Choosing the right carpet involves a lot more than just finding a color to match your paint or wallpaper. Here are some basic factors to consider before you shop for your new carpet.

 

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Foot Traffic

 

Carpet is specifically engineered for high traffic areas, beauty, softness and appearance. Be sure to inform the sales agent of your specific needs including location, children, and pets, so they can assist you with the perfect choice.

 

Stain and Soil Resistance

Most carpets offer stain resistance, but those who enjoy entertaining or have children and pets should consider carpets with high levels of stain resistance. Soil resistance is just as important as stain resistance for maintaining a beautiful carpet. Soil resistant products protect against soiling by repelling dirt from penetrating the fiber, making cleaning easier. Stain resistance products protects against stains by repelling liquid spill from penetrating the fiber. Ask your retailer about soil and stain warranties on each carpet.

 

Anti-Static Protection

You may wish to choose a carpet with permanent anti-static protection built into the fibers. This will create a more pleasant living environment during cold and dry seasons.

 

Carpet Type

Make the right choice for your lifestyle and budget by examining carpet construction.

· Texture: The textured surface of this carpet helps hide footprints and vacuum marks, and is the preferred style for busy households.

· Saxony : This luxuriously smooth, soft finish adds distinctive elegance to any room.

· Berber Loop-Pile: Berber’s subtle patterns fit a variety of room styles while hiding footprints and vacuum marks. Berber is the ideal choice for contemporary to cottage and country furnishings.

· Berber Cut-Pile: This carpet has the plush feel of thick, cut pile carpet. It is decoratively versatile, and ideal for casual rooms and kid’s rooms.

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