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Texture, performance and quality:
Loop Pile
The carpet yarn is left in a loop that can be very durable and hardwearing, depending on the density and size of the loops.
Sisal
Sisal carpet is a type of loop pile carpet. It has rows of tightly twisted raised loops that give the carpet a lot of texture.
Cut Pile
The loops are cut, giving the carpet a velvet or plush look - hence why it is also known as plush pile or velvet pile carpet.
Twist Pile
This is a type of cut pile carpet. The yarn can also be twisted tighter before manufacture to give a rugged look called 'hard twist'.
Cut & Loop Pile
This is a mixture of cut and loop pile in the one carpet.
The density, weight and type of yarn used will generally determine the quality of carpet. All Mr Carpets Floorworld carpets are performance rated by the Australian Carpet Classification label or the Woolmark Recommended Usage label or manufacturers' gradings.
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Manufacture and materials:
Carpet yarn is usually made from wool, nylon or polypropylene. Wool is considered to have a good crush recovery and a soft feel. Nylon is hardwearing and adaptable to different pile types, and is generally also treated with stain protection. It also resists abrasion and crushing. Polypropylene is very hardwearing and tough moisture-resisting fibre, so is often used for very heavy traffic areas. Carpets can be tufted (made from needles threading yarn through a backing material) or woven (made with looms).
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Underlay:
At Mr Carpets Floorworld, we use the right underlay for your carpet selection - whether rubber, foam, hair felt or dual bond. The type selected usually depends on the type of carpet and the subfloor conditions, as well as the desired result. For example, a firmer carpet may require a softer underlay to ensure it feels soft underfoot, whereas an extra soft carpet needs a firmer underlay.
Installation:
· Carpets may loosen when first installed and may need to be re-stretched.
· Shredding or fluffing of carpet fibres may occur when carpet is first installed and will disappear with regular vacuuming.
· Cut pile carpets can often develop 'shading', where parts of the carpet seem lighter in some areas and darker in others. However, this is not related to manufacture or installation of the carpet - it is a random phenomenon affecting the appearance rather than the performance of the carpet.
· For further information see our Flooring Care Guide
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