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Carpet flooring is the number one choice for most homebuyers.
There are numerous types of carpet that come in a variety
of colors and utilize different fabrics. The first things
that are associated with carpet are comfort and fashion. With
so many choices, the selection of the right carpet for your
home can present an exciting challenge. For more detailed
information on carpet styles that would provide a great fit
for your house, please contact one of our Design Professionals
for more detailed information.
The following is an overview of different types of carpets
and short descriptions:
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CUT PILE
Cut pile is created by cutting looped carpet fibers at the
top, leaving yarn bundles standing straight. Preshearing cut
pile several times creates a luxurious appearance. Cut pile
is less resistant to crushing than other types of carpet. |
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Velvet/Plush
Velvets/Plushes are lightly twisted and have a uniform color.
They are softer and more level than textures. This type of
carpet is ideal for formal areas (such as formal living rooms
and master bedrooms) because of its luxurious appearance.
Velvets/Plushes show every footprint and vacuum-cleaner mark. |
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FRIEZE
Frieze is a highly twisted cut pile carpet suited for high
traffic, informal areas. It has short fibers that tend to
curl in different directions at the surface to hide footprints
and vacuum marks.
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Berber
Berbers are increasing in popularity faster than any other
type of carpet. Berbers limit footprints and vacuum tracks
in informal areas. Berbers can have thicker yarns than other
level loop pile carpets for high durability. These loops can
retain dirt and may be damaged from snags. Berbers come in
expensive wool fibers or less expensive nylon, olefin, or
nylon-olefin fibers.
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Loop Pile
Loop pile provides a natural, hand-crafted appearance that
creates a warm, personal atmosphere. This type offers a relatively
smooth, homogeneous surface. Loop pile consists of tight loops
constructed at the same height. This tight loop texture helps
hide footprints and vacuum marks. The subtle patterns fit
a variety of room styles, making Berber Loop an ideal choice
for contemporary to cottage furnishings. |
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