Types of Commercial Carpet

Cut Pile

• Cut pile carpet is carpet that has had its loops strategically cut during the weaving of the carpet. This makes all of the loops the same height and allows them to tuft, or stand out a little bit. Cut pile carpets can be of various thicknesses, but regardless of thickness, cut pile carpet always provides a cushioned feel for the feet.

Level Loop

• Level loop carpet is created by making the loops of uniform height and keeping them uncut. This provides a smooth, level surface. The strong loops of level loop carpet make it very durable and resistant to matting and tracking. Finally, the tight-loop of this carpet helps to prevent dirt from making its way below the surface of the carpet, making it easier to clean.

Cut and Loop

• Cut and loop carpet is a combination of cut pile carpet and level loop carpeting. This type of carpet has medium durability and offers a variety of decorative options. The variation of the loops and cuts can allow for the creation of designs and the use of multiple colors within the carpet. Due to multiple heights within the carpet fibers, cut and loop carpet hides dirt well and is therefore ideal for formal areas.

Broadloom Carpet

• Broadloom carpet is made on a large loom and is usually used for large areas or for wall-to-wall carpeting. Broadloom carpet is usually nailed or tacked down, so it won't shift or move with use. Because broadloom lacks a seam, dirt will have a harder time penetrating the carpet, thus leaving it looking new and clean longer. The biggest downside to broadloom carpet is that it requires professional cleaning, given its size.

Carpet Tiles

• Carpet tiles are small squares, usually one square foot, of carpet that are placed together to form a continuous carpet. Carpet tiles are an excellent alternative to large carpets, because if a piece of the rug is damaged from a spill or wear, then that single tile can be replaced, without removing any of the other tiles. Carpet tile saves money in the long run because of its ease of replacement. It also offers nearly endless design ideas, because you can mix and match different tiles to create a myriad of looks.