Artificial Turf, ranked by PFAS safety
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Act Global
DuraGrass Artificial Grass Hybrid Turf Patch
Hold until the brand reveals the coating chemistry and durability treatments.
Sportmaster
Multi Sport Turf
Insufficient brand disclosure.
AstroTurf
SeeGreen 5 ft. W X 7 ft. L Green Polypropylene Astroturf
Lower concern; polypropylene rarely requires PFAS, but no brand disclosure on treatments.
Worth buying Good or Excellent, safest first
AstroTurf
SeeGreen 5 ft. W X 7 ft. L Green Polypropylene Astroturf
Polypropylene (PP) astroturf
VOC off-gassing from polyurethane or latex adhesive
Limited concern
Polypropylene UV degradation and microplastic shedding
High concern
Backing adhesive failure and fiber separation
Moderate concern
Infill contamination (if rubber granules used)
Limited concern
Lower concern; polypropylene rarely requires PFAS, but no brand disclosure on treatments.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
AstroTurf
LITA ECO Ultra Thick Cut to Length
Synthetic turf fibers (polyethylene/polypropylene backing)
PFAS
Limited concern
Microplastic shedding from fibers
Moderate concern
Leaching from backing polymers or adhesives
Limited concern
Infill contamination (if sand or crumb used)
Limited concern
Wait for brand to disclose turf composition; synthetic turf historically may use PFAS.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
Sportmaster
Multi Sport Turf
synthetic turf (polyethylene/polypropylene fibers, infill material unspecified)
Heavy metals
Limited concern
Undisclosed infill composition and leachates
Moderate concern
Fiber degradation and microplastic generation
Limited concern
Volatile organic compound off-gassing during installation
Limited concern
Insufficient brand disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
Artificial Landscaping Turf | 15ft Wide | | Artificial Turf, Synthetic Grass for Landscaping, Garden, Yards, Fields | In
polyethylene or polypropylene synthetic fibers, backing adhesive unspecified
PFAS
High concern
Flame retardants
Limited concern
Microplastic shedding during use and weathering
Moderate concern
Adhesive off-gassing or leaching during installation and weathering
Limited concern
No PFAS disclosure. Verify with seller; synthetic turf backing adhesives often contain PFAS.
⚠Risky category by default
Domo Sports Grass
FloorEXP Event Synthetic Grass Roll
synthetic polypropylene/polyethylene grass fibers
Flame retardants
High concern
Volatile organic compound (VOC) off-gassing
Limited concern
Colorant and pigment leaching
Limited concern
Microplastic fiber shedding
Moderate concern
Synthetic grass fiber lacks typical PFAS indicators.
⚠Risky category by default
Domo Sports Grass
34 Oz Padded Gym Artificial Turf | 15ft Wide
polyethylene turf fibers, polypropylene backing
VOC off-gassing from polyethylene and polypropylene
Limited concern
Infill material contamination (unspecified)
Limited concern
Backing degradation and fiber shedding
Moderate concern
Bacterial and mold growth in moisture-prone conditions
Limited concern
Lower concern. Artificial turf typically uses base polymers without intentional PFAS.
⚠Risky category by default
Artificial Grass Liquidators
Green Valley Pro 105
Polyethylene (PE) synthetic fibers, backing unknown
Backing material leachables (unknown composition)
Limited concern
Heavy metals
Limited concern
VOC off-gassing from UV stabilizers and processing aids
Limited concern
Microfiber shedding and soil contamination
Moderate concern
Wait until composition and backing are fully disclosed.
