PRCA-260052_Attachment_A_Scopes_of_Work_FY26.pdf

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This is a Scope of Work document prepared by the City of Gainesville, Florida for the Depot Park Playground Resurfacing Projects. The project involves the replacement of synthetic turf and Pebbleflex or similar resilient surfacing materials at Depot Park Playground, which is adjacent to the facility's splashpad. The work must be completed and approved by September 23, 2026. The scope of work document outlines the specifications, technical requirements, and standards that contractors must follow during installation and completion of the resurfacing work. Site conditions, material specifications, installation procedures, and quality assurance standards are detailed to ensure the playground meets safety and performance requirements upon project completion.

The document establishes detailed technical specifications for the resilient surfacing materials and installation methods required for the project. Contractors must adhere to all specified standards and procedures outlined in the scope of work, with particular attention to surface preparation, material quality, and installation techniques to ensure durability and safety compliance. The project requires contractors to meet all deadlines and quality benchmarks established by the City of Gainesville, with final approval contingent upon meeting the specified completion date of September 23, 2026.

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Playground Resurfacing Projects – Scopes of Work

The City of Gainesville, Florida is seeking a Contractor or Contractors to replace the synthetic turf and Pebbleflex – or similar – resilient surfacing at its Depot Park Playground, adjacent to its splashpad. Qualified Contractors are encouraged to thoroughly read the Scope of Work for the two tasks and submit a bid for one or both projects.

The City of Gainesville reserves the right to award this bid on the basis of each project individually or combined as it determines to be in its best interest. The City reserves the right not to award either task as it determines to be in its best interest.

The City’s goal is to contract with a qualified Contractor by September 1st and complete the work by the end of September 2026.

The Contractor is responsible for having or procuring any licenses, certifications, permits, or other documents that may be required for this work and attaching copies as part of their bid.

VERY IMPORTANT:

Depot Park is a historic Brownfield site that was reclaimed for public use circa 2015. As part of the environmental remediation process, an underground geotextile/mesh liner was installed to separate remediated soils from imported clean fill material. Due to the presence of this protective liner, the Contractor shall not stake, penetrate, or otherwise disturb the ground surface at any location within Depot Park. Any ground penetration may damage the liner system and create the potential for an environmental contamination breach.

All work shall be performed using methods that avoid subsurface disturbance and protect the integrity of the existing remediation system.

Contractor shall carefully remove and replace existing surface materials as required to ensure all completed installations are secure, stable, and safe for public use.

ATTACHMENT A

PROJECT 1:

Depot Park Playground Synthetic Turf Replacement

1. Project Overview

Replace the top layer of synthetic turf and the underlying base and pad system at Depot Park Playground, including areas adjacent to and connecting through the splash pad. The new system shall match the existing design aesthetic (continuing the blue pathway motif) while upgrading the underlayers to withstand routine exposure to chlorinated and acidic splash pad water and meet all playground safety and accessibility standards.

2. Objectives

• Provide a durable, chemically resistant surfacing system suitable for installation adjacent to a chlorinated splash pad.

• Maintain or improve impact attenuation in all fall zones per current standards.

• Ensure ADA/ABA accessibility throughout the surfacing, including transitions and edges.

• Preserve the design continuity by connecting the blue pathway (color to match existing) through the splash pad area and into the rest of the park.

3. Locations & Quantities

• Work Area(s): All synthetic turf areas within the playground footprint, including pathways that interface with the splash pad.

• Estimated Area: 11460 SF.

• Fall Zones: Identify per equipment layout; include clearance per manufacturer and standards.

• Color/Pattern: Match existing “blue” pathway and surrounding field color green, with any graphics coordinated in shop drawings.

4. Performance Standards The complete surfacing system (turf + infill + pad + base + adhesives) shall:

• Impact Safety: Meet ASTM F1292 at the equipment’s critical fall height (HIC ≤ 1000;

g-max ≤ 200). Provide field test reports post-installation and lab certificates for the exact system installed.

• Accessibility: Demonstrate compliance with ASTM F1951 (wheelchair accessibility) for all primary routes.

• Playground Surfacing Guidance: Conform to ASTM F2223 and current CPSC Public Playground Safety Handbook recommendations.

