Cut Pile Plush
Cut pile carpets are manufactured by cutting the yarn loops which produces an upright pile that has a more luxurious, formal look than loop pile.
- Cut pile carpets are achieved by cutting the yarn loops which produces an upright pile with a velour type appearance.
- The yarn is constructed with a slight twist which has been chemically or heat set.
- Plush pile carpet, as with all cut pile carpets, has the potential to display shading from footprints and vacuuming.
Cut Pile Twist
Cut pile carpets are manufactured by cutting the yarn loops which produces an upright pile that has a more luxurious, formal look than loop pile.
- Cut pile twist carpets are constructed using a higher twisted yarn, causing the pile to lay in different directions providing a more textured appearance.
- Twist pile carpets are hard wearing and maintain their finish.
- The more textured finish means they are also less likely to show shading or tracking within the pile.
Level Loop Pile
As the name suggests, a loop pile carpet is where the carpet pile forms a loop. The yarn is needled through the backing to create a loop of yarn, creating a distinct look.
- All of the loops are created at an even height for a uniform finish.
- This hardwearing style is well suited to heavy traffic areas and does not show shading or footprints.
Multi-Level Loop Pile
As the name suggests, a loop pile carpet is where the carpet pile forms a loop. The yarn is needled through the backing to create a loop of yarn, creating a distinct look.
- Also known as High Low Loop, this style of carpet is made using loops of various height to give a textured finish.
- This is an extremely durable style.
Level Cut & Loop Pile
These carpets have a combination of cut and looped yarns and can create sculptured effects such as squares and swirls.
- The combination of level loops and cut tufts creates a stylish finish with a soft, smooth feel.
- This unique construction can be finished in a wide range of distinctive patterns.
