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Wetpour - Safety Surfacing (Wet Pour) - Resin Bound Rubber Crumb Surfacing

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DCM Surfaces Third party certifications:
  • BS EN 13501-1

    BS EN 13501-1

    Certificate type

  • ISO 9001 Quality Management

    Certificate type

  • Constructionline Gold

    Constructionline Gold

    Certificate type

  • Rospa Safety Charity

    Rospa Safety Charity

    Certificate type

Wetpour is a safe and cushioned surface for playgrounds. Its smooth, seamless finish allows for imaginative designs, while its water-permeable properties ensure reliability and versatility.

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Application

Wetpour resin bound rubber crumb surfacing, while most commonly found in playgrounds, is also used in other settings. This EPDM safety surface is suitable for:


  • Playgrounds.
  • Walkways.
  • Around swimming pools.
  • In senior care facilities.
  • Sports areas.
  • Equestrian


Its versatility in terms of thickness and design makes it adaptable for various environments where safety and aesthetics are priorities.

Description

Wetpour is a durable, impact-absorbing surface often used in playgrounds. One of the key features of DCM's Wetpour is its ability to achieve critical fall heights of up to 3 metres. It has also passed the most comprehensive testing criteria which includes flammability, indentation and abrasive wear.


Wetpour is constructed from two integral layers of rubber crumb combined with specialised polyurethane-based resins. These layers are designed to provide a safe level of impact absorption and come in varying thicknesses to match different maximum fall height risks. Essentially, the thicker the base surfacing material, the higher the fall risk it can mitigate.


DCM's rubber playground surfaces are offered in a wide range of colours, including vibrant, pastel, and neutral shades, as well as options for letters, numbers, graphics, and logos.


Features and benefits:

  • Significantly reduces the risk of injuries.
  • Requires minimal maintenance.
  • Provides excellent slip resistance.
  • Offers a diverse selection of colours and designs.
  • Compliant with British and European standards BS 7188 and EN 1177.
  • The porous surface can be utilised throughout the year.
  • Delivers a seamless finish as it is hand-laid
  • Suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.


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FAQ's:


Q: What depth is wetpour laid to?

A: The top layer of the wetpour (wearing course) is laid to a minimum of 15mm. If play equipment is present, a CFH (critical fall height) is measured and the base course is adjusted depending on the amount of impact absorbing protection that is needed.


Q: Where is the rubber and resin sourced from?

A: All rubber is sourced from the UK and western Europe only. This ensures that our products comply with safety standards and are non-toxic.


Q: How soon can the surface be used after installation?

A: We recommend a minimum of 24 hours, especially during winter months when the binder could take longer to cure.


Q: Which edges should be used when installing wet pour?

A: We recommend pre-cast concrete or rubber edges are installed to ensure that the contraction and expansion of rubber, due to temperature changes in the weather, does not cause gaps between the edge and the surface.


Q: Can wetpour be installed onto steps?

A: Wetpour can be installed onto steps, as long as there is an edge for it to be installed up to.

General information

Color

Beige

Black

Yellow

Brown

Blue

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Finish

Anti-slip

Material

EPDM

Styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR)

Polyurethane

Shape

Other

Guidance for specification option:

Can be poured into any pre-formed mould.

Formless

Guidance for specification option:

Liquid poured.

Circle

Crescent

Diamond

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Length

Bespoke

Width

Bespoke

Height

Bespoke

Warranty description

Five year

Uniclass

Pr_35_31_05_64 Polyurethane-bound ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM) rubber crumb surfacingsPrimary

CAWS

Q52/115 Playground

Q52/140 Multi-use games area

Q26/360 In situ synthetic surfacing

Specification data - Polyurethane-bound ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM) rubber crumb surfacings

Standard

To BS 7188 and BS EN 1177.

Colour

Light Green.

Light Blue.

Dark Green.

Dark Blue.

Red.

Bright Green.

Eggshell.

Earth Yellow.

Turquoise.

Beige.

Brown.

Grey.

Dark Grey.

Purple.

Bright Yellow.

Pink.

Orange.

Black and Light Blue.

Black and Light Green.

Black and Red.

Fire Blend.

Water Bend.

Earth Blend.

Recycled content

60%.

Slip resistance – water wet (minimum)

PTV of 43 (wet) and 73 (dry).

Guidance for specification option:

Minimum.

Surface material

Top layer: 1–3 mm EPDM rubber granules, 18% minimum binder content; Bottom layer: 2–6 mm recycled rubber granules, 8% minimum binder content.

Guidance for specification option:

  • 15 mm top layer, 25–115 mm bottom layer (depths vary depending on sub-base and critical fall height requirements).
  • Refer to the data sheet for compatible sub-base materials.

Binder

Polyurethane-based resins.

Cure time

12–18 hours.

Certification

To BS 7188:1998+A2:2009, BS EN 1177:2018, BS 5696-3, BS EN 71-3 and BS EN 12616:2013.

Sustainability data

Contains Red List materials

No

Country of material origin

Switzerland

Country of product manufacture

United Kingdom

Material

EPDM

Styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR)

Polyurethane

Manufacturing plant location

Recyclability

Specialist Recycling Available

Recycled content

As defined in clause 7.8 of BS EN ISO 14021

60 %

Manufacturer guidance

Wetpour surfacing consists of two distinct layers. The upper layer is composed of a 15mm thick virgin Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer (EPDM) rubber. Beneath this, there is a minimum 25mm layer of Styrene-Butadiene Rubber (SBR). This SBR layer is derived from recycled end-of-life truck tires, which are fully processed and repurposed before being used in the Wetpour surfacing.

Expected Life

Five year

Third party certifications

BS EN 13501-1

Wetpour Critical Fall Heights

ISO 9001 Quality Management

ISO 9001 Quality Management

ISO 9001 Quality Management

Constructionline Gold

Constructionline Gold

Constructionline Gold

Rospa Safety Charity

ROSPA

Literature

Data Sheet - Wetpour

Data Sheet - Wetpour

Wetpour Colour Chart

Wetpour Colour Chart

Case studies

Prospect Park Playground - Battersea

Prospect Park Playground - Battersea

Burdett Road - Canary Wharf

Burdett Road - Canary Wharf

Rushden Lakes Shopping Centre - Northampton

Rushden Lakes Shopping Centre - Northampton

Kings Oak Primary School - Bedford

Kings Oak Primary School - Bedford