SIS Pitches · Artificial Turf & Grass
Artificial Landscaping Turf 15ft Wide $2.39/sqft Artificial Turf
Skip until composition and coatings fully disclosed by manufacturer.
Artificial turf typically uses durable polymer fibers and waterproof backing coatings. SIS Pitches provides no PFAS transparency or third-party testing, making risk assessment impossible.
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Material
Polyethylene or polypropylene turf fibers with unknown backing coating
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
SIS Pitches artificial turf uses polyethylene or polypropylene fibers, which are thermoplastic polymers chosen for UV resistance and durability in outdoor applications. The backing coating is undisclosed by the manufacturer, which is the primary chemical concern since coatings can contain adhesives, plasticizers, or antimicrobial agents not listed in product specs. PE and PP fibers themselves are relatively inert when not heated, but degradation over years of sun exposure can generate microplastics.
The brand's record and disclosure
SIS Pitches is a UK-based synthetic sports turf supplier with no published third-party safety certifications or transparency statements on chemical composition readily available. The manufacturer provides no disclosed breakdown of backing materials, coatings, or testing against heavy metals or phthalates. No formal recalls or safety incidents are on record, but the silent stance on PFAS and adhesive composition limits independent verification of safety claims.
How it compares in its category
Artificial turf products vary widely; premium suppliers (e.g., FieldTurf, AstroTurf) often publish material safety data and third-party test results; budget products like this one rarely do. At 2.39 per square foot, this is a cost-conscious option typical of wholesale landscaping supply, where material transparency is lower than residential or professional sports installations. The lack of disclosed backing composition is more common in budget grades but increases uncertainty about off-gassing and leaching potential.
If you buy it
Install in well-ventilated outdoor spaces only; avoid direct contact with food-prep surfaces or where children under 5 spend extended time in warm weather (UV heat can accelerate microplastic shedding). Inspect seams and backing annually for tears or degradation; replace sections showing visible wear, fraying, or discoloration within 7-10 years depending on sun exposure. Rinse periodically to remove dust and microplastic particulates, especially if used near play areas. Do not install over indoor spaces without verifying off-gassing of backing adhesives in your climate.
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.”
Microplastics from UV degradation
Polyethylene and polypropylene turf fibers degrade under prolonged UV exposure, releasing fine plastic particles into soil and dust. This is inherent to all plastic turf products and accelerates in high-temperature climates or direct sunlight over 7+ years.
Undisclosed backing coating leachables
The backing material composition is not disclosed by SIS Pitches. Typical backings use polyurethane, rubber, or bitumen with adhesives; these can leach phthalates, BPA surrogates, or volatile organics if not fully cured. Risk is highest in warm, wet installations.
Formaldehyde or antimicrobial resin off-gassing
Some artificial turf products include antimicrobial or anti-UV resin treatments applied during manufacturing. If present and undisclosed, these could emit low levels of formaldehyde or other VOCs, especially when new or heated. No test data from manufacturer available.
Heavy metals in pigments or coatings
No reported incidents or recalls for lead, cadmium, or other heavy metals in SIS Pitches turf. PE/PP fibers and pigments in outdoor turf are typically stable, but without third-party testing documentation, this cannot be ruled out for budget-grade products.
Bacterial or fungal colonization in backing
Artificial turf backings can retain moisture and harbor mold or bacteria if drainage is poor or product is stored wet. This is a maintenance and installation issue rather than inherent toxicity, but contributes to air quality decline in enclosed spaces.
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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