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Safety Surfacing Calculator

Calculate volume, weight, and cost of playground safety surfacing materials for a given fall height and area per CPSC/ASTM F1292.

Inputs

%

Results

Install depth with compaction (in)

15

Estimated material cost ($)

$1,250

Minimum depth (in)12
Volume needed (cu ft)500
Volume needed (cu yd)18.52
Weight (tons)3.75
Dump truck loads2
How to Use This Calculator
  1. Enter Surfacing area (sq ft), Critical fall height (ft), and Material type.
  2. Set Compaction allowance (%).
  3. Review Install depth with compaction (in) and Estimated material cost ($) ($).
  4. Use Minimum depth (in) and Volume needed (cu ft) to inform your decision.
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