Lowe's Realistic Artificial Grass Turf Lawn Mat
Avoid until brand discloses coating composition and PFAS testing.
Artificial turf products commonly use durable water and stain-repellent coatings that historically contain PFAS. This Lowe's brand provides no public disclosure of coating materials or PFAS status.
The better-graded swap
FieldTurf
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75/100 safety
Same rubric that flunked this product. The swap earned Excellent.
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Material
Polypropylene/polyethylene synthetic turf with unknown water/stain-resistant coating
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Lowe's Realistic Artificial Turf Lawn Mat is made of, ingredients and materials
This product is polypropylene and polyethylene synthetic fibers with an unspecified water and stain-resistant coating. Polypropylene itself is relatively stable and non-leaching under normal outdoor conditions, but the coating formulation is the critical unknown. Water-repellent treatments on outdoor textiles and turf commonly use PFAS (fluoroalkyl compounds) or silicone-based alternatives; The brand has not disclosed which class their coating belongs to, making full safety assessment impossible.
What’s concerning
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement from the brand about PFAS in this product.
Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
Water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS.
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from coating or off-gassing
New synthetic turf products often release odors in the first weeks from adhesives, latex backing, and coating solvents. Products may off-gas during installation and in warm weather; no specific VOC emissions testing has been published for this line.
Microplastic shedding during use and weathering
Polypropylene and polyethylene fibers degrade under UV exposure and foot traffic, releasing microplastics into soil and runoff. This is inherent to all synthetic turf; the rate depends on fiber quality and infill material (if used).
Coating degradation and leaching over time
Water-resistant coatings on outdoor products degrade under UV, temperature cycling, and moisture exposure. As the coating breaks down, underlying polymer may leach or coating residues may enter runoff; without knowing the coating type, degradation hazard cannot be quantified.
What’s reassuring
Heavy metals
No specific information is available on whether includes lead or cadmium-containing infill or stabilizers. Independently sourced infill (rubber, sand) may contain trace metals; this is a known concern for some artificial turf installations but not documented for this product specifically.
Source, FDA ↗Allergen or irritant exposure from synthetic fibers or additives
Polypropylene is not a known respiratory or skin sensitizer; however, degraded fiber fragments and dust from long-term use could trigger minor irritation in sensitive individuals. No specific allergenic additives have been identified in this product line.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
The brand is a subsidiary of Schultz Company and is a major artificial turf manufacturer. The brand has not published technical datasheets, safety certifications, or PFAS testing results in publicly available sources. No established recalls or regulatory violations are on record for this specific product line, but the absence of transparency on coating chemistry is a red flag in an industry where PFAS use is common and increasingly scrutinized.
How it compares in its category
Artificial turf products sold at major retailers typically do not disclose coating composition, making the brand's silence typical rather than exceptional. Natural grass alternatives eliminate coating risk entirely but require mowing and pesticide management. Premium brands (e.g., FieldTurf) have begun publishing PFAS-free certifications in response to regulatory pressure; The brand's lack of such claims is a relative disadvantage as market expectations shift.
If you buy it
Request the safety data sheet (SDS) and coating composition directly from the manufacturer or Lowe's before purchase. Install over a permeable base to minimize runoff into soil and groundwater. Avoid high-heat exposure (keep grills and heat sources away) as synthetic fibers can degrade and off-gas at elevated temperatures. Plan replacement or refurbishment every 8-10 years; inspect for fiber loss, matting, or coating breakdown as degradation increases leaching risk.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 35% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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