There’s no one best carpet for every home. Which carpet a homeowner should choose depends on a number of different factors, including the amount of traffic the room gets, how formal the room decor is, whether they have pets and the individual tastes of the homeowner. Understanding the pros and cons of the different Carpets in Ankeny IA companies sell will make the decision a bit easier.
Style
The style of the carpet affects its ability to hide dirt and limit vacuum marks and footprints, as well as the overall look of the carpet itself. Textured cut pile carpets are good for higher traffic areas because the varying heights of the tufts and the two-toned colors of these carpets help keep the carpet from looking dirty and full of vacuum marks and footprints. On the other hand, Berber or looped carpet is better for people without pets or small children, although it can look very elegant. The loops can be hard to clean and tend to mat. If a pet’s claws snag on the loops, they may damage the carpet and it isn’t easy to fix. A sculptured carpet, also called a cut-and-loop carpet, has some sections with loops and some that are cut. All the variations make it easier to hide dirt, but sometimes the seams are easier to see than with other types of carpet. The best type for people on a budget that wants to carpet high-traffic areas is often frieze, which is sometimes called a twist.
Material
The material the carpet is made from is also an important consideration when shopping for the Carpets Ankeny IA companies have available. Nylon is the most durable and is easy to maintain. Polyester is very soft and stain resistant, but it doesn’t last as long and isn’t as easy to clean. People with pets or small children may want to try carpets made of the newer fiber triexta, which has the best stain resistance and is pretty resilient. For family rooms and playrooms, a carpet made of olefin, which doesn’t fade much, helps hide dirt and is inexpensive, can be a good choice. Those wanting a more natural option can check out carpets made from wool, but these are likely to be more expensive.
Contact Royal Flooring for more information on the options available for carpets in Ankeny, IA.
