FAQs

Questions About Our Softfall Surfaces

Q: What is Wetpour?
- Wetpour is a term referring to the process by which rubber granules are applied to the area to be covered.
Q: What does EPDM stand for?

A: Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer.
Q: What does that mean?

A: It’s a long-wearing, nontoxic, synthetic compound with colour homogenous throughout which means it won’t wear back to black as recycled products will. It’s also more flexible for long-term safety.
Q: How do you lay EPDM?

A: The rubber comes as a granule. It is mixed with polyurethane and a trowel is used to make it smooth.
Q: Is EPDM hot?

A: No, there’s no heat in the process at all. It’s not like bitumen.
Q: Is it wetpoured surface permeable?

A: Yes. Wet-poured rubber surfaces are porous, so rainwater runs straight through to the substrate.
Q: How long before we can walk / play/fall on these safety surfaces?

A: The binder must cure before it can bear any weight. This happens over several hours depending on humidity and temperature but it’s usually safe to walk on the day after installation.