Shaw Sports Turf Review, Is Shaw Sports Turf Non-Toxic?
PFAS Authority is a scoring system, not a laboratory. We do not test products ourselves. Grades are model-based, built from published ingredients, materials, certifications, brand disclosures and third-party lab results where they exist. See the rubric.
Across 2 graded products, Shaw Sports Turf averages Poor (40/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. None of its products grade Good or better yet. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.
Graded and flagged Poor and Bad, we’d swap these
Shaw Sports Turf
Shaw Philadelphia Performance Turf Free Time 5MM 54731 Indoor Outdoor Artificial Turf Carpet | 54731
Polyester/nylon turf with proprietary performance coating
PFAS
Performance coatings on synthetic turf commonly use PFAS for water/stain resistance. Shaw…
Microplastics
Polyester and nylon turf fibers shed microplastics during wear, especially once coating…
Mold and bacterial growth in backing/moisture retention
Synthetic turf backing can retain moisture and harbor mold or bacteria if not adequately…
Wait for Shaw to disclose coating chemistry; performance turf often uses PFAS-based finishes.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Shaw Sports Turf
Unbranded Cruze Artificial Grass Turf
Polyethylene (PE) fibers with proprietary stain/water treatment
PFAS
Artificial turf coatings for stain and water resistance commonly use PFAS-based…
Microplastics
PE fiber turf naturally degrades and sheds microplastics over time, especially under foot…
Heavy metals
Artificial turf may contain heavy metals (lead, cadmium) in dyes or infill materials used…
Bacterial or mold growth if moisture retained
Inadequate drainage or standing water can promote mold or bacterial colonization in the…
Wait for manufacturer to disclose PFAS status; artificial turf coatings commonly contain PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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