Artificial Grass Liquidators · Artificial Turf & Synthetic Grass
SYNLawn Artificial Grass
Skip until manufacturer discloses coating chemistry.
SynLawn artificial grass likely uses polyethylene with water and stain-resistant treatments, but the brand provides no public disclosure of PFAS use or avoidance. No third-party testing or certifications available to verify safety.
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Material
polyethylene with unspecified water/stain resistant coatings
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS.
Category baseline
furniture is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement about PFAS in this product.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
SYNLawn artificial grass is polyethylene (PE) fiber backed with a base material, treated with unspecified water and stain-resistant coatings. Polyethylene itself is chemically stable and not inherently toxic; however, the stain-resistant coating chemistry is opaque. These coatings often rely on fluorinated compounds (PFAS family) or siloxanes to repel water and oil. Without disclosure of the specific coating agent, the potential for leaching under heat, moisture, or UV exposure cannot be assessed.
The brand's record and disclosure
Artificial Grass Liquidators has not publicly disclosed coating chemistry, ingredient certifications (e.g., Greenguard, FloorScore), or testing for heavy metals or volatile organic compounds. No major recalls or toxicological studies specific to this brand are on public record. The silence on PFAS use is notable given widespread industry scrutiny of artificial turf and PFAS in similar products; this lack of transparency is a red flag for consumer due diligence rather than evidence of harm.
How it compares in its category
Artificial grass products occupy a gray zone in home safety regulation: they are not FDA-regulated food-contact surfaces, not EPA-registered pesticides, and not subject to flame-retardant mandates. Most competitors (FieldTurf, Astroturf, local installers) similarly withhold coating chemistry. A small subset of premium brands now offer PFAS-free or fluorine-free certifications, making SYNLawn's silence a competitive disadvantage rather than an outlier risk.
If you buy it
Maintain proper drainage and rinse the surface periodically to minimize microbial growth in the backing. Avoid installing in high-heat zones (near reflective windows, dark surfaces that concentrate sun) where PE softening and accelerated coating breakdown may occur. Replace infill sand or rubber crumb per manufacturer guidelines, as these separate materials may carry their own contaminant profiles. Keep pets' contact time reasonable during extreme heat, as PE can release volatile compounds under thermal stress.
Beyond PFAS: other things we checked
Established hazard classes for this product type, assessed from public information. These never change the PFAS grade; a Likely flag caps the Verdict at “Buy with care.”
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from coating degradation under UV and heat
Polyethylene-based artificial grass in direct sunlight undergoes oxidative aging. Unspecified water-resistant coatings may degrade and off-gas low molecular weight organic compounds, particularly in hot climates or near reflective surfaces. No published testing for SYNLawn-specific off-gassing rates is available.
Microbial growth and odor in backing if drainage inadequate
Artificial grass backing can harbor bacteria, mold, and fungi if moisture accumulates and air circulation is poor. This is a documented maintenance issue across the category, not specific to SYNLawn, but risk is heightened in wet climates or poorly installed yards.
Heavy metals in pigments or stabilizers
Polyethylene colorants and UV stabilizers may include cadmium or lead in older formulations, though modern PE typically uses safer alternatives. SYNLawn has not published material safety data or pigment sourcing; no independent testing or recalls naming heavy metals are on record for this brand.
Polyethylene fiber shedding and microplastic accumulation
Artificial grass fibers can fragment under foot traffic, weather, and maintenance (power-washing). These microplastics may persist in soil and be tracked into the home. This is not unique to SYNLawn but is an intrinsic property of all synthetic turf; long-term soil and indoor dust impact is understudied.
Undisclosed water and stain-resistant coating chemistry, potentially PFAS
The marketing language 'water and stain resistant' in artificial grass products typically signals fluorinated compound use, yet SYNLawn does not specify. This is the primary transparency gap; see separate PFAS grading (30/100) for full assessment.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 35% confidence. It is not a lab result.
No independent PFAS lab test is on record for this exact product. A lab test could move the score in either direction.
The brand has not made a specific, verifiable PFAS-free statement, so part of this score reflects that missing disclosure rather than a confirmed material.
Formulations and coatings change between production runs. Always check the current label before buying.
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