Carpet: Loop Pile Carpet
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Loop pile carpet is manufactured using continuous rows of yarn loops. Loop pile carpet can be produced with an ample array of textures, from svelte and silky to course and tough. While the difference between cut pile and loop pile carpet may obvious at first, there are many differences that favor a loop pile carpet for daily use. A popular example of a loop pile carpet is a Berber carpet, exceedingly popular in the 1970s and rapidly regaining its former status.
Loop pile carpet can be created with varying texture effects. While the carpet is being constructed, varying heights of loop pile are accumulated to give a multi-leveled look. Because the loop pile carpet is made to withstand consistent and heavy weight, its ability to veil footprints and furniture indentations can create much less of a maintenance issue for you in the long run than less durable plush carpets.
The Rugged Appearance of Loop Pile Carpet
When shopping for a loop pile carpet, you want one with approximately 50% wool and 50% synthetic content. Generally, the less wool is included in the carpet, the less it will cost. If you find a very inexpensive carpet made from 100% wool, the wool used is probably extremely low-grade or even waste wool product. It is also very important to have a sturdy backing on this type of carpet. Because it has the potential to snag, you want to make sure your loops are securely fastened to the carpet backing.
Loop pile carpet is an almost chameleon-like product. Its adaptability and versatility in any room style and shape are second to none. Understanding the type of foot traffic the carpeting is going to be subjected to should be one of the most important factors in choosing a carpet. For a high traffic scenario, loop pile carpets are your smartest choice.
Posted on: Friday, June 20, 2008 at 1:42 pm 
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