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An introduction to the types of Carpeting - Mar 27, 2008 - 3:27:40 PM
There are different terms used for different kinds of carpeting in the particular industry, for example, carpets for wall-to wall carpeting are referred to as “broadloom carpet”, whereas rugs and carpets which are over six feet by nine feet are commonly known as a “broadloom”, which is a term referring to the looms used to extra sized rugs. In present times, the broadlooms are normally twelve feet wide.
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Carpeting your home- Face Yarn Fibers - Mar 27, 2008 - 3:26:39 PM
The carpet’s appearance and durability is based on the type of fibers used for its face yarn during its production. Most of the modern carpets are produced using synthetic fibers (97%), though a few yarns use wool too. In some cases the wool and the acrylic are combined together to make a yarn.
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Buying Guide for Home Carpeting - Mar 27, 2008 - 3:25:57 PM
You must have probably heard the Latin phrase “carpe diem”, which means seize the day. Similar to it is another phrase in Latin “carpet diem” which means “carpet day”!!, so seize a day for renovating your home with a worthy carpet.
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Home Carpet Loops and Cuts - Mar 27, 2008 - 3:23:23 PM
The basic quality of a carpet is based on how it was manufactured: whether the pile was cut, looped or both.
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Flooring of Carpets and Carpeting - Mar 27, 2008 - 3:22:04 PM
Carpets are an important part of any household and provide comfort to the feet as well as maintaining silence, as they absorb the sound of the foot steps. They are normally recommended in areas of the house which are dry and less frequently visited.
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