Simulated turfD826F2-826?Natural grass? stays cooler because:
Simulated turfD826F2-826?Evapotranspiration? (water evaporating from soil/plants) cools the air.Simulated turfD826F2-826?Soil acts as a heat sink, absorbing less radiation.Simulated turfD826F2-826?Artificial grass? can get hotter because:Simulated turfD826F2-826?Synthetic fibers absorb and retain heat? (especially dark-colored turf).Simulated turfD826F2-826?No natural cooling mechanism? like live plants.Simulated turfD826F2-826?? ?Data Point:Simulated turfD826F2-826On a ?90°F (32°C) day, artificial turf can reach ?140–160°F (60–71°C)?—hot enough to burn bare feet.