⚠Risky category by default
Graded and flagged Poor and Bad, we’d swap these
LifeProof
with Petproof Technology Premium Pet Turf Green Artificial Grass Rug
Polyethylene (PE) artificial turf with undisclosed water-repellent coating/stain-resist coating
PFAS
High concern
Microplastic shedding from backing and fibers
Limited concern
Coating degradation and particulate release
Moderate concern
Wait or request coating details; pet turf often uses PFAS-based water repellents.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
FieldTurf
Artificial Sports Field Turf
Polyethylene/polypropylene fibers with proprietary coatings; infill (typically crumb rubber or sand)
Crumb rubber infill - zinc and PAH leaching
High concern
Proprietary coating composition unknown
Moderate concern
Polymer fiber degradation and microplastic shedding
Limited concern
Heat release and off-gassing during and after installation
Limited concern
Wait for FieldTurf to disclose coating details; artificial turf often contains PFAS water repellents.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
TrafficMaster Emerald Green Precut Turf Artificial Grass Rug
Polypropylene turf backing with unknown stain/water treatments
PFAS
Limited concern
Volatile organic compound (VOC) off-gassing
Moderate concern
UV-induced degradation and microplastic release
High concern
Bacterial or mold growth in wet conditions
Limited concern
Wait for TrafficMaster to disclose treatment chemistry; artificial turf commonly uses PFAS coatings.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
FieldTurf
TrafficMaster Landscape Turf 7.5 ft. x Green Artificial Grass Rug
Polypropylene turf with synthetic backing/adhesive coating
Backing adhesive volatiles and off-gassing
Limited concern
Infill contamination and inhalation risk
Moderate concern
Polypropylene fiber degradation and microplastic shedding
High concern
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Limited concern
Wait for brand to disclose coating details; artificial turf frequently uses PFAS treatments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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
High concern
Microplastics
Moderate concern
Mold and bacterial growth in backing/moisture retention
Limited concern
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
Limited concern
Microplastics
High concern
Heavy metals
Limited concern
Bacterial or mold growth if moisture retained
Limited concern
Wait for manufacturer to disclose PFAS status; artificial turf coatings commonly contain PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Artificial Grass Liquidators
Style Selections Artificial Grass
Polypropylene/polyethylene synthetic fibers with unknown coating/treatment
PFAS
Limited concern
Thermal degradation and polymer breakdown
High concern
Microplastic shedding during use and installation
Moderate concern
Mold and bacterial growth if drainage fails
Limited concern
Wait until coating composition is disclosed; artificial grass often uses water repellent chemicals.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
AstroTurf
Artificial Landscaping Turf 15ft Wide $2.89/sqft Artificial Turf
Polyethylene or polypropylene base with unknown water-repellent coating/stain-resistant coating
PFAS
Limited concern
Microplastic shedding during use and maintenance
Moderate concern
Infill material contamination (if included or recommended)
Limited concern
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) off-gassing during installation
Limited concern
Wait for brand to disclose coating chemistry; artificial turf routinely uses PFAS for durability.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
AstroTurf
LITA Natural Thick Artificial Grass turf Cut to Length Realistic Deluxe 1.5in Pile Height
Polyethylene (PE) synthetic turf pile with unspecified backing/adhesive coatings
Microplastic shedding (PE pile degradation)
High concern
Backing adhesive leachates (unspecified composition)
Limited concern
Volatile organic compound (VOC) off-gassing from backing/adhesive
Limited concern
PFAS
High concern
Wait for manufacturer to disclose coating chemistry; artificial grass commonly uses PFAS repellents.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
All Sport Artificial Grass Turf Roll
Polyethylene-based synthetic turf with unknown infill/coating treatments
Infill composition uncertainty
Limited concern
VOC off-gassing and odor
Limited concern
Microfragment shedding
Moderate concern
Bacterial and mold growth
Limited concern
Wait due to lack of transparency on treatments and coatings.
⚠Undisclosed proprietary coating
Domo Sports Grass
Extreme Turf Tiles 23" x 46"
synthetic turf fiber, backing adhesive, infill composition unspecified
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Limited concern
Infill contamination and leaching (if recycled rubber)
Limited concern
Backing material degradation and particle release
Limited concern
Mold and bacterial growth in infill
Limited concern
Synthetic turf tiles; adhesive and infill composition unknown, risk unclear.
⚠Undisclosed proprietary coating
Artificial Landscaping Turf 15ft Wide $2.39/sqft Artificial Turf
Polyethylene or polypropylene base with unspecified water-repellent coating
PFAS
Limited concern
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from coating off-gassing
Limited concern
Degradation byproducts from UV exposure
Limited concern
Wait for brand to disclose coating materials.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Sportmaster
Sport Artificial Turf - NEW!