• Chemical Resistance (Splash Pad adjacency): Specify materials and binders with demonstrated resistance to sodium hypochlorite (chlorine) and muriatic acid splash/overspray. Components shall be UV-stable, non-staining, and non-degrading under routine exposure and cleaning cycles.

• Drainage: Provide a permeable, free-draining system with no ponding; maintain slope tolerances per design.

5. Submittals (due upon completion of project)

• Product data sheets for turf, pad, adhesives, infill, and base.

• Chemical resistance documentation (test reports or manufacturer statements) for chlorine and acid exposure.

• ASTM F1292 lab certificates for the exact system assembly proposed (turf + pad + infill).

• ASTM F1951 accessibility test documentation.

• Shop drawings: Layouts showing seams, fall zones, drainage, edges, and color paths.

• Maintenance plan and recommended cleaning protocols.

6. Installation Requirements

• Demolition: Remove existing turf, pad, and unsuitable base materials down to firm subgrade. Properly dispose/recycle per local regulations.

• Prep & Base: Install geotextile, aggregate base, and drainage per Section III D of the

Project 1_Depot Closeout Book_Synthetic Turf (attached). Verify slopes [1–2%] toward drains.

• Pad & Turf: Install shock pad and turf per manufacturer instructions; maintain seam offsets; use specified adhesives/tapes; ensure uniform infill levels and fiber orientation.

• Quality Control: Conduct on-site impact testing (ASTM F1292) at representative fall zones after installation. Perform accessibility verification for rolling resistance and surface firmness/stability.

• Protection: Protect completed surfacing from construction traffic, chemical spills, and heavy equipment until acceptance.

7. Acceptance Criteria

• Visual: Uniform color/texture; no wrinkles, ridges, or open seams.

• Functional: No ponding, proper drainage; compliant transitions.

• Safety: Passing field ASTM F1292 tests at specified fall heights and confirmation of accessibility performance.

• Documentation: All submittals delivered and approved; warranties in place.

8. Warranty & Maintenance

• Manufacturer warranty: Minimum 8 years on turf; 5 years on pad; 2 years on workmanship.

• Maintenance: Provide a schedule including: neutralizing rinse after splash pad chemical treatments, routine debris removal, infill top-offs, seam inspections, and annual testing (recommended).

• Cleaning: Use pH-neutral cleaners for routine maintenance; coordinate with splash pad chemical dosing schedules to minimize concentrated exposure.

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Playground Grass Extreme Specifications

Extreme is the product that started it all. Made up of two types of blades, it incorporates high durability and realism into one quality product. A combination of straight and curled blades help fill the product and reduce infill flyout. Installed as part of our safety system, Playground Grass Extreme is the perfect finish to a great playground.

Components Specifications

Yarn Type Dual primaries: Polyethylene slit film XP straight/curled

Yarn Color Field/lime green

Yarn Count Slit film: 5,040/1

Tufting Construction Dual primaries, same row

Blade Height 1-3/8"

Tufting Gauge 3/8"

Face Weight 45 ounces

Total Product Weight 105 ounces

Backing 3-layer backing with geotex laminate

Antimicrobial Protection No

Seaming Micromechanical bonding

Infill 0.75 pounds of rubber

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COMPONENTS

Playground Grass

ULTRA

YARN TYPE

• Primary: Polyethylene XP slit film

• Secondary: Heat set textured nylon monofilament

YARN COLOR

• Primary: Olive green

• Secondary: Turf green/tan blend

YARN COUNT

• Primary: 5,040/1

• Secondary: 4,200/8

TUFTING

CONSTRUCTION

• Dual yarn, same row

BLADE HEIGHT • 1-1/2”

TUFTING GAUGE • 3/8”

FACE WEIGHT • 48 ounces

TOTAL PRODUCT

WEIGHT

• 108 ounces

BACKING

• 3-layer backing with geotex laminate

ANTISTATIC

TECHNOLOGY

• XStatic™ patent-pending antistatic technology

ANTIMICROBIAL

PROTECTION

• Yes

SEAMING • Micromechanical bonding

INFILL • 0.75 pounds of rubber

Playground Grass

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Antimicrobial protection enhances safety in this full, dense grass.

