Cut Pile Plush Cut pile plush carpets have a very soft, luxurious look & feel. A cut pile carpet is made by cutting the tops of the loops so the pile stands straight upwards. Although plush pile carpets can show temporary shading from footprints & vacuuming, this is a nomal characteristic & has no effect on performance.
Cut Pile Twist Cut pile twist carpets are made with a twisted yarn causing the pile to lay in different directions. Twist pile carpets are generally more hard wearing than a plush pile & have a more textured finish, which is less likely to show tracking.
Loop Pile
Loop pile carpets are hard wearing, durable and do not have a tendancy to show tracking as often as other carpet types. The loops are made by the yarn being threaded through the backing, then sewn back through. Sisal A popular & classic style of carpet, Sisal is a loop pile made with loops in straight rows. Sisals can be textured or the height of the loops can be varied to create different patterns.
Textured Loop and Cut Pile
This is a combination of both cut and loop tufts. The tufts can be of differet height, giving a highly textured and patterned appearance.
Level Loop and Cut Pile Level loop & cut pile capets have a stylish finish with a soft, smooth feel & a stylish, modern look. The tufts are cut evenly and come in a range of varied patterns.
Hi/Lo Loop Pile Made using loops of various heights, giving a textured finish to the surface of the carpet. Hi/Lo loop pile carpets are exceptionally durable.
Shag Pile Shag carpets have a long-cut pile that lies in different directions, giving shaggy appearance. Shag pile carpets are extemely durable and have a very soft and luxurious feel.
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