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A new carpet can be quite an investment. Choosing the types of carpet that meet all of your needs, rather than choosing by color or style alone will help insure that you get the best value. Depending on the types of carpet you prefer, you should be able to find the perfect one for nearly any setting.

The type of carpet is determined by the type of pile that the carpet is made. They are the following:

1. Cut Pile
The best-selling type of carpet is textured cut pile.  Cutting looped carpet fibers at the top creates cut pile with yarn bundles standing straight. Preshearing cut pile several times creates a luxurious appearance. Cut pile is less resistant to crushing than other types of carpet.

• Saxony: Saxonies are tightly twisted cut piles that are heatset straight. Saxonies consist of two or more fibers twisted together in a yarn. They provide a soft texture for formal and informal areas. Saxonies show every footprint and vacuum-cleaner mark. These carpets have medium durability.
• Textured: Textured are the best-selling carpets and work well in informal areas such as family rooms and children’s bedrooms because of its soft feel. Textured are tightly twisted and texture heatset for medium durability. They have a multi-colored look that disguises tracks and footprints.
• Velvet/ Plush: Velvets/Plushes are lightly twisted and have a uniform color. They are softer and more level than textures. This type of carpet is ideal for formal areas (such as formal living rooms and master bedrooms) because of its luxurious appearance. Velvets/Plushes show every footprint and vacuum-cleaner mark.
• Frieze: Frieze is a highly twisted cut pile carpet suited for high traffic, informal areas. It has short fibers that tend to curl in different directions at the surface to hide footprints and vacuum marks.

2. Cut and Loop Pile
Cut and loop pile combines cut and looped fibers. It provides a variety of surface textures or sculptured effects for medium durability.  Cut and loop pile carpets are available in solid or multiple colors.  The different levels in this type of carpet can hide dirt and footprints in formal and informal areas.

3. Level Loop Pile
Level loop pile is made by weaving even loops of yarn into carpet backing at both ends. This type of carpet is very durable and track resistant because of its strong loops. Higher loops create a more luxurious appearance. Level loop piles with short and densely packed loops are easy to clean. They prevent dirt from filtering into carpet. This type of carpet is ideal for high traffic areas.

• Berber : Berbers are increasing in popularity faster than any other type of carpet. Berbers limit footprints and vacuum tracks in informal areas.  Berbers can have thicker yarns than other level loop pile carpets for high durability. These loops can retain dirt and may be damaged from snags. Berbers come in expensive wool fibers or less expensive nylon, olefin, or nylon-olefin fibers.

4. Multi- level Loop Pile
Multi-level loop pile is like level loop pile except that the loop heights vary (usually two to three different loop heights). This carpet creates an appearance of random texture. This type of carpet is good for high traffic areas but the smaller loops can sometimes hold more dirt.

Heavy Duty Berber Carpet Tile by LUDLOW COMPOSITES CORP: HEAVY-DUTY BERBER CARPET TILE Distinctive Berber texture offers heavy-duty scraping and wiping applications with an attractive carpet appearance. Withstands heavy traffic areas and made for indoor use. Moisture resistant breathable backing does not shrink or curl. 38 thick tiles feature stain resistant needlepunch olefin fiber top with anti-static Bitumen backing. Easy installation using adhesive.

Kids FLOR Carpet Square Set by The Land of Nod: This carpet is what you make of it. Purchase our carpet squares sets of six and make checkerboards, stripes or solids. Create an area rug or go wall-to-wall. Installation is a cinch, thanks to peel and stick connectors. And there’s no need to cry over spilled milk. Each carpet tile is crafted of durable, stain resistant 100% nylon Recommended for non-carpeted surfaces Tiles can be pulled up and rinsed Vacuum friendly.

W. J. Dennis 9PR0688 6X125 Gray Grass Carpet: Promotional turf (grass carpet) with black marine back. Great for patios, porches, steps, balconies, gazebos, and more. Withstands all weather conditions and is backed by a 1 year no-fade warranty. Resistant to stains, mold, and mildew. Easy cleaning with vacuum or broom, and/or mild soapy water with clear water rinse.

Majestic Carpet by Aladdin: This carpet is specifically engineered to stand up under daily wear. The advanced technology assures optimal durability and complete satisfaction. This carpet contains Ultrabrite Tuftron Nylon Protection Plus with a 5 year stain control system that allows removal of most common household stains. The fibers resist dirt and spills and actually helps fiber ends hold liquids and solids above the surface for easier cleanup.

Asteroid Loop Berber by Aladdin: This carpet is manufactured under the highest standards and is warranted to be free of any defects from craftsmanship or materials for a period of 10 years. Xylon fiber is hydrophobic and Scotchgard Carpet Protected, meaning the fiber resists spills and soiling for easier clean up. This carpet is covered by a five year stain resistance warranty.

Beachfront Frieze Cut Pile Carpet by Mohawk: This carpet is warranted not to wear more than 10% in ten years from the date of purchase. This warranty applies to normal residential usage. This carpet has been treated to resist most common household food and beverage stains and remain resistant to color changes due to the accumulation of dry soil for a period of seven years. This carpet has been engineered for excellent texture retention and resistance to matting and crushing.

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