Artificial Turf
Whether you call it artificial grass, synthetic turf, faux grass, astroturf, pet turf, dog turf, synthetic grass, artificial lawn, or just fake grass – the facts remain the same:
California Bans Fake Grass; Leaks Forever Chemicals into Our Water Supply
Artificial/Synthetic Turf Causes Cancer (Especially in Children)
Child Gets 2nd Degree Burns in Minutes on Synthetic Grass Field
Artificial Turf is Killing Trees in Las Vegas
Synthetic Turf is 50-80° Hotter than Cement
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According to the New York Times, due to the bad long-term value and the serious negative environmental effects, “you’d be better off investing your money and effort into just about any other form of landscaping. The dangers of artificial turf are numerous and frightening.”
Why We Don’t Recommend Artificial Grass for Most People | Reviews by Wirecutter (nytimes.com)
Artifical grass puts forever-chemicals (PFAS) into our water supply.
Debate about safety of synthetic turf and ‘forever chemicals’ raises concerns for some – ABC News
Dangerous Play: Studies find harmful ‘forever chemicals’ in artificial turf fields
The Turf is Artificial, But the Harm is Very Real | Clean Water Action
New CA law allows bans on synthetic turf as PFAS worries grow – CalMatters
Artificial turf discharge into the aquatic environment
Artificial turf leaches Microplastics into the Water Supply- Norwegian University of Life Sciences
Microplastics from
Artificial Football Fields Migrate to
Stormwater Systems- Stockholm University
Most Artificial Turfs still use crumb rubber, which is highly linked to cancer
Synthetic Turf and Crumb Rubber | Washington State Department of Health
Artificial Turf Is Piling Up With No Recycling Fix – The Atlantic
Artificial turf claims to have a 20-year life span but studies show 4-5 years is more accurate.
University of North Carolina, Artificial Turf only has a 4 to 5-year lifespan
Class Action suit filed against FieldTurf USA over failed performance promises
Artifical Turf Fields are Failing Across Southern California. | Daily Bulletin
Fake grass traps odors from pets’ feces, urine, sweat, blood… And it stinks! You will need to clean & maintain it regularly.
My Artificial Turf Smells Like Dog Pee – What Should I Do? | The Motz Group
California, the Netherlands, and the European Union are banning artificial turf because of how harmful it is – both to humans, and the environment.
The Netherlands Says Goodbye to Artificial Grass | Flora & Fauna
Scientists call on countries to follow EU in banning microplastics – EHN
LA City Council committee seeks study of possible ban on artificial turf – Daily News
New CA law allows bans on synthetic turf as PFAS worries grow – CalMatters
Astroturf has high traces of cancerous chemicals, including PFAS and Carcinogens
Can Artifical Grass Give You Cancer? | Green Builder Media
Artificial turf linked to cancer deaths of professional atheletes
Higher rates of cancer in young atheletes- especially for goalies
Numerous studies confirm fake grass contains PFAS, known carcinogens, neurotoxicants, mutagens, and endocrine disruptors– PubMed
Artificial turf will heat up your yard and can increase your AC bill
Fake Turf Heats Up the Surrounding Environment by 20+ Degrees
Grass is gone on Boulder City’s Government Hill; residents are livid!
Fake Grass is frequently 75+ degrees hotter than ambient temperatures
10 Reasons Why Artificial Turf May Not Be What You’re Looking For | Water Use It Wisely
Artifical grass kills trees!
Synthetic Grass Can Be Deadly to Trees – Larchmont Buzz – Hancock Park News
The SNWA has stated that artificial turf is THE MOST EXPENSIVE turf conversion option. The Las Vegas average for artificial turf is $5-6 per foot , and the labor cost ranges from $7.95-$15 per square foot, for an average of $12.95-$21 per foot total cost.
Cost of Artifical Turf in Las Vegas | Landscape Creations
Grass is gone on Boulder City’s Government Hill; residents are infuriated by cost and failed promises.
You still have to water artificial grass
Artificial Grass Still Needs to Be Watered- All You Need to Know
Why Water the Astroturf? | Future of Information Alliance
Schools and Athletics are Ripping Out Artificial and Returning to Real Grass
Safer Grass Options for Athletic Fields | Green Building Alliance
WSU researchers aiming to replace artificial turf with real grass
Artifical grass causes far more injuries:
College & professional sports injuries up over 200% on artificial turf compared to natural grass
Natural Grass and Synthetic Turf Injury Research | SportsField
Management | SportsFieldManagement
Only Natural Grass Can Level The NFL’s Playing Field | NFLPA
Artificial grass causes 58% more injuries in high school athletes
NFLPA asking teams to change all fields to natural grass | AP News
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