Carpet Fibers Explained

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Pooch on Carpet From Pixabay
To make the yarn for carpets a series of 4" to 8" fibers are spun together to form long thin ropes of yarn which can shed in the beginning; this is called stapled or long continuous strands are twisted and bonded together that don't shed which is called Continuous Filament.


 Staple/CF:Nylon Carpet 

 PROS

  1. Soft to touch
  2. Commercial use
  3. durable/resilient
  4. stain resistant
CONS
  • costly
  • less vibrant
  • not eco friendly  

Staple/CF:Polyester Carpet

PROS

  • more vibrate
  • soft
  • economical
  • eco friendly**
  • stain resistant
  • dyed thoughout
CONS
  • oil and grease clings
Staple/CF: Triexta Carpet (37% cornsilk)

PROS
  • Bright colors
  • fade proof
  • highly durable /resilient
  • anti-static properties
  • very soft
  • dust and soil repel
  • fire and flame retardant
CONS
  • not eco friendly
  • can not be dyed
CF: Olefin Carpet  (indoor/outdoor)

PROS
  • mold/ mildew resistant
  • water resistant
  • stain resistant
  • will not fade with cleaners
CONS
  • low melting point
  • not good for high traffic/commercial
Staple:Wool Carpet (Sheep hair)

PROS
  • durable
  • pushed dirt to top
  • flame resistant
  • suitable for commercial use
  • eco friendly
  • elegant
CONS
  • very costly
  • sheds
  • susceptible to insect damage
  • maintenance required