How long does playground mulch last?
The value life of surfacing is an extremely variable answer and depends on a number of factors. Use. It would seem that more use would deteriorate the life of surfacing. In fact, more use can actually extend the life. Children playing in the play zone will naturally compact the surface, but they will also rotate it. Digging, jumping or other activities may rotate the moist underlay to the surface and allow it to dry. Moisture is one of the biggest causes of decomposition. 2. Temperatures. With moisture one of the largest causes of decomposition, temperature plays a big factor in the amount of moisture. Cool, damp areas from overhead shade may not dry out properly and will cause lower depths to decompose or compost. Hot, dry spells in the summer with days on end of searing 100 degree days will help dry the area. This doesnt mean dry days will completely dry the surfacing down to the ground level. If the underlying inches of surfacing remain moist, extreme heat on the surface could accel
