Although hardwood is gaining popularity day by day, carpet is another popular choice too. It is more beneficial than other flooring types. Moreover, it offers a great design choice with a wide variety of colors and patterns. Here we’ve got you covered with a list of unique carpet styles you should know. Read on to know each carpet style with its pros and cons;
- Cut-Pile
Yarn loops of these carpets are usually cut to create an upright pile, giving a more luxurious look than a loop pile. But you can’t use cut pile carpets for higher traffic areas because they can wear out faster.
- Textured
The strands of these carpets are of various lengths and subjected to a heat treatment that allows these strands to twist into spirals, creating a textured surface that is highly beneficial for hiding marks such as stains or footprints. Having a soft appearance, these carpets are well suited for children’s bedrooms and play areas.
- Saxony
Another popular type of cut-pile carpet is Saxony. Loops of these carpets are of equal length, creating an even texture. Yarns of carpets are tightly packed together just like plush pile carpet. The only difference is that threads are of longer length and lightly twisted in Saxony cut pile, creating a luxurious look.
- Frieze
The yarns of such carpets are both thick and thin and short and tall. Each is twisted or kinked in several directions, proving a fuzzy and unique texture. This type is also soft and cozy and provides an informal look to your space.
- Loop-Pile
Made from loops of yarn, these carpets are best for higher traffic areas because of their hard surface. You cannot feel luxurious with carpets but they are softer and warmer as compared to other flooring options.
- Sisal
Sisal loop carpets are highly durable and long-lasting. The loops of these carpets are of various heights, creating different textures and looks. The hard-wearing texture of sisal carpets has the ability to hide stains.
- Berber
The most popular yet luxurious type of loop pile carpet is Berber. No doubt, it is highly durable and long-lasting. Tightly packed loops give a modern and neutral look, creating dense texture. The yarns of these carpets are quite thicker than other loop-pile carpets, making them perfect for stain resistance.
- Multi-level loop
The yarn loops of these carpets are of various heights, creating an unevenly textured finish. This type is also referred to as a high-low loop pile because some loops are low and some are high. This is the most durable type of carpet and looks more luxurious than others. But the downside is that you can’t use these carpets in higher traffic areas otherwise they can age more quickly. To keep such carpets well maintained, a regular vacuum is needed.
- Level loop
As the name suggests, these carpets are made of a series of the same length looped yarn, giving a uniform look to a carpet. Small loops make these carpets hard-wearing and solid. The benefit of having level-loop carpets is that they will leave vacuum marks and show footprints. It is also recommended for higher foot traffic areas.
So, these were some unique carpet styles everyone should know about. Now that you have a better understanding of which one is right for your home.
