Knowing how carpet is made can be very advantageous. Knowing the different materials that make up various carpets also helps you understand and evaluate their performance aspects: why certain carpets are easier to install, why some wear better, longer, and why others are easier to care for and clean. It can also make you a smarter shopper.
Selections:
Step 1: Fiber
Synthetic Fibers
Nylon
Polypropylene
Polyester
PET
SmartStrand
Wool
Berber
#1 Tufting
Loop pile construction
Alternative step
#2 Application of dye
Two dyeing processes
Carpet dyeing methods
#3 Manufacturing the carpet
Pile height, or nap