There’s nothing like the soft feel of a nice carpet. Warm in winter and cool in summer, it makes any room more inviting as a place to relax with friends … a place for the kids to play … a cozy, yet stylish place to feel at home. Plus, with so many styles and colors to choose from, it’s easy to find the right carpet for every décor and every taste. There are three basic types of carpeting — Cut Pile, Loop Pile, and Cut & Loop Pile. Pile refers to the fiber yarns which are tufted or sewn into the backing. How these yarns are cut and twisted helps determines the texture and durability of the carpet. In addition, most of the fibers are either synthetic or natural wool, which offer varying degrees of wear and stain resistance. Carpet is also one of the easiest types of flooring to install and maintain. The easy-care features of today’s advanced stain resistant carpets allow you enjoy a beautiful floor for many years. Simply vacuum regularly, clean up spills promptly, and have your carpet professionally cleaned every 12 to 18 months. See which type is best suited for your needs under Recommendations.

Types of Carpet Understanding a few simple basics about carpet construction will help you make the right choice for your lifestyle and budget. Most decoratively versatile cut-pile carpet Textured surface helps hide footprints and vacuum marks Adds casual beauty to any room Looks great between vacuuming Preferred style for busy households A great "whole-house" carpet Saxony Refined cut-pile surface Luxuriously smooth, soft finish Beautiful with traditional interiors Adds distinctive elegance to any room Ideal for living and dining rooms Shows subtle highlights and accents Berber Cut-Pile A new berber look with all the wonderful color and interest of traditional loop berbers The great plush "feel" of thick, cut pile carpet Beautifully crafted and colored yarns add personality to any room Very versatile decoratively, ideal for casual rooms, kids' rooms, etc. Subtle color flecks help hide soil that might appear between cleanings Cut/Loop Carved definition with cut-and-loop pile Accent colors spice up floor surfaces Multicolor effects hide soil and stains Looks great between vacuuming Choose from soft tonals to bolder color combinations Commercial Loop Versatile styles blend comfortably with any decor Durable long-wearing surface pile engineered for high traffic areas Intriguing color choices suitable for professional and practical installations Textured surfaces provide subtle highlights