2007-02-16 15:55:24 · 5 answers · asked by Sarah Nicole 3 in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
Fiber is carpet’s basic ingredient. The type of fiber used and the way the carpet is constructed determine how well the carpet will stand up to spills, pets, and daily traffic. Approximately 97 percent of all carpet is produced using synthetic fibers that are designed to feature style, easy maintenance, and outstanding value. There are five basic types of carpet pile fibers.
Nylon: It is the most popular and represents two-thirds of the pile fibers used in the United States. Wear-resistant, resilient, withstands the weight and movement of furniture, and provides brilliant color. Ability to conceal and resist soils and stains. Generally good for all traffic areas. Solution-dyed nylon is colorfast because color is added in the fiber production.
Olefin (polypropylene): Strong, resists wear and permanent stains, and is easily cleaned. Notably colorfast because color is added during fiber production. Resists static electricity and is often used in both indoor and outdoor installations because of its resistance to moisture and mildew. Used in synthetic turf for sports surfaces, and in the home for patios and game rooms. Many Berbers are made of olefin.
Polyester: Noted for luxurious, soft "hand" when used in thick, cut-pile textures. Has excellent color clarity and retention. Easily cleaned, and resistant to water-soluble stains.
Acrylic: Offers the appearance and feel of wool without the cost. Has low static level and is moisture and mildew-resistant. Commonly used in velvet and level-loop constructions, and often in bath and scatter rugs.
Wool: Noted for its luxury and performance, wool is soft, has high bulk, and is available in many colors. Generally, wool is somewhat more expensive than synthetic fibers.
Blends: A wool/nylon blend combines the superior look and comfort of wool with the durability of nylon. Acrylic/olefin and nylon/olefin are other popular blends, offering good characteristics of each fiber.
2007-02-16 21:48:02 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Natural fibers: wool and silk
plant fibers such as sisal, seagrass, paper, coir, hemp, and jute
Synthetic fibers: Nylon, and Polyester (polypropelene based)
2007-02-17 01:59:13 · answer #2 · answered by Jen 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Could be many different things - cotton, wool, hemp, rayon, nylon, orlon, and recycled plastic to name a few possibilities.
2007-02-17 00:03:47 · answer #3 · answered by SA Writer 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
synthetic fibers
2007-02-17 00:42:27 · answer #4 · answered by smoovkay 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ur moms thongs
2007-02-17 00:00:26 · answer #5 · answered by Baralembo 1 · 0⤊ 3⤋