Rubber granules for playground surfaces

High-quality EPDM rubber granules are the core material for safe, durable and visually attractive playground surfaces. As a professional EPDM granule manufacturer, we focus only on EPDM rubber granule production and supply customized colors, particle sizes and packaging for playgrounds, sports areas, artificial turf systems and outdoor leisure spaces worldwide. Our EPDM granules have excellent property of weather resistance....and more healthy because we use the method of peroxide sulfidation, there is no sulfur in our EPDM granules, hence It doesn’t produce sulfides when exposed to sunlight, no pollution to environment, no odor and no harm to human body.

We are one of the highest-quality and most cost-effective EPDM granules in China and the world, we’d like to send free samples for you to test.

What problems our EPDM granules solve for users

Playground owners, contractors, distributors and landscape developers usually need surfacing materials that remain safe, stable and attractive under long-term outdoor use. Our EPDM granules help solve several common challenges:

Safety performance: The granules provide good elasticity and cushioning, helping to reduce impact on playground surfaces.

Long service life: Peroxide vulcanization creates a more stable molecular structure, improving durability and aging resistance.

Color stability: The granules maintain bright and consistent colors even under strong sunlight and frequent outdoor exposure.

Low odor and environmental friendliness: Because no sulfur is used in the vulcanization process, the granules are odorless and more environmentally responsible.

Design flexibility: Custom RAL, Pantone and customer-sample colors allow creative playground patterns, logos and zone markings.

Consistent supply: With dedicated EPDM production capacity, we can support sample testing, trial orders and long-term procurement.

Applications and advantages of EPDM rubber granules

EPDM granules are widely used in outdoor safety and leisure surfaces. They can be combined with binders or backing systems depending on the final application.

Typical applications include:

School playgrounds and kindergarten activity areas

Public parks and community leisure spaces

Running tracks, jogging paths and fitness zones

Sports courts and multi-purpose outdoor courts

Artificial turf infill systems

EPDM safety tiles, mats and interlocking pads

Rooftop playgrounds and urban recreation areas

Water play areas and outdoor amusement zones

Key advantages:

Excellent UV resistance and weather resistance

High elasticity and good shock absorption

Strong aging resistance and color retention

Odorless, non-polluting and human-friendly

Good high-temperature performance

Flame-retardant performance with Class 1 rating

Low bulk density and strong three-dimensional particle shape

Suitable for different climates and outdoor environments

Performance in different climates and regions

EPDM granules are used in many countries with different weather conditions. Their performance depends on formulation, particle quality and installation, but EPDM is generally recognized for strong outdoor durability.

Hot and sunny regions: In Middle Eastern, Southeast Asian, African and other high-UV climates, our EPDM granules offer strong UV stability, high-temperature resistance and long-term color retention.

Cold and snowy regions: In Northern Europe, Canada, Russia and other cold areas, EPDM granules maintain flexibility and elasticity in low temperatures, helping surfaces resist cracking and hardening.

Humid and rainy regions: In tropical and coastal climates, EPDM granules show good moisture resistance and weather stability, making them suitable for parks, schools and sports areas with frequent rainfall.

Temperate regions: In Europe, North America, East Asia and other moderate climates, EPDM granules provide stable performance across seasonal temperature changes and long-term outdoor exposure.

For specific project requirements, we recommend testing samples under local conditions to confirm color, particle size and performance expectations.

Frequently asked questions

What is EPDM rubber granule?  

EPDM rubber granule is a colored ethylene propylene diene monomer rubber particle used mainly for playground surfaces, sports areas, artificial turf systems and outdoor leisure applications.

Are your EPDM granules odorless?  

Yes. Our EPDM granules are produced by peroxide vulcanization and do not contain sulfur. They are odorless, environmentally friendly and suitable for playgrounds and public spaces.

What particle sizes do you provide?  

We support customized particle sizes such as 0.5–1.5 mm, 1–3 mm, 1–4 mm, 2–4 mm and other special specifications according to customer requirements.

Can you customize colors?  

Yes. We support RAL color customization, Pantone color customization, customer-sample color matching and various color combinations for playground designs.

Do you offer OEM, ODM or private label service?  

Yes. We support OEM, ODM and private label cooperation, including customized packaging and branding for distributors and project suppliers.

What is your minimum order quantity?  

Our MOQ is flexible. Please contact us with your required color, particle size, packaging and destination so we can provide a suitable solution.

Can you ship full containers or mixed containers?  

Yes. We support full container loads and mixed container shipments to help customers manage inventory and reduce logistics costs.

Do you provide samples?  

Yes. We can provide free samples for testing. Shipping arrangements can be discussed based on your location and requirements.

Are your EPDM granules suitable for artificial turf?  

Yes. Our EPDM granules can be used as colored infill or surface material in artificial turf systems, depending on the system design and local standards.

How long is the delivery time?  

Delivery time depends on order quantity, color customization and packaging requirements. We aim to provide fast delivery and stable supply for global customers.

Why choose us

We are a professional EPDM colored rubber granule manufacturer with more than 25 years of industry experience and complete advanced production lines. We focus only on EPDM granule production, so our resources, quality control and technical support remain dedicated to this product.

Our advantages include global export experience, stable supply capacity, strict quality control, high color consistency, excellent UV stability and reliable weather and aging resistance. We support OEM, ODM, private label, RAL and Pantone color matching, customer-sample color customization, various particle sizes and customized packaging. Whether you need a small trial order or full container procurement, we can provide flexible and professional EPDM granule solutions for playground and outdoor surface projects.

Contact us with your required color, particle size, packaging and destination, and we will arrange free samples and a customized quotation for your EPDM granule project.

WOW(LYG) New Material Co Ltd is a manufacturer specializing in the production of EPDM granules. We use the method of peroxide sulfidation technology, it increases the service life by more than 3 times than traditional EPDM granules, and enhances the performance, including anti-aging, high-temperature resistance, and colorfastness.

We have over 25 years of production experience and offer customization for colors and granule sizes. NO MOQ.