Synthetic Turf vs. Natural Grass Comparison–Part Two
| Items | Artifical grass | Natural Grass |
| UTILITY | Can accommodate sustained use, even under environmental stresses, amounting to 8-12 times the annual use of a natural grass surface. | Requires recovery between events, after rainfall, watering and some maintenance activities. With careful maintenance, can only accommodate 1/10th the activity of a synthetic surface. |
| APPEARANCE | Will appear as a well-maintained and groomed grass-playing surface with minimal effort. | Requires regimented maintenance for best appearance. May discolor or die in unsightly patches. |
| SAFETY | Even, consistent surface lends to fewer injuries over natural grass. All-rubber infill material softens impact, provides positive traction and a better, more consistent Gmax rating. About 40% fewer injuries observed in independent study. | Uneven surface, which could compact to hard, high impact areas or slippery, unpredictable mud conditions. Lower, less consistent Gmax rating, higher abrasion and presence of such hazards as irrigation system appurtenances compromise safety. |
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PERFORMANCE |
Faster playing surface throughout field with consistent, enhanced traction for any athletic shoe. Balls will react similarly to well-groomed grass. | Inconsistent sometimes-patchy growth can cause unpredictable ball movements. |
| WARRANTY | Depend on the models that you choose. Warranty from 4 years to 12 years | Rarely warranted, except for quality of original installation. |