What Material Are Carpets Made From?

Posted on - 9th November 2023

Choosing the right colour carpet for your home presents a challenge, but have you considered the material that the carpet is made from? When deciding on carpets for your home, it’s important to look at the type of material you will be using for a specific room - for example, do you have a room that you and your household spend the most time in and need a material that is durable and easy to clean? Or are you looking for a more affordable alternative that still performs? We’ve collated together some of the most common materials used in carpets that allow them to handle everyday footfall. Read on to find out more about which material option suits you the best. Take a look at our carpets to style your home.

Wool

Carpets manufactured from wool add durability to your rooms, especially those that experience high footfall throughout the day. This means you can benefit from a long-lasting carpet before you would need to consider a replacement. Although wool carpet is a more expensive material, it adds a luxury feel to the room and has the added benefit of natural fire resistance. If you would rather look at a more affordable option, some carpets are manufactured as a wool blend.

Polyester

Polyester carpets are manufactured with synthetic fibres which means that they offer better water and stain resistance! This is ideal if you have children or pets that come into the house with muddy feet or paws. It also offers a more sustainable option than a nylon carpet. Unlike wool carpets, polyester doesn’t tend to have the same durability. In rooms with higher traffic, a polyester carpet wouldn’t last as long, as it would start to look worn and matted. A replacement would need to be considered sooner rather than later.

Nylon

Nylon carpets offer both cost-effectiveness and durability. Other benefits of these carpets include superior resilience to everyday issues such as wear and tear, mould and rot; high stain resistance and they are very easy to maintain and dye. This makes them ideal for areas in your home that experience high footfall. Although they may be more costly than other options, the benefits of this carpet outweigh the cost.

Cotton

Cotton carpets are a soft, natural alternative to nylon and polyester. Cotton material for carpets tends to be inexpensive, making it ideal as an affordable option if you’re looking to keep the cost down. They provide strength to your carpets, thanks to the tightly spun yarn. It’s also absorbent, so if you want to dye your carpet, cotton is the material to choose. Good absorbency also has the disadvantage of staining easily.

Carpets from Toons Home Furnishers

If you’re looking for new carpets for your home, Toons Home Furnishers have a huge range of carpets for you to choose from. Whether you’re looking for something long-lasting or prefer affordability, we’ve got a carpet style to suit your taste. Take a look at the range of carpets we have to offer and contact us if you have any questions.

Do you need any help in choosing a carpet? We have an expert team who can advise you on the best type of carpet for your home. Whether you are looking for a natural carpet or something fun and durable for a child’s bedroom, we’re happy to help!