How to choose a carpet
How to choose a carpet
Often after repair or relocation, and sometimes just to create comfort in the house, we come to the decision to purchase a carpet. After all, this is not only an interior item, but also a real decoration for your living room, bedroom or children's room. Correctly selected carpet creates a feeling of comfort, pleases the eye, and also serves as noise and heat insulation for your floor.
Nowadays there are a huge number of manufacturers and models of carpets. How not to make a mistake in choosing, and buy a carpet that suits you? Our online store "Carpet City" will help you make the right decision and choose a quality product based on your preferences.
How to buy a carpet, given its composition
Carpets are divided into natural and artificial. In our online store "Carpet City" in Kiev, you can get acquainted with a large selection of products of different composition. Natural carpets are made from natural materials: wool, linen, viscose, cotton, silk, etc. The advantages of natural carpets:
- consist of natural environmental materials;
- soft, it is pleasant to walk on them barefoot;
- if they are painted, then natural dyes;
- regulate the microclimate of the room; if it is too humid in the room, then they absorb excess moisture;
- durable.
Types of natural carpets
Wool carpet As the name implies, it is made from natural wool. Most often it is sheep's wool, but there may be wool of other animals. These carpets are very durable and pleasant to the feet. These products must be kept clean, otherwise insects or molds may be brought into them.
Cotton carpet. Pleasant to the touch, light, breathable, hypoallergenic. Not very durable, easily absorbs pollution.
Silk carpet Incredibly durable, wear-resistant, easy to operate. Most often it is very beautiful products of bright colors. The disadvantages include the high cost. However, if you can afford such a carpet, feel free to buy it - you will not regret it.
Viscose carpet. Good alternative to silk carpet. They are also very durable, varied in color. They can be laid in areas with high traffic. These carpets are much cheaper than silk, and the quality is almost the same.
Artificial carpets are made from synthetic materials such as acrylic, polyester, polypropylene, etc. The advantages of synthetic carpets are:
- low cost;
- ease of cleaning;
- long keep color;
- do not give in to fungi and insects.
Types of synthetic carpets
Carpet made of acrylic. Keeps color and shape, withstands pollution and is easy to clean, looks similar to wool, but at a price much more affordable.
Polyester carpet - this carpet is durable, hard to touch, retains heat, despite the fact that it is not natural material. It has shine, it can be both a plus and a minus. It does not have high strength, so it is better to lay it where there is a small cross. Polyester carpets are among the cheapest.
Polypropylene carpet. It is easy to care for him. However, if you decide to buy a polypropylene carpet, keep in mind that it has a relatively short service life.
As you can see for yourself, the choice is varied, for every taste and wallet. If you want to buy a carpet in Kiev, please contact our online store Carpet City. Here you will be helped to choose a product that suits you.