Carpet types and fibres
How to Identify The Type of Carpet Fiber You Have
Knowing the type of carpet fiber you have will give you important information on how your carpet will behave over time and react to spills and spots. You can thus avoid potential damage and clean your carpet using the best method suited to its fiber.
The fibre a carpet is made from decides how it wears, how it reacts to spills and which cleaning method is safe to use. These are the six common fibres and the traits that set each one apart. Professionals confirm a fibre with flame, odour, ash and chemical tests.
Wool
Naturally resists wrinkles, soiling and flames, and is highly durable. The premium, natural choice.
Nylon
Very durable, resilient and abrasion-resistant, and easy to care for. A popular all-rounder.
Cotton
Soft, comfortable and non-allergic, with good colour retention. A gentle natural fibre.
Polyester
Durable and resistant to wrinkles, mildew and abrasion, and holds rich colour well.
Acrylic
Wicks moisture well, keeps its shape and resists sunlight, with a wool-like look.
Polypropylene (olefin)
Resists water, fading, acid and abrasion, and is the one common fibre that floats in water.
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