The environmental performance of artificial grass depends primarily on the materials used during manufacturing.

Premium manufacturers typically use:

• Virgin polyethylene (PE)
• Virgin polypropylene (PP)
• Thermoplastic elastomers (TPE)
• EVA cushioning materials
• Solvent-free polyurethane technologies
• UV stabilizers designed for long-term outdoor durability

Lower-quality products may instead use:

• Mixed recycled plastics
• Unknown recycled polymers
• Solvent-based adhesives
• Low-grade recycled rubber
• Low-quality additives that may deteriorate more quickly over time

These material differences can significantly influence odor, VOC emissions, durability, and long-term environmental performance.