Frequently Asked Questions
about Rubberized Mulch
*How long will it be before the color fades on Rubberific Mulch?
-We use special patented coating with a UV protectant that has been lab-tested
for up co 10 years; the product still looks brand new after 7 years in
test-market areas. After the 10+ years, the color will fade co an original
black color.
*Is it good for my plants?
-Yes! Rubberific will hold moisture for your plants by keeping it in the soil.
Since rubber is permeable, moisture will travel directly through it to the
soil. Rubberific then acts as an insulator between the sun/heat and the soil.
Rubberific only needs to be applied at 1.5" to perform these functions. Wood
actually absorbs the majority of the moisture before it has a chance to reach
the soil, where it needs to be. Also, wood mulch can generate heat and acids
that can burn your plant roots.
*Okay, but is it good for the soil?
-Again, Yes! While Rubberific Mulch won't decompose, any amount that compacts
into the ground only serves to aerate the soil.
*Is it going to wash away?
-Because Rubberific Mulch is nearly five times heavier than wood mulch, it
stays in place much better. Therefore, rubber mulch is great on inclines and
areas that lack moisture.
*Will Rubberific Mulch attract termites?
-No! Generally, insects of all kinds do not breed in Rubberific Mulch. This
makes Rubber Mulch ideal around homes and other structures where termites may
cause serious damage.
*Will Rubberific Mulch help keep weeds down?
-Yes, although it does not keep weeds away completely, Rubberific Mulch will
not break down or decompose providing an environment for weeds to grow in as
traditional wood mulch would. It is recommended that a landscaping fabric be
used to eliminate weeds completely. If a weed control substance is preferred,
this could be sprayed directly over Rubberific Mulch without the worry of
affecting the color.
*Is Rubberific Mulch expensive?
There will be a greater up front cost associated with Rubberific, but the long
term savings will be significant. The product is 3-4 times the cost of wood
mulch, but lasts for 10 years or longer. When you consider that pine straw and
wood mulch fade after 6 weeks and Rubberific hasn't faded after 7 years, you can
appreciate the aesthetic value this will add to your home.
*How to get yard debris off your Rubberific Mulch?
Rubberific Mulch is heavier than regular wood mulch, therefore we recommend
using a leaf blower on the low setting. This will remove the debris while
leaving the mulch in place.
*What if my animals/children eat it?
Rubberific Mulch is completely non-toxic.
*How much does it cover?
A 16 lb. bag covers approximately 10 sq. feet and a 40 lb. bag covers
25 sq. feet.
*What about the steel belts and threads?
Rubberific Mulch is 99% steel free. A process is used that does not shred the
steel belts and threads, mainly truck and equipment tires are used.
*Rubberific Mulch does not add nutrients to the soil?
A common misconception is that all wood mulches add nutrients. Only composited
mulch will offer nutritional value to plants and soil. Many of the wood mulches
on the market today are grouped up used pallets and bark mulches that can have a
high acid content, which can be harmful to plants etc. Even though Rubberific
does not contain any nutritional benefits, granular and spray fertilizers can be
used in conjunction with Rubberiffic. They will not react with our coating.
*Does the color rub or wash off?
No, the colors won't rub off on shoes, hands or clothes.
*Can I put Rubberific on top of my wood mulch?
The ideal way to install Rubberific is over a weed fabric. We recommend using a
weed fabric and not a plastic material because plastic is not permeable. When
installing Rubberific over a weed fabric, you will never have any weed problems
and you won't have to worry about previous wood mulch but, make sure the wood
mulch has had time to decay and become compact.