![]() It is best to have your retailer or installer make final measurements to ensure that you purchase the correct amount. Add 10 percent to account for room irregularities and pattern match. Your retainer may figure the amount in square feet or square yards. To obtain the square yardage, divide that figure by 9. To determine the approximate quantity of carpet you will need, multiply the length (feet) of the room by its width (feet) for the square footage. Acrylic/olefin and nylon/olefin are other popular blends, offering good characteristics of each fiber. BlendsĪ wool/nylon blend combines the superior look and comfort of wool with the durability of nylon. Generally, wool is somewhat more expensive than synthetic fibers. It is a thermal insulator, is fire resistant, and is a good air-moisture stabilizer. ![]() A natural fiber, wool is a renewable resource that has some interesting natural properties. Noted for its luxury and performance, wool is soft, has high bulk, and is available in many colors. It is easily cleaned and is resistant to water-soluble stains. Noted for its luxurious, soft "hand" when used in thick, cut-pile textures, polyester has excellent color clarity and retention. It is commonly used in synthetic turf for sports surfaces and in the home for patios and game rooms. It resists static electricity and is often used in both indoor and outdoor installations because of its resistance to moisture and mildew. It is also notably colorfast because color is added during fiber production. Olefin (polypropylene)Ī strong fiber, olefin resists wear and permanent stains, and is easily cleaned. ![]() Also, solution-dyed nylon is color fast because color is added in the fiber production. It has the structure to conceal and resist soils and stains, and it is generally good for all traffic areas. Wear-resistant and resilient, it withstands the weight and movement of furniture, and provides brilliant color. Nylon is the most popular fiber and represents two-thirds of the pile fibers used in the United States. There are five basic types of carpet pile fibers. Approximately 97 percent of all carpet is produced using synthetic fibers that are designed to feature style, easy maintenance, and outstanding value. The type of fiber used and the way the carpet is constructed determine how well the carpet will stand up to spills, pets, and daily traffic. Provides variety of surface textures, including sculptured effects of squares, chevrons, swirls, etc.įiber is carpet's basic ingredient. ![]() Cut and Loop PileĬombination of cut and looped yarns. Usually has two to three different loop heights to create pattern effects, providing good durability and a more casual look. Many of today's popular Berber styles are level loop styles with flecks of a darker color on a lighter background. It generally lasts a long time in high-traffic areas. Loops are the same height, creating an informal look. This informal look also minimizes foot prints and vacuum marks. In this cut pile, the yarns are extremely twisted, forming a "curly" textured surface. Smooth, level finish, but pile yarns have more twist so that the yarn ends are visible and create a less formal look. ![]() Smooth, level surfaces formal atmosphere, "velvet." Still one of today's most popular constructions, its durability is achieved with factors including the type of fiber, density of tufts, and the amount of twist in the yarn. Loops are cut, leaving individual yarn tufts. Using a solid color, textured carpet is a great way to provide interest and pizzazz without going to a multicolor, overall pattern. The texture, colors, and pattern of the carpet can be made to complement or contrast with patterns of your furniture and window treatments. Choose diamonds, bows, pin dots, or fleurs-de-lis designs that "pop out" in sculptured effects. New technology can produce multilevel loop and cut/loop patterns. To add to a room's sophistication and interest, consider choosing a textured pattern. Today's carpet offers much more than a conventional loop pile. ![]()
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