TURF GRASS PLAYGROUND SURFACE SYSTEM

ForeverLawn Playground Grass Academy

I. GENERAL

A. RELATED DOCUMENTS

Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section. 1. Division 2 Section “Earthwork” for sub-base courses

B. SUMMARY

This section includes the following:

1. Playground Grass resilient surface systems and resilient surface under and around playground equipment.

2. This work includes furnishing and installing an artificial grass safety surface over a compacted base, in accordance with the requirements of these specifications.

3. Artificial grass surface shall be installed, seamed and finished to provide for a resilient, continuous surface installed over the specified sub-base. The surfacing CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for all labor, materials, tools equipment, and applicable taxes to perform all work and services for the installation of the surface.

C. DEFINITIONS

Critical Height: Standard measure of shock attenuation. According to CPSC No 325, this means “the fall height below which a life-threatening head injury would not be expected to occur.”

D. PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

1. Codes: Compliance with all codes, as referenced herein or as required by local Jurisdiction

2. Commercial Standards:

a.) Impact Attention: ASTM F 1292-04 “Standard Specification for Impact Attenuation of Surface Systems Under and Around Playground Equipment”.

b.)Flame Resistance: ASTM D2859 “Flammability Standard”.

c.) Section 02792 - Accessibility of Surface Systems: ASTM 1951 ADA wheel chair Accessibility.

E. SUBMITTALS

1. Product Data: For each type of product indicated

2. Shop Drawings:

a.) Installation details for curbs, ramps, and accessories.

b.) Colors and pattern of surfaces c.) Location of drainage accessories

3. Samples for Initial Selection: For each type of playground surface system Indicated and Minimum (2) 1 ft. x1 ft.

4. Material Test Reports: For each playground surface system products, signed by manufacturers.

a.) Impact attenuation (per fall height requirements) test results b.) Permeability test results c.) Flammability test results

5. Accessibility test results

6. Material Certificates: For each playground surface system product, signed by

Manufacturers

7. Field quality-control test reports

8. Maintenance Data: For playground surface system to include in maintenance Manuals

9. Warranty: Special warranty specified in this Section

10. Playground Grass Surface Installer Qualifications:

a.) A reference list of surfacing projects completed with similar products.

References shall include the names of project, contact person and respective telephone numbers. This list shall also contain projects which require the same level of difficulty, e.g. number of poles and cutouts, transitions and other special requirements.

b.) At least one of these projects must have been in excess of 5,000 square feet and must be no more than five years old. When the County contracts for installation of synthetic turf grass, the County will confirm the qualifications of the installer hired by the CONTRACTOR.

F. QUALITY ASSURANCE

1. Installer Qualifications: An employer of workers trained and approved by manufacturer.

2. Testing Agency Qualifications: An independent agency qualified according to ANSI Z34. 1 for testing indicated

3. Source Limitations: Obtain playground surface system materials, including Rubber and anchors, through one source from a single manufacturer. Provide secondary materials including adhesives, primers, and repair materials of type and from source recommended by manufacturer of playground surface systems materials.

4. The artificial grass is to be installed per MANUFACTURER’S plans and specifications by MANUFACTURER.

5. Test Results: The following are test results from an independent testing laboratory which must also be submitted:

a.) Impact Attenuation - ASTM 1292-04: Impact attenuation test results will be provided. These test results shall be certified and submitted on the letterhead of an independent testing

1.) Impact attenuation test results shall meet or exceed Consumer Product Safety Commission Guidelines for impact attenuation (G-max and Head Injury Criteria “H.I.C.”) Test results must be administered and evaluated under the same test and these results must be shown for three drops at each required temperature: 32 degrees F, 72 degrees F, 120 degrees F: yield less than 200 G’s and less than 1000 H.I.C. Only test results from ASTM testing from ASTM testing approved laboratories. F8 committee will be acceptable.

Approved testing laboratories are TSI and Detroit Testing.

b.) Permeability: Product shall meet or exceed a coefficient of permeability of five (5) feet per minute. The product shall handle a minimum of 8 in. of rainfall per hour.

c.) Flammability (PILL test) d.) Accessibility of Surface Systems: ASTM 1951 ADA wheel chair accessibility

6. NOTE: To assure compliance with a, b, and c, installation shall be provided by a manufacturer-certified installer, if applicable.

