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Your
rug should not only look great, it should perform
well, too. To find the best rug within your budget,
there are several factors to consider. The perfect
rug will have just the right combination of density,
twist and fiber.
Density refers to the closeness of the tufts or knots. The
denser the pile, the better your rug will wear.
Twist refers to the winding of yarn around itself. A
tighter yarn twist will provide added durability.
The type of FIBER used in your rug also will help
determine its appearance and performance. Synthetic
fibers provide brilliant colors, easy maintenance,
softness and outstanding value. Natural fibers
provide soft, low luster colors, long term
performance and other aesthetic qualities
There are six general types of fibers, each with
different characteristics:
Nylon - Wear and soil resistant and easily cleaned.
Resilient, withstands heavy traffic and the weight
and movement of furniture. Unlimited variety of
brilliant colors.
Wool - Noted for luxury and softness. Has high bulk
and is available in many colors.
Olefin (Polypropylene) - Strong and colorfast with a
soft wool-like feel. Resists wear and stains.
Affordable. Predominant machine-woven synthetic
fiber. May also be used in outdoor carpet.
Polyester - Noted for its soft "hand" when used in
thick, cut pile textures.
Acrylic - Offers the appearance of wool at a lower
cost. Sometimes is blended with other fibers. Most
often appears in bath rugs and mats.
Cotton - Noted for its softness and performance.
Available in many colors.
Blends - There may be blends of any of the above
fibers.
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