Why Natural Grass? And Why Are Synthetics Bad for the Environment?
Thinking about going synthetic??? Think again!
Natural grass sod is BENEFICIAL to the environment! Just remember to water wisely, choose the correct variety for your area and use, and follow maintenance guidelines.
Instantaneous beauty and immediate value with sod. Within just a few hours, sod transforms bare soil into a lush and beautiful carpet of grass. Landscaping with grass from a top quality sod farm in California immediately increases the market value of property from 10-15%!
Sod creates a healthy environment. Sod cleans the air and helps recharge our groundwater supplies. Turfgrass is one of nature's finest and least expensive filters, and works to improve the environment.
Sod reduces heat, glare, and noise. On a hot summer day, a home lawn will be 30 degrees cooler than asphalt & 15 degrees cooler than bare soil. The front lawns of 8 homes have the cooling effect in hot weather of about 70 tons of air conditioning.
Our sod is grown by West Coast Turf at a top quality sod farm providing you an Instant Lawn. Sod will root down in about 10 days and can be ready for rough play within weeks. A seeded lawn cannot be used for months and will not stop the soil or seed from washing or blowing away. Sod can also be installed any time.
And what about synthetic turf?? Don't be "greenwashed" by the false claims of the synthetic turf industry. If it sounds too good to be true, it most likely is!
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The Truth About Artificial vs. Natural Turf
What You Should Know About Artificial Turf:
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Toxic Fillers
Many artificial fields use ground-up rubber tires—materials so toxic they’re banned from landfills and ocean dumping. Where will this waste go when it’s time to replace the field? -
Extreme Heat Risk
Artificial turf can reach temperatures up to 86.5°F hotter than natural grass under identical conditions. That level of heat can pose serious health risks, especially for children and athletes. -
Sanitation Challenges
Sweat, blood, vomit, and pet waste all end up on artificial turf. But how do you truly sanitize plastic blades and rubber infill—and how often does it need to be done? -
Injury and Infection Risk
Artificial turf is abrasive. It increases the chance of skin burns and hard-to-heal wounds, especially in the presence of bacteria or viruses. -
Hardness and Impact Injuries
Artificial surfaces are less forgiving. They can contribute to chronic injuries and traumatic impact. Adding more rubber infill may soften the field—but also reintroduces toxins. -
Player Preferences
88% of NFL players prefer natural grass. 96% believe artificial turf contributes to more injuries. That’s a clear message from the pros. -
Natural Cooling Power
The front lawns of just eight homes can provide the cooling effect of about 70 tons of air conditioning. Most household AC units only offer 3–4 tons. Natural grass works with the environment. -
Fire Safety Concerns
Natural grass helps reduce fire hazards. Artificial turf can ignite and release toxic fumes—posing risks to both people and firefighters. -
True Cost Comparison
Artificial turf costs significantly more to install, and its maintenance is often just as high—or higher—than natural grass over time.
PARENTS.....questions about your kids playing on artificial turf fields? Start here to get answers! We all want SAFE and HEALTHY playing surfaces!
For more information on "the truth" check out:
- Examples of Warning Signs on Artificial Turf Fields
- NFL Turf Crisis Lingers as Aaron Rogers Injury Remains a Flashpoint
- Plastic Grass is a Serious Concern
- Exploring the Health Impact on Artificial Turf Worldwide
- Turfgrass Producers International's Response to NFLPA's Request for Grassing All NFL Fields
- 49ers GM John Lynch Hopes NFL Switches to All Grass Fields Someday
- NFLPA: Only Natural Grass Can Level the NFL's Playing Field
- Facts About Artificial Turf
- Turf war: California Sues Fake-Grass Makers Over Lead Content
- Suits Filed Over Lead in Artificial Turf
- Can Playing on Artificial Turf Kill You?
- TURF WARS RAGE OVER FAKE GRASS
- Lead Traces Found in Artificial Turf
- Protest Targets Artificial Turf
- Tire Waste Athletic Fields Called into Question All Over the World
- Hidden Expenses of Artificial Turf
- Artificial Turf Health Risks Exposed
- San Francsico Parks Poised to Infect
- Serious Questions About New Artificial Turf
- Beard Turf Environmental Benefits
- Experts Spell Out True Costs Of Artificial Turf
- Frank Williams Comparing Artificial Vs. Natural Vs. Others
- Frank Williams--Synthetic Surface Heat Studies
- Is There A "Natural" Trend? Players, Turf Professionals And Architects Comment On The Possibility
- NBC Synthetic Turf Exposé
- NBC News Coverage of the debate taking place at the ballot box in San Francisco.
- Nanoparticles of carbon black and other substances of concern in crumb rubber
- For soccer players artificial turf is an issue of occupational safety and health
- How Taxpayers Get Fooled On The Cost Of An Artificial Turf Field
- West Deptford, New Jersey: Voters reject artificial turf
- Lancashire, United Kingdom: Back to natural grass at Preston North End’s Deepdale
- Iberia, Louisiana: Accusations of dirty pool in artificial turf bidding process
- Southern California Synthetic Fields are Failing
Think Green-Keep it Real!
Go to www.synturf.org for all current up to date info!
| Temperatures of surfaces at BYU practice fields in June 2002. Average air temperature = 81.42°F | ||||||
| Average surface temperature between 7:00 am and 7:00 pm | Average soil temperature between 7:00 am and 7:00 PM (two inch depth) | Average temperature between 9:00 am and 2:00 PM in the shade | ||||
| Average | High | Average | High | Average | High | |
| Soccer (synthetic) | 117.38°F | 157°F | 95.33°F | 116°F | ||
| Football (synthetic) | 117.04°F | 156°F | 96.48°F | 116.75°F | 75.89°F | 99°F |
| Natural Turf | 78.19°F | 88.5°F | 80.42°F | 90.75°F | 66.35°F | 75°F |
| Concrete | 94.08°F | |||||
| Asphalt | 109.62°F | |||||
| Bare Soil | 98.23°F | 90.08°F | ||||
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Source: "Synthetic Surface Heath Studies," C. Frank Williams and Gilbert E. Pulley, Sports Turf Managers Association Annual Conference, January 2004. | ||||||
