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One of the most widely used carpet fibers in the world is wool, making textured wool carpet a material of choice to provide luxurious softness and comfort.  Wool carpet may be more expensive than other materials, but can last up to five decades with proper care.  Carpets made of wool are environmentally friendly, produced of natural fibers that are fully recyclable, and provide many benefits over synthetic fibers to those suffering with allergies.

Wool Carpet Benefits

There are many benefits to choosing textured wool carpet over other fiber types, making wool a desirable choice for many applications.  Some benefits of wool fiber carpets include:

Less irritation to allergy sufferers: wool is proven to provide less irritation to those suffering with allergy or breathing problems, as the fibers absorb suspended dust particles making them less likely to enter the lungs. Dust particles will remain on the surface where they are easily removed with vacuuming.  

Long lasting shape retention: textured wool carpets will retain their shape and appearance for several decades as the fibers are coated with a thin membrane which prevents any dampness from seeping into the carpet.

  Unparalleled softness of wool: wool carpet can be more costly than other synthetic fibers, although the fluffy, bouncy texture of wool carpets provides value with unparalleled softness that stands the test of time.

For all carpet fibers and types, the quality and durability of your carpet depends on the quality of the material and manufacturing process.  Great Western Flooring Company has more than 35 years of experience selecting and installing quality carpet manufactured by the best names in the industry. We offer the full line of Mohawk Flooring and Shaw Floors vast selection of carpets, in thousands of style and color combinations.  

Our carpet, flooring and tile products are installed by trained professionals with experience in unique design and architectural situations, pleasing demanding commercial and residential customers all over the Chicagoland area.  

Shopping for new carpet in Las Vegas can be overwhelming, due to its many colors, designs, and types. In this article, we will discuss the differences to make your shopping experience a lot more enjoyable.

Carpet Styles:

The styles of carpet come in three different categories.

Cut Pile: Cut Pile carpet fibers are evenly cut, so there are not any loops. They tend to be softer and denser than loop pile. Here are the different styles of cut pile.

Saxony: Is a level-cut pile clipped to about 1 ½ inches high. The tightly packed yarn and even cut give it a smooth finish that is perfect for a formal setting. It's a popular choice, because of its density and the way it forms around your footprints.

Textured: Is not as dense at Saxony. It has an uneven surface due to its two-tone yarn. Its tight twist construction helps resist soil, which makes it a popular choice for families.

Frieze: Has a high twist level causing the tuft to twist back upon itself causing forming a kinked appearance. The Frieze carpet tends to be more expensive.

Loop Pile: Loop Pile carpet is looped and fastened to the backing. They are very durable, making them a good option for high-traffic areas.

Berber: Is also known as a level-loop, due to its short loops that are even in height. It is ideal for high-traffic areas like commercial buildings.

Multi-Level Loop: Means the top of the loops vary in height to give the carpet a patterned texture.

Cut & Loop: Is another type of carpeting, is that of both cut and loop. There are some fibers cut and some fibers still looped. Consumers interested in Cut & Loop will get the best qualities of both, providing a good fit to hide stains and dirt.

Carpet Fibers:

Nylon: Is the most popular type of fiber. It's durable and resistant to wear.

Olefin: Is resistant to mold, moisture, and mildew. It's an excellent choice for basements and outdoors.

Acrylic: Is an expensive alternative to wool.

Wool: Is very high in quality, with natural fibers. It's durable and stain-resistant.

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