We can supply carpets to suit every need and from most
manufacturers all at competitive prices. From 100% wool to 100%
manmade and suitable for both domestic and commercial areas.
Carpet Basics
Carpet Types
Cut pile - twist, velvet, saxony and
shag
Loop pile - level loop and patterned / high low loop
Cut and Loop
pile - a mix of cut pile and loop pile used to create patterns
and textures
Commonly used terms
Pile weight - the amount of yarn / fiber used to make a square
yard / meter of carpet. Generally the higher the weight the better the
carpet.
Pile Density - how tightly the fiber / yarn is stitched
together, often referred to as gauge - 10th
gauge = 10 stitches / inch. A high density carpet improves resistance to
crushing, feels better underfoot and improves long term durability.
Pile Height - unless a carpet has high density then
pile height will not reduce carpet wear or reduce crushing. A longer
pile will make the carpet feel softer but if it has low density it will
crush and mat more than a shorter, denser carpet.
Pile Twist - the higher the number of twists the better the
resistance to matting and crushing.
Pile fiber - wool, nylon, polyester, polypropylene are the most
common. Man made fibers have excellent stain and fade resistance and if
a dense medium pile carpet is purchased will last and look good for
years.
Wool has excellent resistance to soiling, staining, crushing and is also
resistant to fire.
Related products
We supply all accessories including those from manufacturers that are not so well known. These are as good as the brand leaders products but can offer a considerable saving.
Underlay - foam, rubber and felt
Insulation - suitable for under floor heating where a low thermal insulation is required. Also underlay's available for sound reduction.
Recyclable - those made from recycled materials
Accessories - door trims, gripper rods
Dust mark prevention - Lining Paper / Pad felt and joint tape
