RUBAROC
RUBAROC
SYNTHETIC SURFACES
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RUBAROC
safe, functional spaces for enrichment and play.
Rubarock surfaces create safe, durable and comfortable spaces for children to learn, play and grow.
Safe.
Impact-absorbing surfaces for added protection.
Durable.
Built to withstand everyday play and all conditions.
Comfortable.
Soft underfoot and gentle for little hands and feet
Safer Surfaces for Little Feet
Premium Rubber Surfacing for Childcare & Early Learning Spaces
When children are running, climbing, exploring and playing, the surface beneath them matters.
Rubaroc creates resilient, slip-resistant rubber surfacing designed for childcare centres, preschools, early learning facilities and outdoor play environments.
Safe, durable and comfortable underfoot, Rubaroc provides a seamless surface built to withstand the demands of busy childcare spaces — without compromising on appearance.
SAFE. DURABLE. SLIP-RESISTANT. EASY TO CLEAN.
Made for Play. Built to Last.
Childcare environments demand more from their surfaces.
From hundreds of little feet moving through outdoor play areas each day to exposure to water, weather, spills and constant cleaning, Rubaroc provides a practical long-term surfacing solution designed for demanding environments.
Our specialist installation teams mix Rubaroc onsite and hand-trowel the surface to create a smooth, seamless finish.
Rubaroc can be installed across large open areas as well as around curves, steps, stairways, edges and other complex architectural features — opening up enormous possibilities for creative childcare and playground design.
Why Choose Rubaroc for Childcare?
P5 Slip Rating
Rubaroc has achieved a P5 slip rating, providing excellent slip resistance for environments where children are constantly moving and playing.
Comfortable Underfoot
The rubber surface provides a more forgiving and comfortable environment underfoot while also helping reduce noise — ideal for active play spaces.
Easy to Clean
Rubaroc is stain resistant and can be cleaned using normal soap and water, making ongoing maintenance simple.
Bacterial & Fungal Resistance
Independent testing recorded no bacterial growth and no fungal growth, an important consideration for busy childcare environments.
Built for Australian Conditions
Rubaroc has demonstrated resistance to ultraviolet exposure and is designed to accommodate temperature changes and ground movement.
Seamless Finish
Unlike individual tiles or pavers, Rubaroc is mixed onsite and hand-trowelled to create a continuous, seamless surface.
Virtually Endless Colour Possibilities
Choose from Rubaroc's extensive colour range or create custom colour blends, patterns and designs to complement your centre, playground or landscape design.
Made for High-Traffic Environments
Rubaroc has been installed across high-traffic recreation and play environments including childcare centres, preschools, schools, outdoor play spaces, sports grounds and community areas.
Tested Performance
Performance You Can Have Confidence In
Rubaroc has undergone extensive material and performance testing.
P5 Slip Rating — PASS
Hardness — PASS
Water Absorption — PASS
Hydrolytic Stability — PASS
Ultraviolet Resistance — PASS
Fire Rating — PASS
Fungal Growth — NO GROWTH
Bacterial Resistance — NO GROWTH
Rubaroc also complies with the Australian Standard for Playground Impact Attenuation AS 4422:2016 where applicable to playground softfall installations.å
Designed Around Your Space
One Surface. Countless Possibilities.
Rubaroc gives childcare designers and operators enormous flexibility when creating engaging play environments.
Use different colours and custom blends to create:
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Outdoor play areas
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Softfall playground zones
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Pathways and walkways
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Under-play-equipment areas
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Water-play areas
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Entry and transition zones
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Courtyards
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Steps and ramps
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Curved and irregular spaces
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Patterned play areas
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Colour-coded activity zones
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Custom shapes and designs
Because Rubaroc is hand-trowelled onsite, the surface can follow unusual shapes, curves and contours that would be difficult to achieve with conventional flooring products.
Install Over Existing Surfaces
Transform Your Existing Childcare Space
In many applications, completely removing an existing surface isn't necessary.
Rubaroc can bond directly to a wide variety of suitable solid substrates, including:
Concrete · Asphalt · Brick · Timber · Steel · Tarmac · Aluminium · Epoxy Stone
This can make Rubaroc particularly attractive when refurbishing or upgrading an established childcare centre.
Our team assesses the existing substrate and recommends the appropriate preparation and installation system for the project.
Designed to Move
Outdoor surfaces are constantly exposed to changing temperatures and natural ground movement.
Rubaroc's rubber and polymer system is designed to expand and contract with temperature changes and accommodate movement within suitable substrates.
Its flexibility also allows the surface to accommodate many substrate cracks associated with ground movement.
The result is a resilient surface designed for demanding outdoor environments.
Easy to Maintain
Because Childcare Surfaces Get Messy.
Mud. Food. Water. Dirt. Spills.
Childcare surfaces need to be practical.
Rubaroc is stain resistant and designed for straightforward cleaning using normal soap and water.
In material testing, canine urine was allowed to dry on Rubaroc for 48 hours before being removed using cold water alone, without hand scrubbing. After drying, technicians observed no remaining staining.
That's the kind of easy-care performance that makes a difference in high-use environments.
Colour Without Compromise
A safe surface doesn't have to look institutional.
Create colourful, imaginative spaces that complement your centre's architecture, landscaping, branding or play philosophy.
Rubaroc offers an extensive selection of individual colours with thousands of potential customised blends and combinations.
Create subtle natural environments, bright playgrounds, contrasting activity areas, pathways, borders, patterns or completely custom designs.
Your space. Your colours. Your design.
From Small Play Areas to Complete Centre Projects
Whether you're resurfacing an existing outdoor area, upgrading a playground or developing an entirely new childcare facility, Rubaroc can work alongside centre operators, builders, architects, landscape designers and project teams.
Our installation teams are equipped to travel for projects throughout Australia, including metropolitan, regional and interstate locations.
Wherever your project is, we'll come to you.
Australian Rubber Surfacing Specialists Since 1992
Rubaroc commenced operations in Australia in 1992 and has since delivered specialist rubber surfacing across childcare, education, recreation, aquatic, commercial, sporting and other demanding environments.
Our experience allows us to develop solutions for projects ranging from straightforward resurfacing through to complex substrates, unusual profiles and highly customised designs.
Create a Safer Place to Play
Planning a new childcare centre?
Upgrading an existing playground?
Or simply looking for a safer, more durable alternative to your current surface?
Talk to Rubaroc about creating a surfacing solution specifically for your space.
Australia-wide projects. Metro, regional & interstate.
(03) 9874 7133