Deciding on the right quality carpet is going to take the proper care involving research. When going to the carpet supplier and you find the various qualities of carpet available you have some very serious choices to make to choose the right carpet.
You have a budget in mind for the renovation and carpet replacement and it is time for quality and color selection to begin. One of the first things you want to look at is the type of fibre that is going to serve you well. Let's look at the types of fibre in the carpet industry.
Knowing the types of fibers available will help you understand what type of carpet you are looking for. There three different types of fiber mainly used for the manufacturing of yarns today. Nylon is the most popular and durable then comes polyester and then polypropylene. Nylon is a yarn at the filament level is the most versatile for longevity when it comes to the life of a carpet.
If you are looking for luxury for your home then a nylon with a "twisted" construction will give you years of wear and the twist count with a dense construction is going keeps it's overall look appeal longer than a sparely constructed carpet which will get "matted" down very quickly showing the worn areas.
You have to consider if pets could be in the home also which could create a problem especially "berber" carpet which I recommend you stay clear away from. The durability factor is short in high traffic areas and the loops in the berber are too loose and sparse for it to be durable at all. It also is not vacuum friendly as berbers tend to "run" almost the same as a stocking or a knitted woolen sweater.
The biggest factor will be the density nevertheless and of course keep in mind that the "feel" will give you sense of whether the carpet has some retention or "bounce" to give a look of revival after vacuuming. It is important to note salespeople sometimes do not understand how a carpet wears and will only see the beautiful appearance when new and not when it is 2, 3, 4 or 5 years of wear and tear and not performing at all, so be diligent in your fibre construction research. - 15252
You have a budget in mind for the renovation and carpet replacement and it is time for quality and color selection to begin. One of the first things you want to look at is the type of fibre that is going to serve you well. Let's look at the types of fibre in the carpet industry.
Knowing the types of fibers available will help you understand what type of carpet you are looking for. There three different types of fiber mainly used for the manufacturing of yarns today. Nylon is the most popular and durable then comes polyester and then polypropylene. Nylon is a yarn at the filament level is the most versatile for longevity when it comes to the life of a carpet.
If you are looking for luxury for your home then a nylon with a "twisted" construction will give you years of wear and the twist count with a dense construction is going keeps it's overall look appeal longer than a sparely constructed carpet which will get "matted" down very quickly showing the worn areas.
You have to consider if pets could be in the home also which could create a problem especially "berber" carpet which I recommend you stay clear away from. The durability factor is short in high traffic areas and the loops in the berber are too loose and sparse for it to be durable at all. It also is not vacuum friendly as berbers tend to "run" almost the same as a stocking or a knitted woolen sweater.
The biggest factor will be the density nevertheless and of course keep in mind that the "feel" will give you sense of whether the carpet has some retention or "bounce" to give a look of revival after vacuuming. It is important to note salespeople sometimes do not understand how a carpet wears and will only see the beautiful appearance when new and not when it is 2, 3, 4 or 5 years of wear and tear and not performing at all, so be diligent in your fibre construction research. - 15252
About the Author:
Kal is a seasoned carpet repair specialist for over 32 years repairing carpets in quality made homes by Minto, Costain and Campeau and now runs his own business as The Rug Repairman where in 2006 was voted Ottawas Best Carpet Cleaner by A Channel Television Viewers. Kal offers a premium quality carpet cleaning service to his clients.
