Sportmaster · Artificial Turf & Grass
Artificial Landscaping Turf | 15ft Wide | | Artificial Turf, Synthetic Grass for Landscaping, Garden, Yards, Fields | In
No PFAS disclosure. Synthetic turf backing adhesives often contain PFAS; verify with seller.
Artificial turf material itself is likely polyethylene, but backing and adhesives are undisclosed. Many synthetic turf products use PFAS-containing adhesives; no brand statement provided.
Shop Sportmaster on Amazon →Material
polyethylene or polypropylene synthetic fibers, backing adhesive unspecified
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Safe base material
Made from a material with no inherent PFAS use (ceramic, mineral, or natural fiber).
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
Sportmaster artificial turf uses polyethylene or polypropylene synthetic fibers that do not off-gas formaldehyde or volatile organics at ambient temperatures. The critical unknown is the backing adhesive system: most synthetic turf products use urethane or latex binders that may contain PFAS compounds (PFAS "forever chemicals") to improve water resistance and durability. Fiber itself is chemically stable; backing adhesive composition is the primary safety variable this manufacturer has not disclosed.
The brand's record and disclosure
Sportmaster does not publish material safety data sheets, PFAS declarations, or third-party certifications (GreenGuard, ISO 16122) for this product line based on publicly available information. The brand maintains a general stance of silence on chemical composition and environmental stewardship claims. No recalls or safety controversies are documented for this specific SKU, but lack of transparency is a limiting factor for informed assessment.
How it compares in its category
Synthetic turf sits in a middle-risk band compared to alternatives. Natural grass carries no chemical hazard. Premium synthetic turf brands (Fieldturf, PermaLawn) often disclose backing adhesives and pursue PFAS-free formulations or third-party testing. Budget retailers rarely disclose; Sportmaster's silence is typical but not exceptional for this price tier. Infill materials (crumb rubber, sand, cork) are separate concerns not addressed here.
If you buy it
Ensure proper drainage and avoid collecting pooled water, which may enhance leachate contact with soil. Do not burn or incinerate offcuts; dispose as commercial waste. Inspect seams and backing annually for adhesive degradation, especially in high-UV or high-moisture climates. Request backing adhesive specification and PFAS status from the seller in writing before purchase; silence is a red flag for undisclosed PFAS.
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.”
PFAS in backing adhesive
Synthetic turf backing adhesives commonly use PFAS to resist water and UV; Sportmaster provides no disclosure. Estimated risk is high given industry standard practice and silence on composition. Graded separately per instructions.
Flame retardants in fibers or backing
Some synthetic turf products incorporate brominated or phosphorus flame retardants in the pile or backing layer. No evidence on record for Sportmaster specifically, but category prevalence is documented. Confirm absence or type with manufacturer.
Heavy metals in colorant pigments
Polyethylene and polypropylene fibers can be colored with organometallic or inorganic pigments. No recalls or reports of lead, cadmium, or chromium in synthetic turf colorants; risk is low if pigments meet toy safety or food-contact standards, which lawn fibers do not require. Not a primary concern for this product class.
Microplastic shedding during use and weathering
Synthetic turf fibers shed microplastics into soil and water, especially under foot traffic or UV degradation. Studies document persistence in soil; environmental impact is established. Not a direct health hazard in a residential yard but accumulates in waterways and food chains if not managed.
Adhesive off-gassing or leaching during installation and weathering
Urethane and latex binders used in turf backing can emit volatile organic compounds or leach components during curing (first weeks) and over years of weathering. Sportmaster provides no VOC or leachate data. Risk is mitigated by outdoor ventilation but unknown without adhesive disclosure.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 45% 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.
More artificial turf & grass grades
How we score: every product runs through the same public 0–100 rubric based on materials, coatings, brand disclosure, lab findings, and recalls. See the full methodology → Spotted a mistake? Report an error.