When perusing your options at a carpet store, the merchandise might be sorted by pile type. This refers to the loops of fabric in the carpeting, which impact how the material will feel underfoot and its traction abilities. To find a suitable, comfortable option for any room in your home, learn more below.

Loops Are Tight & Short or Tall & Loose

The lower the pile, the flatter a carpet will look. That’s because the fabric loops are woven in tight, short coils. The low profile of the fibers makes it harder for debris to become embedded in the flooring and easier to lift with a vacuum, so consider this option in the living room, hallways, and other communal areas that receive a lot of foot traffic. When the loops are cut off at the ends, it can also make a lower pile softer or create more friction to prevent slip-and-fall accidents.

High-pile carpets often appear fluffier and shaggy when compared to low-pile varieties. The loops are tall and loose, leaving the fabric to fall in different directions. Although it’s easier for dirt to become trapped in high-pile carpeting, the surfaces are also softer, so consider this option in bedrooms and other areas where people tend to walk barefoot.

The Number of Fibers Dictates Carpet Thickness

Carpet pile is also categorized by thickness. The more fibers a carpet has, the thicker the pile is. The added fibers make the carpeting more durable, so consider an option with a thick pile in the den, finished basement, home gym, or bedroom. Carpets with fewer fibers, and therefore thinner piles, will last longer in guest bedrooms and other rarely used areas of the house.

If you’re ready to choose a new carpet, browse the options at Thayer Decorating Center. This flooring center installs carpeting, laminate, tile, and hardwood floors in homes throughout Oregon County, MO, as well as Hardy, Cherokee Village, and Ash Flat, AR. With over 40 years of experience, their staff is eager to help you navigate the selection. To schedule carpet installation and ask about free delivery services, call (417) 264-7773. To learn more about their carpeting options, visit them online.