Rubbersidewalks are a cost-effective and environmentally sound solution to the
chronic problems caused by tree-lined sidewalks. Cities across the country
struggle with the public safety concerns and financial burdens posed by tree
roots lifting concrete sidewalks. Rubbersidewalks’ modular sidewalk system
allows air and water to easily reach soil below, so trees develop less
aggressive roots which can be easily maintained during periodic inspection.
Rubbersidewalks currently installed nationwide: Over 30,000 square
feet
Average cost per square foot, including break out and installation:
$15.00
Standard size: 2’ x 2.5’ x 1.875”/ 5 square feet, universal-use
size
Installation method: Interconnected, modular system
Cost savings:
Rubbersidewalks eliminate injury and costly claims for trip and fall accidents
Concrete sidewalks cannot be “maintained”. They must be
completely demolished, off hauled, and replaced.
Rubbersidewalks maintenance is economical.
Rubbersidewalks, Inc. tracks all installation sites for
maintenance review, alleviating burden on city.
Benefits of Rubbersidewalks:
Saves the urban forest by eliminating need for tree removal
Modular system allows pavers to be periodically opened for
inspection and easily reinstalled
Available in assorted shades and textures to resemble concrete,
granite or adobe-colored pavements
Reversible pavers, last for at least 14 years of typical usage
Provides safe passage for all pedestrian and wheeled traffic
Directs water into soil thus reducing water run-off into storm
drain
Resilient though firm, more comfortable and healthy to walk or
jog on
Absorbs sound, reduces decibel level of foot and wheeled traffic
Safe, non-toxic and flame resistant
Can be used in tree wells as well as sidewalks
Excellent for use in temporary sidewalk situations, such as
events or construction sites
Minimizes the need for tree root trimming
Serves the environment:
One-square-foot of Rubbersidewalks recycles waste rubber from one passenger
tire
In California alone more than 34 million passenger tires are disposed of each
year creating 408 million pounds of waste rubber.
Each 20 square foot installation saves one tree from removal
Rubbersidewalks’ pavers are recollected and recycled
at the end of their life cycle
Company:
Headquartered in Gardena, California, Rubbersidewalks, Inc. was
founded in 2001 by company president/CEO, Lindsay Smith. The product was
invented by Richard Valeriano, public works inspector for the City of Santa
Monica, where it was tested for more than three years before being offered to
other municipalities. Today, Rubbersidewalks are being installed regularly in
cities throughout California, as well as Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Oregon, and
New York.
The resources
of the earth are limited. Recycling is limited only by our
imagination and effort.