Synthetic turf fibers, likely polyethylene or polypropylene with unknown infill and coatings
Flame retardants
Limited concern
Heavy metals
Limited concern
Microplastic shedding from fiber degradation
Moderate concern
Leaching of colorants and UV stabilizers
Limited concern
Wait for brand to disclose infill composition and coating chemicals.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Sportmaster
PG40 Artificial Turf
polyethylene or polypropylene fibers with unspecified backing/adhesive coating
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from adhesive/backing
Limited concern
Microplastic shedding from fiber wear
Moderate concern
Degradation of backing/adhesive over time and UV exposure
High concern
Synthetic turf backing and adhesives often use PFAS; Sportmaster does not disclose.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Domo Sports Grass
Titan Fitness Artificial Turf Grass Gym Flooring Roll
synthetic fiber turf with unspecified coatings
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and off-gassing from coatings and adhesives
Limited concern
Antimicrobial and water-repellent chemical coatings (unspecified composition)
Limited concern
Mold and bacterial growth if not maintained
Moderate concern
Synthetic fiber shedding and microfiber inhalation
Limited concern
Wait for brand to disclose coating chemistry or testing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
The Home Depot GREENLINE Artificial Grass Turf
Polyethylene/polypropylene fibers with unknown water-resistant coating
Microplastics
High concern
Leachates from water-resistant coating
Limited concern
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) off-gassing
Limited concern
Wait unless brand discloses coating composition or provides PFAS test results.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Tarkett
DuraGrass Artificial Grass Lawn Repair
polyethylene or polypropylene with unspecified water-resistant backing/coating
Microplastic shedding from fiber degradation
High concern
Uncharacterized backing coatings and water-resistant additives
Limited concern
Volatile organic compound (VOC) off-gassing during installation or heat exposure
Limited concern
Wait for Tarkett to disclose coating composition and PFAS status.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Tarkett
Select Surfaces Evergreen Artificial Grass
polyethylene turf with likely durable water/stain resistant coating
PFAS
Limited concern
Microfiber and microplastic shedding
Moderate concern
Heat degradation and off-gassing potential
Limited concern
Bacterial or algal growth if improperly drained or maintained
Limited concern
Wait for Tarkett to disclose coating chemistry and durability treatment composition.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Artificial Grass Liquidators
Ottomanson Evergreen Indoor/Outdoor Artificial Grass Turf Area Rug
Polypropylene-based artificial grass with unspecified water/stain treatment
Volatile organic compounds (VOC) off-gassing
High concern
Flame retardants
Limited concern
Microfiber shedding and inhalation
Moderate concern
water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating composition
High concern
Wait. Waterproof artificial grass likely treated with PFAS-based coatings.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Artificial Landscaping Turf 15ft Wide $2.09/sqft Artificial Turf
Polyethylene or polypropylene with undisclosed water/stain-resistant coating
Flame retardants
Limited concern
Volatile organic compounds (VOC) and off-gassing
Moderate concern
Microplastic shedding
High concern
PFAS
High concern
Wait. Artificial turf commonly uses PFAS-based coatings; no composition disclosure provided.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Artificial Grass Liquidators
SYNLawn Artificial Grass
polyethylene with unspecified water/stain resistant coatings
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from coating degradation under UV and heat
Limited concern
Microbial growth and odor in backing if drainage inadequate
Moderate concern
Polyethylene fiber shedding and microplastic accumulation
Limited concern
PFAS
High concern
Wait for manufacturer to disclose coating chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Artificial Grass Liquidators
Off-Cut And Remnant Artificial Turf Clearance
Synthetic grass fibers with adhesive backing and protective coatings
VOC off-gassing from adhesives and coatings
High concern
Microplastics
Limited concern
Heavy metals
Limited concern
Mold and bacterial growth in backing (moisture-prone environments)
Limited concern
Wait for the seller to disclose PFAS content before buying.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Act Global
DuraGrass Artificial Grass Hybrid Turf Patch
polyethylene artificial grass, unspecified coating/adhesive
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and polymer off-gassing
Limited concern
Adhesive leachates and seam breakdown
Limited concern
Microplastic particle shedding
High concern
Hold until the brand reveals the coating chemistry and durability treatments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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