LOOSE-FILL VS. FIRSTBASE™
What is the difference?
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What exactly is the difference between loose-fill and Poured in Place surfacing? It's one of the most common questions we get asked. That's why we created a brief comparison on some of the key differences between the two types of surfacing.While loose-fill surfacing (pea-gravel, sand, EWF) is traditional, it can contain hidden costs (not to mention hazards) which can greatly reduce the safety and integrity of the playground. We've highlighted some of these elements in the comparison below:
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![Loosefill Vs Unitary Surfacing Comparison](https://assets.zyrosite.com/cdn-cgi/image/format=auto,w=509,h=680,fit=crop/AR05wX1EB9fB6p87/6320cb48297b483148fec5c5_loose-fill-vs.-firstbaseac-AGBqoBXKpVFKGJBP.png)
![Loosefill Vs Unitary Surfacing Comparison](https://assets.zyrosite.com/cdn-cgi/image/format=auto,w=382,h=320,fit=crop/AR05wX1EB9fB6p87/6320cb48297b483148fec5c5_loose-fill-vs.-firstbaseac-AGBqoBXKpVFKGJBP.png)