Colorado homeowners are discovering that today’s artificial turf is nothing like the old AstroTurf of the 1970s. Modern turf is built of soft, reinforced polyethylene/polypropylene fibers laid over a cushioned multi-layer base. Unlike first-generation “ChemGrass,” today’s turf looks and feels much more like real grass – with flexible blades, robust infill, and engineered backing to absorb impacts and maximize drainage. In fact, one turf manufacturer notes that high-quality t