Most carpet shoppers choose on color and texture. Those are important decisions, but you need to expand your qualifiers. With so many different carpet grades, colors and styles to choose from, acquiring a little knowledge is key. Select the wrong grade or quality and you may find your new carpet is hard to clean, stains easily, mats down, fades out or wears out in a hurry. Think about how a carpet will withstand the foot traffic and use in any given space in your home. It is important to know what makes a carpet the best choice for each room of your home. The various fibers and how they are used in carpet dictate how easy the carpet will be to clean (spot cleaning and regular maintenance cleaning), and how long it will last and retain its original texture and color. Each fiber and carpet has it's "pros and cons." Here is a helpful breakdown for you:
4 MAIN CARPET FIBERS
Durable Nylon (Synthetic): Nylon carpet is a good choice to install in a heavily-used living room, hallway, stairs, etc. as it is very durable and resilient. It is resistant to oily soiling and easy to clean. Nylon may not be the best choice for bathrooms or areas where moisture is a concern, and especially when chlorine bleach might be used, such as a room close to an outdoor swimming pool, as the chlorine can be tracked onto the carpet.
Stain Resistant Olefin (Synthetic): Although olefin does not have the strength of nylon and does tend to mat down and wear faster, it has some excellent qualities. It is a great choice in moisture prone areas, such as basements or near swimming pools. It's naturally stain resistant, so a good choice where kids are in abundance. Olefin is a poor choice for areas where oils and greases will be prominent, such as in a room close to a garage or right off a city street or paved parking area, or even rooms with high pet travel, as the oils from their skin can cause stubborn soiling over time, and the high foot traffic causes matting of the fibers.
Soft, Attractive Polyester (Synthetic): Polyester is a good choice for low-traffic areas (bedrooms, etc), and areas that have spot and stain concerns. It’s not the best choice for heavy traffic lanes, such as hallways, entryways and living rooms. Because it has a soft hand, it's often chosen due to texture.
Warm, Natural Wool: Although wool holds a very small market share at less than 1 percent, still billions of yards of carpet are produced each year. Wool is a favorite fiber for many, and is durable enough to last many years. Unlike synthetic choices, wool is naturally fire and flame resistant. As a natural fiber, many commonly used cleaners can be problematic for wool, so you will want to be certain to chose your cleaning agents wisely. Wool is a solid choice for most rooms in a home, adding a wonderful warmth. While pricier than the synthetics, wool and natural fiber fans typically consider the investment worth the benefits.
Have more questions about choosing the best carpets for all the areas of your home? At Floorz Franklin, TN, our knowledgeable, helpful staff can help you with the information you need to make the best decisions for your home. Call us today at (615) 228-2787, or for information on special offers and updates, click here: http://www.flooringspecialistfranklin.com/
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