Fiber Content
Wool
- Most expensive fiber type
- Resists crushing and matting
- Known for soft feel under foot
- May abrade or fuzz
- Yellows in bright sunlight
- Natural acclimitizatioin to surroundings; mildew resistant
- Flame retardation
Nylon
- Best selling fiber type
- Can feel almost as soft as wool
- Mildew resistant
- Good resilience and abrasion resistant
- Takes dye well for beautiful color options
Olefin/Polypropylene
- Generally resists staining, fading, abrasion, and moisture
- Cannot be solution dyed; color options limited
- Affordable price points
Polyester
- Resists staining
- Fair resilience
- May be made from recycled plastics
Construction Styles
Cut Pile
- Deeper and thicker; gives more luxurious feel
- Crushes under high foot traffic
- More soil retention
- More texture; less footprints & vacuum tracks
- Appropriate for formal living rooms or master bedrooms
Level loop
- Smooth and easy to vacuum
- Wears well
- Denser; performs better
- Doesn't feel as soft
- Appropriate for stairs, family rooms, and higher traffic areas
Berber
- Variation on level loop with thicker yarn
- Genuine: wool
- Available: wool, nylon, olefin, or nylon blen
- Thicker yarn is easier to snag
Multi-level loop
- Texture has pockets for a unique look
- Soil hiding properties
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