When comparing carpet materials, you may be surprised on the numbers of available alternatives. The product that you choose may be based on the space that it will cover. Below are the different carpeting fibers.
POLYPROPYLENE
This kind of carpet is made of synthetic polypropylene, also known as olefin. This is ideal for high-traffic zone, resistant to moisture, fading, staining, and static. However, it is prone to crushing when placed under heavy furniture. With it's moisture resistance, this one is ideal alternative for finished basements, entrances, and patios.
ACRYLIC
This type of carpet is created from synthetic fiber and is often blended with wool for a soft finish. It is also resistant to both moisture and fading. This one is perfect for rooms that gets a lot of sun or moisture.
POLYESTER
Polyester is made from recycled products and is therefore more environmentally friendly. This type of carpeting is resistant to stains and holds its shade fairly well. Because it is quite lush, it is perfect for low-traffic rooms.
NYLON
This kind of carpeting is the most popular of all types of material. Nylon is both stain and crush resistant and has a wide range of color alternatives.
WOOL
Wool is a durable, soft and environment friendly because of its natural fiber. What's perfect about wool is that it can neutralize contaminants in the air. However, this type of carpeting can be easily stained.
Evidently, there are a lot of options to choose from. However, you need to consider some factors that may affect the room's quality like the space that it will cover. Stain resistance is also an important factor on choosing your carpeting.
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