1. What exactly is Fibar^®?
Fibar is a unique blend of processed wood fibers. The wood fibers knit together forming a firm and stable surface, yet providing great cushioning properties. Fibar is not wood chips and contains virtually no bark.

2. Why not just install wood chips?
Fibar passes ASTM F2075 Standard Test for Engineered Wood Fiber for Use as a Playground Safety Surface Under and Around Playground Equipment.

3. Is Fibar^® accessible?
Fibar passes ASTM F1951 Standard Specification for Determination of Accessibility of Surface Systems Under and Around Playground Equipment. The U.S. Department of Interior (DOI) has also ruled that wood fiber surfaces are accessible provided there is adequate drainage; they are installed correctly, and properly maintained.

4. Has burning been a problem?
No, burning has not been a problem. Flammability test results are available from the home office.

5. What if broken glass falls on the Fibar surface?
Broken glass and debris typically stay on top of the Fibar. They are easily removed by raking.

6. Why spend more for a Fibar System?
A Fibar System has benefits that look-alikes don’t: a 25-year warranty (System300) and product liability insurance. Fibar is successful because it includes a drainage system that is specially designed for playgrounds. (The U.S. Department of Interior says that good drainage is essential!)

7. How long does Fibar^® last?
Fibar System 300 is guaranteed to perform for 25 years, provided the depth is maintained by occasional top-offs. Fibar does not decompose as mulch does. Test results show that after 12 years of use its impact absorbing qualities actually get better with age!

8. Is Fibar treated?
No! Fibar wood fiber is not chemically treated and is totally natural.

9. What contains the Fibar^®?
You can border with curbing for an above-ground installation or excavate to have the play area flush with the surrounding land.

10. Are insects a problem?
No. Fibar is a manufactured product with thousands of installations nationwide. Insects have not been a problem.

Boy on swing.

11. What about splinters?
Dr. Voigt Hodgson, (who conducted the impact attenuation testing) of the Neurology Department of Wayne State University, said: “No slivers were noted to occur personally or to an assistant despite extensive handling of the fibers.

12. How is Fibar^® maintained?
Occasional raking as usage dictates is all that is necessary to keep the play area in good condition. According to usage, the area will need to be topped off periodically. Active playgrounds are usually topped off every three years.

13. How do I know that the Fibar^® Systems meet safety standards?
Fibar is regularly tested in accordance with ASTM F1292 impact tests and ASTM F2075 Engineered Wood Fiber Standard. Fibar exceeds ASTM standards and CPSC guidelines. These test results are available on request.

14. What if children eat it?
Fibar is a nontoxic, all natural wood product and not chemically treated in any way.

15. Why do I need FibarMats?
They protect the surfacing and FibarFelt in heavily-used areas such as under swings, slide exits, and sliding poles.

16. Have Fibar Systems been used in inner-city areas?
Yes. For example, Fibar is the surface of choice for all 500 Chicago Park District playgrounds, as well as parks in Houston and New York City.

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