An important aspect to determine when buying a new jute carpet is its durability. You may wonder whether the carpet would be able to survive the high-end foot traffic that it may have to face every day. You may often wonder about the elements used in the construction of the carpet.
A decent carpet would comprise the following –
- The fiber
- The backing
- The latex for maintaining the backings
- Pile height
- Density of the pile
- The twist level of the fiber
- Finishing or shearing
- Stain-resistant treatment
- Method used to dye the carpet
When considering the durability of the carpet, consider beginning with the kind of backing you require in carpet construction. Several carpets would entail a single backing stacked using several needles. It would also require applying latex glue to cover the fiber using the primary and the secondary backings around the fiber.
The latex glue holding the backings would be important than the tightened weave of the secondary backing around the fiber. In the event, the latex glue fails, the chances of the fiber falling out would be relatively higher. The fiber would begin to wrinkle in case of a wall-to-wall carpet. Therefore, consider using better quality latex if you do not wish to suffer the consequences caused by the mill defect after the expiration of the warranty.
Several backings would entail a plastic weave. Most other backing types would be inclusive of jute, urethane, and foam rubber.
- Foam rubber is the secondary backing used for covering inexpensive kitchen carpets and indoor or outdoor carpets. The backing should be used, provided you were doing it yourself.
- Urethane backings have been deemed better than foam rubber. It bonds the fiber to the primary backing thereby retaining the strength of the fibers.
- Jute backing could be visible on older carpets. It is significantly superior to the other available carpet backings.
You should also be aware of density, twist, and face weight. These three aspects would determine the construction of the surface of the jute carpet.
- The density of the carpet indicates the closeness of the fiber strands at the base of the carpet. A denser carpet would have relatively closer fiber strands. It is vital for determining the durability of the carpet and its overall appearance.
- The twist level would be the amount of twist provided by the two or more piles of fiber. You could also examine the face of the carpet for determining the twists. More twists would hamper the density of the carpet and encompass less fiber. A tighter and shorter twist would imply a superior and denser carpet.
- Face weight would be best described as the ounces per square yard of the amount of fiber on the surface of the carpet. Remember that it would not entail the weight of the latex along with the two backings. Ensure to remind the salesperson, if he or she fails to add it in their calculations.
Having adequate knowledge of the construction of the carpet would ensure you get the best carpet suitable for home décor.
