Different Types Of Carpets - Part 2

Last time I started talking about different types of carpet fibers and how to choose the perfect mat for your home. Each type has specific qualities and is appropriate for different part of the house. I managed to explain about wool and bamboo. We're going to continue with some more natural materials. It is important to have a green home and having such carpet is one step closer to achieve that.

Silk

Silk is the product of larvae. It is actually the cocoon of the Bombyx mori. I won't go deep into the subject, after all we're talking about carpets, not insects. Silk has always been associated with beauty and elegance. Again we have hand weaving, which makes these carpets and rugs so valuable and expensive. Silk is one of the strongest natural fibers and it has a soft non-slippery texture. Unfortunately moist ruins it, therefore it is not appropriate for wet places.

Different Types Of Carpets

If you're thinking of buying a new carpet there a many things you should take in mind. If you know exactly what you're looking for there is a huge range of rugs, designed to fulfill your every demand. There are different types of paddings, fabric, weaving techniques, colour and shape you can choose from. There are even Eco-friendly and hand made ones. Each type has unique qualities, different durability and stain resistance. You can find special protecting products, like UV protection sprays.

Most Commonly Used Materials For Carpet

The first thing you should be looking at is the material of the carpet. There are different types of fiber and choosing the right one is a tricky task. I'll give you a list with some of the most common used materials and a brief description for each one.