Rubber Mulch: Everlast Rubber Mulch - America's Premier Rubber Mulch Manufacturer

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q- Is EVERLAST RUBBER MULCH safe for my family and pets?
A- Absolutely. EVERLAST RUBBER MULCH is 100% non-toxic, non-leaching, and environmentally friendly.

Q- Is EVERLAST RUBBER MULCH treated with a bio-cide?
A- Yes. Since day one we have been treating our mulches with a microbial inhibitor. Most of the time mold is introduced to exterior products via airborne particulates and does not actually grown on the surface of the product rather on the contaminant.

Q- Where does the rubber come from?
A- EVERLAST RUBBER MULCH is made of 100% recycled tires. Every cubic yard of EVERLAST RUBBER MULCH eliminates approximately 33 tires.

Q- Is there an odor?
A- No. Usually within 48 hours of installation any trace smell is gone.

Q- Are there any plants I should not use EVERLAST RUBBER MULCH around?
A- All plant types will thrive under EVERLAST RUBBER MULCH. Water retention is excellent, yet the product does not retain water in itself, unlike organic mulches rubber does not promote fungus growth.

Q- Will EVERLAST RUBBER MULCH wash out?
A- No. Even in areas prone to wash out due to a tile roof, EVERLAST RUBBER MULCH will not wash out and run down your sidewalk or driveway.

Q- Do I need to install a weed barrier first?
A- Absolutely not! Weed barrier will trap soil on top and retain moisture creating the perfect bedding for weed seed. Placing a weed barrier underneath Everlast Rubber Mulch will diminish the weed control properties of the material.

Q- So does the rubber kill the weeds?
A- No. The rubber will not prevent weed seed that is already in the soil from germinating. You can apply a pre-emergent before installation to kill the seed and/or apply a “RoundUp” type product a few weeks after insallation. Once the weed seed is out of the soil. Everlast Rubber Mulch will trap the airborne weed seed and it will dehydrate before it germinates! You will see an honest 90% reduction in weed growth.

Q- Will weed killer discolor Everlast Rubber Mulch?
A- No. Weed killer will not affect Everlast Rubber Mulch in any way. Do be careful with dry granulated fertilizer. Be sure to water it in as the oxidizers in it will chemically burn the colorants.

Q- How long will Everlast Rubber Mulch hold its color?
A- In most environments the material will stay attractive for 5 years +. Total color loss will take 10 years.

Q- How do I remove leaves and debris from my landscape?
A- Simply use a hand held or backpack blower from a few feet away. Most dry material will blow out easily. Pine needles are difficult and a natural colored Everlast Rubber Mulch will be your best bet.

Q- Should I use Everlast Rubber Mulch for my playground?
A- NO. Our Everlast Kids rubber mulch is engineered for this application. Please call for information.