What To Know When Buying Carpet?

There are a few things you need to think about before you buy a carpet like what rooms(s) do you want carpet for? Are these rooms high traffic areas? Do you have kids? Do you have pets?



All of these are important questions to ask because they will help you determine what material and style of carpet to choose. Without asking yourself these questions, deciding on the carpet will be nearly impossible, as there are just too many options out there. With the help of our sales reps, you will be able to sleep peacefully knowing you made the right decision. Contact After Five Floors!

So What's the Best Pile for Me?

• Frieze is a shag-like carpet where the strands fall in all different directions. This helps conceal dirt and patterns of traffic, so it's great for high traffic areas. Keep in mind, the frieze is only as good as the material you choose. Poly frieze is not the same as a wool frieze.
• Loop (or Berber) is, as the name implies, looped. It's a carpet that has been left in its manufactured woven state. Because of these loops, this style of carpet holds up extremely well to traffic and furniture impressions. It's easy to clean and maintain
• Cut Pile is the most popular carpet option available. It's a standard woven carpet, but the loops have been cut to five a more textured look and feel. This style of carpet is very soft and easy to clean.
• Cut or Loop carpet is a combination of cut and loop piles that create a pattern throughout the entire carpet. It offers a very sophisticated look, yet can be very practical, as it hides imperfections, soiled areas, and cleans well.