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4 Carpet Material Types For Your Home

Posted by Justin Havre on Tuesday, December 10th, 2019 at 11:16am.

4 Carpet Materials Every Homeowner Should KnowWhen a North Calgary homeowner is choosing a new carpet for their home, they have a lot of different choices. Color, length, pattern—all of these are important choices and can drastically change the look of a room. Another important factor homeowners need to consider is the material the carpet is made from, with each material having their own advantages to set them apart. Here are some of the different carpet material types on the market today.

Nylon Carpet

Starting with the most popular choice, nylon carpet is strong and durable. Nylon is synthetic, and it’s easy to maintain. It is resistant to stains and fading, and it’s even resistant to crushing. Nylon is naturally hydrophobic, so it won’t absorb spills as easily as other carpet materials. It’s easy to find nylon fabric in nearly any store where carpet is sold, so homeowners don’t have to go out of their way to purchase it. Nylon carpet is also inexpensive, though more expensive versions of it do exist. Homeowners who want nylon carpet can find a type to fit nearly any budget.

Acrylic Carpet

Acrylic also goes by the name “manmade wool” because of how much it looks and feels like real wool, despite being completely synthetic. And because it’s synthetic, acrylic carpet costs a lot less than real wool carpet. While not quite as popular as nylon, acrylic is still a favorite among carpet types. It’s resistant to a lot of the normal damage carpet will take on such as fading, stains, moisture, and even mildew. On top of that, it’s also safe to walk on acrylic carpet in socks because it doesn’t collect static easily. The only mark acrylic carpet has against it is it isn’t very durable, so it’s best used in low-traffic rooms.

Wool Carpet

How does natural wool stack up against manmade wool? First, wool is a renewable resource, so a wool carpet is a great addition to a green home. And on top of that, wool carpet is extremely durable, so it covers the one weakness acrylic has. Wool is also naturally resistant to stains, dirt, and even fire. While wool can fade relatively easily in the sun, it’s easy to dye, and it can be purchased in nearly any color. If a homeowner takes care of their wool carpet properly, it can potentially last decades. Wool is a pricier option than synthetic materials, and it’s also more difficult to find, but it can be a great investment for homeowners who want to be conscious of their carbon footprint.

Olefin or Polypropylene Carpet

The last type of carpet on this list goes by two different names: olefin and polypropylene. This is another alternative to wool because it’s extremely similar in appearance. However, olefin carpet is most often seen in Berber-style carpets and area rugs. Unlike wool, olefin isn’t the most durable material around, and it isn’t recommended for use in high-traffic rooms. Olefin carpet doesn’t stain easily, and it dries a lot faster than other materials. Therefore, it’s commonly used in basements, which tend to be damp. On top of everything else, it’s an affordable material, making it accessible to may homeowners.

These are just four different carpet materials out there. For more information about these materials and others, be sure to consult a flooring expert at a local hardware store. They will be able to give more personalized advice to choose the best material for every room.

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