Recycled rubber mulch costs roughly $8 to $14 per cubic foot, depending on the grade and quantity purchased. While natural wood mulch costs $2 to $3 per cubic foot, wood mulch has a shorter lifespan and needs to be replaced every two years.

How much does a yard of rubber mulch cost?

Rubber mulch costs around $120 per cubic yard. Most people pay between $80 and $160 per cubic yard.

What are the disadvantages of rubber mulch?

• It has a higher initial cost compared to other mulch products. …
• It has a higher degree of flammability concern. …
• It still has some fading. …
• It requires weeding by hand for maintenance work. …
• It is difficult to remove rubber mulch from the ground.