What Kind Of Carpet Fiber Is Best For Your Home?
Copyright (c) 2014 Eli Gali
If you are re-carpeting your home you may face a dilemma on exactly what type of fiber to select. Your decision could be impacted by the reason you are replacing your carpet. Are you redecorating for san updated look and plan to remain in your home for many more years? Are you replacing worn and stained carpet in order to make it look more desirable when selling? Has your lifestyle changed with the addition of children, pets or persons with disabilities?
By far, nylon is the longest wearing synthetic fiber for carpeting today. It repels a great deal of moisture and can repel most stains when treated by a product like Scotchguard®, Stainmaster® or Teflon® (there are many others as well). Nylon fibers can be dyed in a host of colors so that your carpeting can reflect your taste in décor, bring warmth into a room or blend with current upholstered furniture.
It can also be resistant to oil and many chemicals and is known to resist abrasions. It is not indestructible but it is hardy and extremely durable. It is a super choice for those choosing to remain in their homes and who may have very active children.
The homeowner may see quite a few polyester choices when searching for the right carpet fiber. The good news is that polyester does resist stretching and shrinking. There is nothing worse than having a beautiful shade of carpeting cover your floors with a series of bulges and rolls affecting the appearance. This fiber is mildew resistant which helps combat musty smells. When treated with a repellant, it will resist most stains.
However, it is not recommended for high traffic areas. While the carpeting itself can last 10 years, high traffic areas will have a propensity to flatten. No amount of vacuuming or cleaning can get the pile to stand up if it has been permanently flattened by foot traffic.
If you have a hefty budget and want the very best for your home, then select wool carpeting. This is a natural fiber and not a synthetic. Not only is it durable but it is luxurious and ultra-soft. It is naturally flame and stain resistant. It is a wonderful fiber for the eco-conscience. And for those that just hate getting shocked when the humidity is low, wool does not conduct static electricity.
This is not a fiber you would want to use if you are selling your home. You may like the look and the color, but a perspective buyer may want to replace it right away. It is not an economical choice for resale.
There is another inexpensive choice for carpeting your home and that is Olefin, also known as Polypropylene. It is a synthetic and comes in as a second all around choice next to nylon. It is lightweight and soft. Even if you have a darker color in rooms with direct sunlight, it will not fade. Since this is an oil-based fiber it attracts and keeps grease stains. This fiber is ideal for informal spaces, bedrooms and children's rooms.
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Since 1948, family-owned Atlas Floors Carpet One has been the premiere floor supplier and installer of quality hardwood, ceramic tile, carpet, vinyl and laminate flooring and more for local homes and businesses in San Antonio and surrounding areas. http://www.atlasfloors.com/
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