When we are looking to install carpet, we find many types and styles. Carpet is said to be the best textile floor covering which is traditionally made from wool. But with advancement, these carpets are also made available in synthetic fibers such as polypropylene, nylon, or polyester. All these fibers are more economical than wool and the fabric used to make the carpets has a variety of colors as the fabric can be dyed to make a new combination of shades and styles.
Carpets are the trendy flooring option for homes because they’re warm and soft. To keep the carpet in a good condition one must professionally clean it. Carpet as a flooring material has an amazing feature and that is its ability to give a warm, cushiony surface underfoot. These days’ carpets are made of many different types of patterns and designs using unique motifs that complement the interior beautifully and add elegance to the space decorated with it. They look beautiful when are spread on the floor perfectly fitting.
Material of carpet
You have many things to consider when you select a carpet for your home and many different options. There is a range of quality present in carpets and its quality is determined by a variety of factors including weight, fiber type, fiber construction, and density. The process of carpet formation involves looping the fiber yarn through the backing material.
Style of carpets
When we discuss the style of carpets, we come across a few basic styles in trend. They are
- Cut-loop pile
- Loop pile.
- Cut pile
Loop carpet
Loop carpet has strength and soil hiding capabilities. This style is perfect for heavy traffic areas. Berberis one of the most popular styles of loop carpet that can be formed as a level-loop or multi-loop carpet.
cut-loop carpet
Another basic style of carpet is cut-loop carpet, cut-loop carpet has high cut tufts and lower loops. Cut-loop carpets offer spectacular achievements but are not long-lasting as loop carpets.
Cut pile
Cut pile is suitable for high traffic areas due to its resilient shape. Cut pile carpet comprised of yarns that are cut at the ends. The soft feel of cut pile carpet makes it attractive and a perfect choice for everyone, for the most comfortable areas of your home – bedrooms, living rooms, and family rooms. Basic styles of cut pile carpet are commonly five:
Frieze, Velvet, Shag, Saxony, and Cable, each provide a different look and texture. The prime dissimilarity among these styles is the number of twists in the yarns that will ultimately influence the carpet’s durability.
- Plush (Velvet) is Dense and luxurious. Good for a less crowded place or formal setting. Textured plush is versatile because of its florid feature. Most recommended style for busy households. A great “whole-house” carpet.
- Saxony is Present as a refined surface that is well-suited to living and dining rooms.
- Frieze has a “curly” textured surface because of its extremely twisted yarns. Good choice for high traffic areas.
- Shag is Popular for retro applications, shag is a sub-type of frieze, with a very tall pile height.
- A cable has similarities to a frieze, but some fibers are thick and some are thin, for a varied appearance.
