CARPET / Performance and Durability Carpet Terms
Face Weight
Face weight is the number of ounces of fiber per square yard. The amount of fiber is directly related to the carpet performance and durability.
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Twist
Twist is the number of times the fiber is twisted together in a 1-inch length. How many times the yarn is twisted, particularly in cut pile, is critical to carpet performance.
Density
Density is how tightly together the fiber is stitched into the carpet backing. Higher density affects the look of the carpet and improves resistance to crushing and matting.
Padding
The quality of the pad laid underneath your carpet directly affects the comfort (feel) and durability of the carpet.
Fiber Type
- Nylon
- The most popular fiber. Durable and resilient brands of nylon such as DuPont StainMaster Plus™, Monsanto Wear-Dated™, and Allied Anso CrushResister™ add value to your purchase.
- Polyester
- Inherently stain and fade resistant, good color clarity.
- Polypropylene
- Excellent stain and fade resistance, best in loop products.
- Wool
- Natural Fiber
- DuPont Tactesse
- Remarkably soft fiber.