G. PROJECT CONDITIONS

1. Weather Limitations: Proceed with installation only when existing and forecasted weather conditions permit playground surface system installation to be performed according to manufacturers’ written instruction and warranty requirements.

2. Artificial grass shall be delivered in rolls 15 ft. in length, wrapped in plastic.

3. Products shall be stored out of site (as much as possible) and secured the same to prevent tampering.

H. COORDINATION

Coordinate installation of playground surface systems with installation of playground equipment specified in Division 2 Section “Playground Equipment and Structures.”

I. WARRANTY

A. SPECIAL WARRANTY

Manufacturer’s standard form in which manufacturer agrees to repair or replace components of playground surface system that fail in materials or workmanship within specified warranty period.

1. Failures include, but are not limited to, the following:

a.) Reduction in impact attenuation b.) Deterioration of surface and other materials beyond normal weathering

2. Warranty Period: Eight (10) years from date of Substantial Completion for artificial turf product.

3. When defective material or workmanship is discovered which requires repair or replacement, all such work or replacement work shall be done by the CONTRACTOR as its own expense after written notification is given of such required repairs. However, if the CONTRACTOR fails to comply with the requirements of the above guarantee within (5) working days after notification is given, the OWNER shall proceed to have the repairs made by others at the CONTRACTOR’S expense.

a.) Any unsafe conditions that arise shall be secured and maintained by the installer until all required repairs or replacements have been completed.

b.) All repairs shall conform in kind and quality to the specifications set forth in the plans and specifications and shall be free of defects in quality of work and materials

II. PRODUCTS

A. MANUFACTURERS

In other Part 2 articles where titles below introduce lists, the following requirements apply to product selection: Products are subject to compliance with requirements, provide one of the products specified.

B. TURF GRASS PLAYGROUND SURFACE SYSTEMS

1. Resilient turf safety surfacing shall be: ForeverLawn’s Playground Grass Ultra with antimicrobial agents manufactured into the blades, anti-static formula within the blades, with the premium backing seaming system as the primary bond for seams, installed over the specified base: or APPROVED

EQUAL.

2. Products:

a.) Artificial turf shall be ForeverLawn Playground Grass Academy b.) The primary blades will be polyethylene XP slit film, secondary heat set textured nylon. Polyethylene blades shall not be web or honeycomb fibrillated.

c.) The total product face weight will be 48 oz. With backing, the total weight of the product will be 113 oz.

d.) The tufting gauge will be 3/8 in., pile height at least 1-5/8in.. Tufting configuration of dual yarn, same row.

e.) The backing shall be a multi-layered, three part backing. The first is a single layer, stabilized primary consisting of polyester, fiberglass and polyurethane. It is 18 pic construction and 6 ounces. Second layer is a 48 ounce, anti-microbial urethane foam layer. Third is a 3.5 ounce, geotextile fleece.

f.) Primary seaming system shall be a micromechanical seam, utilizing hook and loop technology. Secondary hold shall be from a single bead of glue where two pieces meet. Glue should be made for turf.

g.) Resilient subsurface- SafetyFoam, which is a virgin closed cell foam with holes punched for drainage. Comes in 1”, 2”, 3” thickness depending on critical fall height.

h.) Infill material will be 10/20 or 14/20 crumb rubber granules.

i) Filter fabric not needed.

j.) Fine aggregate shall be 3/4 in. to fine recycled concrete.

k.) Nailer board shall be Veranda Composite Board or equal.

l.) Critical Height: Up to 7’ with 1” SafetyFoam, 8’-10’ with the 2” SafetyFoam and 11’ with the 3” SafetyFoam.

III. EXECUTION

A. BASE REQUIREMENTS

The base shall be cleared, leveled and compacted at a depth equal to 2 in. below the finished surface height.

B. PREPARATION

1. General: Prepare substrates to receive surfacing products according to playground surface system manufacturer’s written instructions. Verify that substrates are sound and without high spots, ridges, holes, and depressions.

2. The perimeter of the area shall be defined with a composite nailer board, unless an acceptable surface for anchoring the turf currently exists. These nailer boards will be secured into concrete or blacktop, or held in place with rebar spikes.

