therefore, it’s best to rake it regularly for even distribution in critical areas.

Order with a Specialist

No online order option? High-end playground surfacing is an investment. Prices vary depending on quantity, packaging, and customization. Count on us to help you nail down the perfect combination so your order is exactly what you want. 

Quick order process:

1. Request a quote here + receive in 24 hrs. Include dimensions + shipping address. 

2: Finalize mulch color (one or multiple) and delivery information. 

If the color is in stock, your order typically ships within 5-7 business days. Orders added to the production queue or custom color mixes average a 3-6 week lead time.  Need it ASAP? Ask about our rush order options. 

Shipping

Rainbow Mulch orders ship directly to your desired destination. Orders ship to a residence or a business within the United States. Orders ship from New Vienna, Ohio and Columbus, Ohio. 

Rainbow Mulch Samples

Sample packages, up to three colors, are free, with free shipping. They ship UPS or USPS Priority Mail or Ground Advantage. Samples ship within 2-3 business days. 

Rainbow Mulch Play Rubble (2-lb bag)

Play Rubble ships for free! Your order ships in 1-5 business days, UPS or USPS Ground Advantage. Priority shipping available upon request. 

Rainbow Mulch 15-lb bag (6 bags or less)

• Order ships within 7 business days. 
• Shipping quote is calculated by carrier, weight, and destination. 
• Packaged in 15-lb. bags in large boxes.   
• Ships UPS Ground, tracking is provided. 
  

Rainbow Mulch 15-lb bags (6 to 12 bags)

• Lead time varies (please confirm with specialist). 
• Shipping quote is calculated by carrier, weight, and destination. 
  
• Packaged in 15-lb. bags in large boxes.   
• Ships UPS Ground, tracking is provided. 
  

Rainbow Mulch Playground Bulk (more than 12 cubic feet):

• Delivers in your requested packaging:
• Bagged (15-lbs. each) 
• Bulk Tote (600-700 lbs. each) 
• Ships on standard size pallets. 
• Ships LTL (Less-Than-Truckload), or FTL (Full-Truckload). 
• A quote will be provided to you prior to your shipment. An estimated lead time will be provided as well. If you have a desired delivery date or timeline, please share this with our team. 
• The freight carrier will call to schedule a delivery window 1-3 days prior to delivery.
• Delivery is curbside with liftgate service for an easy delivery.
• Driver lowers pallets from truck using liftgate.
• A pallet jack moves the pallets curbside/end of driveway. 

Please count your bags to ensure your order has arrived complete. Assess for ripped or damaged bags. 

Concerns and Returns

Rainbow Mulch Play Rubble and Rainbow Mulch 15-lb Bags (Webstore orders only) have a return policy as follows: You may return items within 30 days of purchase for a full refund. Returned items must be in their original condition, unused, and with all original packaging and receipts. Return shipping costs apply unless the return is due to a defect. To initiate a return, please email hello@rainbowmulch.com with your order number in the subject line. Once your return is approved, you'll receive a return label to download and print. 

Orders coordinated with a specialist (not webstore orders), orders more than six bags, or orders shipped via freight by a trusted third party carrier, the return policy is as follows: We do not accept free returns, however we are readily available to address any concerns. Please contact us immediately if 1.) you discover any missing or damaged bags or 2.) you have any concerns regarding your delivery or service from the carrier. 

Your satisfaction is our priority. There are a few ways we ensure this: 

• samples are free and available before you place an order. 

• our team is available by phone, email, or text to answer any questions. 

• a team member will follow up upon and after delivery.

If for any reason you are unsatisfied with your order, please email hello@rainbowmulch.com as soon as possible. If you suspect a defect or other concern after installation, we ask that you call our team immediately. We will walk you through next steps to get your concerns heard and reviewed, followed by the appropriate solution implemented.