Softroc

Softroc: poured-in-place rubber surfacing for residential and commercial use

Softroc is a U.S.-based company that presents itself as a provider of poured-in-place rubber safety surfacing and concrete overlay solutions. The company states it has more than 30 years of experience in the industry and operates through a growing franchise network. Its work covers both residential and commercial projects, with installations carried out by certified crews using high-quality rubber granules, UV-stable binders, and its Hardroc brand resin-bound stone overlay systems.

Residential applications

On the residential side, Softroc installs rubber surfaces for pool decks, patios and porches, home gyms, sports courts (basketball, multi-sport, pickleball, and tennis), garage floors, driveways, boats and docks, as well as rubber mulching. The company promotes these surfaces as a durable, slip-resistant alternative that stays cool underfoot compared with concrete or pavers.

Commercial applications

For the commercial sector, Softroc offers solutions for playgrounds, pool decks, retail floors, splash pads, and walking trails. The company describes its products as safe, flexible, and available in a wide variety of color blends, with the goal of bringing comfort, durability, and style to any space.

Products and materials

Softroc uses EPDM and TPR rubber granules, made from virgin raw materials and certified to ASTM and CSA standards. These granules are available in more than 25 colors, 10 standard blends, and endless custom combinations. They are 1 to 4 mm in diameter, made of pure vulcanized rubber, UV stable, non-toxic, and latex free. For high-impact applications such as driveways, garages, walking trails, and recreational facilities, the company uses SBR (styrene-butadiene rubber) granules, produced from recycled tires and chemically cleaned. These granules offer maximum stability and traction.

The company also uses high-grade polyurethane binders, specifically formulated to pair with its rubber granules. These binders offer high heat resistance and rapid cure times. Softroc uses 100% UV-stable aliphatic urethanes to protect surfaces from sun damage and ambering, and highlights their chemical resistance, making them suitable for pool decks and marine applications exposed to chemicals or saltwater. The binders also resist the buildup of bacteria and fungus.

Complementary services

In addition to rubber surface installation, Softroc offers cleaning and maintenance services, including softwashing and pressure washing to remove deep-set dirt and restore the appearance of the rubber. Through its sister brand, The Driveway Company, the company also performs concrete repairs such as surface cleaning, crack and joint filling, and outdoor waterproofing.

Work process

The hiring process described by the company consists of three steps: the customer fills out a contact form, a representative reaches out for a free consultation, and finally the installers mix the colors and hand-trowel the rubber surface on site. Softroc offers free estimates and flexible financing options.

Presence and reach

Softroc operates in the United States through a rapidly growing franchise network. The company states it has completed more than 6,000 surface transformations and presents itself as a growing brand in the safety surfacing and outdoor overlay sector. Its offering is complemented by the Hardroc brand, specializing in resin-bound stone overlays, and The Driveway Company, focused on concrete repair.