3. Cleaning-the entire surface shall be clean and free from any foreign and loose material.

C. INSTALLATION, GENERAL

Comply with playground surface system manufacturer’s written installation instructions. Install playground surface over area and in thickness indicated.

D. INSTALLATION OF TURF PLAYGROUND SURFACE SYSTEMS

1. SafetyFoam (resilient surface) – Thickness may vary according to fall height, but will typically be a depth of 2 in.

2. Artificial Turf- The turf will be rolled out in sections, cut around the poles, and seamed together using the micro-mechanical seaming system as the primary bond.

3. Seams – no seams are allowed at the exit points of slides.

4. Securing- The turf will be secured around the perimeter. 1 in. stainless steel staples will be used to secure the turf to the boards. Staples will be placed every inch (refer to manufacturer’s standard edge details).

Edge Treatment: Flush with adjacent walkways on all sides. Surface shall be completely level to avoid loss of crumb rubber granules.

5. Surface slope not to exceed 1:50 (2%) in any direction

E. FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

1. Testing Agency: Engage a qualified independent testing and inspecting agency to perform field tests and inspections and prepare test reports.

2. Testing Services: Testing and inspecting of completed applications of playground surface system shall take place according to ASTM F 1292.

3. Remove and replace applications of playground surface system where test results Indicate that it does not comply with requirements.

4. Additional testing and inspecting, at Contractor’s expense, will be performed to Determine compliance of replaced or additional work with requirements.

F. PROTECTION

Surface installer shall be responsible for the protection of the surface during the installation process. Surface installer shall be responsible for the protection of the surface after the completion of the installation.

END OF SECTION 02792

PROJECT 2:

Depot Park Playground PebbleFlex®-Type Resilient Surfacing

1. Project Overview

Provide and install a poured-in-place (PIP) resilient safety surfacing with a pebbled wear course (PebbleFlex® or approved equal) throughout designated areas of Depot Park Playground, including pathway connections and interfaces near/through the splash pad. The surfacing shall meet impact attenuation, accessibility, drainage, and chemical resistance requirements appropriate for adjacency to a chlorinated splash pad, while maintaining the park’s design aesthetic.

2. Objectives

• Deliver a durable, UV-stable, chemically resistant poured-in-place surfacing suitable for routine splash pad overspray (chlorine/acid).

• Achieve required impact performance in all fall zones per applicable standards.

• Ensure ADA/ABA accessibility for primary routes and transfer areas.

• Maintain design continuity, matching the existing integrating with surrounding play and plaza areas.

3. Work Areas & Quantities

• Areas: All play surfacing within the playground footprint and designated pathways that connect or pass adjacent to the splash pad.

• Estimated Square Footage: 2190 SF

• Fall Zones: Provide surfacing thickness per equipment critical fall height; verify with equipment layout and manufacturer data.

• Colors/Pattern: Complete copy of what the design is existing confirmed by Owner during submittals.

4. Governing Standards & Performance Criteria The complete surfacing assembly (base + impact layer + wear course) shall:

• Impact Attenuation: Comply with ASTM F1292 for Head Injury Criterion (HIC ≤

1000) and g-max ≤ 200 at the highest equipment fall height. Provide laboratory certificates for the proposed assembly and field test results after installation.

• Accessibility: Demonstrate compliance with ASTM F1951 for wheelchair accessibility on primary routes; confirm firmness/stability.

• Playground Safety Guidance: Follow ASTM F2223 and current CPSC Public Playground Safety Handbook recommendations for surfacing in use zones.

• Flammability/Slip: Provide documentation of slip resistance suitable for outdoor play areas; wear course shall be textured to mitigate slip.

• Chemical Resistance (Splash Pad Adjacency): Use binders and top-coat materials with demonstrated resistance to chlorine (sodium hypochlorite) and muriatic acid at typical splash pad concentrations; surfacing shall resist bleaching, softening, hydrolysis, and staining under routine exposure and cleaning cycles.

• Drainage: no ponding. Maintain surface tolerances and cross-slope per ADA.

5. Design & Aesthetic Requirements

• Mock-Up: Provide a minimum 8' × 8' on-site mock-up demonstrating color match, texture, and seamless transitions for approval prior to full installation.

6. Submittals (due upon completion of project)

• Product data sheets for impact layer, wear course granules, binders, and any pads.

