GLOSSARY OF CARPET TERMS

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Carpet Experts in Elizabethtown, KY

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Nylon Carpet Fiber

This popular carpet fiber is available at a medium price point, will provide reliable performance, remain easy to clean and resilient, handle heavy traffic, resist stains, and remain attractive.

Polyester Carpet Fiber

A perfect option when quick replacement is needed, this affordable carpet fiber offers style, value, and even sustainability, along with durability, stain protection, and fade resistance.

Triexta Carpet Fiber

This more recently developed carpet fiber uses structural innovation to create a stain-resistant, eco-friendly, and durable fit for active homes that need low-maintenance.

Polypropylene Carpet Fiber

Also known as olefin, this carpet fiber lends outstanding moisture and stain resistance which makes it a great fit for indoor-outdoor use, patios, and entranceways.

Carpet Padding

Also called underlayment or carpet cushion, this padding goes between the carpet and subfloor and help reduce the effects of foot traffic and enhance carpet performance in many ways. 

Loop Pile Construction

This carpet construction features fibers that are bent into small loops, which creates durable, stain-resistant, low-profile carpet piles. 

Level Loop Construction

A loop pile carpet construction where all small loops are the same height, excellent at resisting foot traffic and a great fit for entryways, hallways, and stairs.

Multi-Level Loop Construction

A loop pile carpet construction with loops of varying heights that is used to create patterned texture. This visual interest aids in the cleanup of dirt, mud, pet accidents, and spills.

Cut Pile Construction

This carpet construction features yarn tips that are cut so there aren’t any loops, resulting in a carpet pile that is softer, thicker, and more fashion-forward like Friezes and shags.

Cut-And-Loop Construction

This carpet construction features cut pile and loop pile fibers to bring all-around performance with softness, texture, and medium to moderate durability.

Glue-Down Installation

Installation method where carpet is glued down directly to a concrete floor, or glued to a carpet pad that is glued directly to the floor.

Stretch-In Carpet Installation

Popular installation method uses strips of wood with protruding angled nails secured to room edges, attaches the carpet to the nails, and stretches the carpet tight across the room.

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