• ASTM F1292 lab certificates for the exact assembly proposed at the specified fall heights.

• ASTM F1951 accessibility documentation for representative configurations.

• Chemical resistance documentation for chlorine and acid exposure (manufacturer test summaries or certifications).

• Shop drawings: Layouts with thicknesses by area (fall zones), color patterns, edges, and drainage tie-ins.

• Maintenance & Cleaning Plan (including procedures for areas adjacent to splash pad).

• Warranty statements.

7. Installation Requirements

• Demolition: Remove existing surfacing to stable subgrade/substrate; dispose per local regulations. Protect adjacent features.

• Surface Prep: Correct irregularities; verify slopes toward drains; ensure substrate is clean, dry, and within binder manufacturer temperature/humidity ranges.

• PIP Placement: Mix and place impact layer to specified thickness; allow proper cure. Place wear course with consistent granule dispersion; achieve uniform pebbled texture and color.

• Curing & Protection: Protect surface from traffic, standing chemical water, and precipitation until full cure.

• Quality Control: Perform on-site impact testing (ASTM F1292) at representative fall zones post-cure; verify accessibility (firmness/stability) and visual quality (no roller marks, bald spots, or segregation).

8. Acceptance Criteria

• Safety: Pass field ASTM F1292 tests at specified fall heights; meet accessibility performance targets.

• Visual/Finish: Uniform color, texture, and thickness; crisp inlaid edges; no ponding or surface blisters.

• Documentation: All submittals approved; test reports delivered; punch list items corrected.

9. Warranty & Maintenance

• Warranty: Minimum 5 years on materials; 2 years on workmanship (or manufacturer standard, whichever is greater).

• Routine Care: Quarterly inspections; debris removal; gentle scrubbing where needed.

• Chemical Exposure: After splash pad shock-treatments, perform neutralizing rinse and ensure drainage routes are clear to avoid prolonged chemical pooling.

• Repairs: Use approved patch kits and methods; maintain color/texture continuity.

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Durable. In high-wear areas, such as under swings and slides, PebbleFlex wear surface is increased to 1/2" for added durability.

Maintainable. The bonded pebbles withstand detergent cleaning solutions and sustain power-washing of up to 2800 psi with a fan spray tip. With a higher cleaning tolerance and longer life, PebbleFlex dramatically reduces maintenance time and costs.

Long Life. With a high-impact attenuation resulting from cushioned layers of recycled rubber and foam, the life of the surfacing is extended well beyond poured-in-place surfaces.

Superior Technology The right chemistry seals the deal.

PebbleFlex® is composed of tiny spherical aliphatic polyurethane pebbles that are highly abrasion resistant and more UV stable than any other surfacing. The pebbles are bonded together with a clear, flexible, two-part aliphatic polyurethane binder—an exclusive process that is significantly stronger than typical non-bonded rubber granule surfacing.

PEBBLES–3/8"

SBR–1 1/8"

FOAM—1", 2" or 4" (varies based on fall height requirements)

BASE

Concrete, asphalt or compacted aggregate

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Uncompromising Safety Protection that measures up to an industry-best warranty.

Safety and play go hand-in-hand at Landscape Structures. That’s why PebbleFlex is tested to accommodate fall heights of up to and including 12 feet, and meets all safety and accessibility standards.

This high-impact attenuation is the result of 1 1/8" layer of SBR recycled rubber and a layer of recycled closed-cell foam. The thickness of the foam varies depending upon the fall height requirements. (See diagram below, illustrating the layering system.)

The recycled rubber and foam combination allows for natural expansion and contraction and is water permeable. A one-of-a-kind surfacing solution.

Blue Blend and Red Blend shown

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Colors shown in blends may appear different than the sample when installed over a large area. Contact your surfacing consultant for more details.

Sustaining Beauty Let design transform your play environment.

PebbleFlex® comes to life in five standard blends of pebbles that complement your playground.

Additionally, you can create custom graphics to capture a particular design, be it a city park’s theme or a school’s mascot. Whether close up or at a distance, the aesthetic impact of PebbleFlex adds immense value to your play environment.

Our consultants can work with you to determine the perfect expression. Contact your surfacing consultant to learn if PebbleFlex is available in your area.

Standard Blends

Blue Blend

Gray BlendRed Blend Green Blend

Brown Blend

Colors available upon request for custom blends

Cream

Gray

Teal

Light Blue

Moss Green

Red

Royal Blue

Tan

Black

Brown

Dark Green

Brick Red

Large Pebbles Only

Yellow

Orange

White

Small and Large Pebbles Small Pebbles Only

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In high-wear areas the PebbleFlex wear surface is increased to 1/2" for added durability.

High-wear areas such as slide exits, under swings and around spinners are examples of areas that the surface thickness is increased to 1/2" thickness.

The impact-attenuating layer is composed of a 1 1/8" thick layer of a recycled SBR rubber matrix bonded over a recycled closed-cell foam base.

The foam is bonded together with heat and is basically chemically inert. The thickness of the foam is dependent upon the fall height requirements.

A chemically compatible two-part epoxy primer is applied between each foam layer.

The combination of foam, SBR and two part epoxy binder provides a consistent impact attenuation layer that is not susceptible to degradation. Single component aromatic binders are less resistant to degradation when in continual contact with moisture or water.

PebbleFlex is available in five standard color blends.

Custom color blends are available upon request.

PebbleFlex colors are UV stable and therefore resist fading and sustain their color much longer than traditional poured-in-place EPDM and TPV products.

The PebbleFlex system can be installed over concrete, asphalt or compacted aggregate base (If over aggregate base there must be a minimum layer of 1" of SBR). The foam layer is easy and quick to install. The 1 1/8" SBR layer is much easier to install with more consistent density. The geometry of the pebbles allows for a more uniform knitting creating a stronger bonded, higher wearing surface. No petroleum based release agents are used during the installation. PebbleFlex is only installed by Landscape Structures certified installers.

Installations contracted through Landscape Structures ensure the best in quality control as Landscape Structures trains and monitors the installers to use best practices and promotes successive verification to all of the installer’s crew members. Successive verification teaches each crew member to validate the work of other crew members. Landscape Structures has regularly scheduled installation meetings to ensure all installers are using the latest installation techniques developed by Landscape Structures.

PebbleFlex surfacing should be inspected at the same time as the playground equipment. We recommend cleaning the surface at least once a year in accordance with Landscape Structures’ maintenance procedures.

We also recommend applying a clear coat of our two-part aliphatic polyurethane over the entire surface every two or three years—this will greatly extend the life of the system. For complete maintenance instructions contact your surfacing consultant.

PebbleFlex is strong enough to be easily cleaned and power washed up to 2800 psi with a fan tip.

Maintenance will greatly extend the life of PebbleFlex surfacing. Complete maintenance instructions are available on request and with purchase.

The PebbleFlex system has been tested per the ASTM F1292 Standard to accommodate fall heights to 12'. The system also complies with the ASTM F1951 Accessibility Standard and other standards relating to flame ignition, skid resistance and UV stability.

These tests ensure PebbleFlex meets the current industry standards of acceptance.

PebbleFlex is warranted for five years against manufacturing defects and includes maintaining the impact attenuation requirements. To prevent any lapse in warranty coverage, PebbleFlex must be properly maintained per Landscape Structures’ maintenance procedures.

The PebbleFlex warranty is not prorated. Some manufacturers offer longer warranties but prorate them or have other restrictions. Read any warranty carefully before making your purchasing decision.

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PebbleFlex Safety Surfacing System

The PebbleFlex wear surface is composed of two sizes of aliphatic polyurethane spheres (pebbles), chemically bonded with a compatible two-component aliphatic polyurethane binder.

Benefit

Two-component binders chemically react with one another, therefore they are not reliant on environmental conditions for curing. The two-part binder provides more control of the curing process.

This matrix is installed at an average thickness of 3/8", is UV stable and abrasion resistant yet porous enough to eliminate standing water. A vast majority of rainwater surface drains when properly installed.

Traditional poured-in-place surfacing uses an EPDM or a TPV granule; neither of which bonds chemically with the binder. Nor are they as UV stable as PebbleFlex.

The use of either a single component aromatic binder (least expensive) or a single component aliphatic binder, eliminates some control of the curing process, resulting in surfaces with limited surface life.

PebbleFlex is available only in geographic areas where we have trained installers.

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