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Top quality Berber carpet is gorgeous, durable carpeting and may well be the perfect choice for your floor covering needs in one or more rooms of your home.
In order to decide if it is right for your home, you should become educated as to the differences in Berber carpet when compared to other types of carpet.
You'll quickly understand why this type of flooring is so popular.
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Is Berber Carpet Right For Your Home
Berber carpet is known by the name because of the way the carpeting is woven. Technically, it could be called Berber weave carpet instead of the commonly used name. Berber carpet refers to a weave of carpeting which is created using large and small tufts, often cut to create a cut pile finish. Commonly, a lighter background color is mixed with small flecks of darker pile so that, today Berber carpet is often used to refer to any type of carpeting containing two or more colors.
Berber carpet's history goes back centuries to Old Testament times. The Berber people lived in North Africa and created hand spun cloth which became named for their tribe. These natural fiber cloths were used to create area rugs as well as clothing and other needed products. The ancient Berber carpet almost certainly looked nothing like what is known as Berber carpet today. The method of creating tufted weave rugs, however, was passed down and improved to become the carpeting we know today as Berber.
Berber carpet, when used for large areas, must be installed over carpet padding, just as any other type of carpet. This ensures extra comfort when walking on the carpet, and ensures a longer carpet life. It also helps prevent wear patterns in the floor covering.
Berber carpet is available in a wide range of prices. Carpet prices are usually based on quality and it's wise to purchase the finest quality, which is also probably the most expensive, Berber carpet you can afford. Because Berber carpet is a type of weave rather than a brand, it is made by many manufacturers; some manufacturers produce the highest quality carpeting while others produce poor quality carpeting to be sold at cheap prices to attract the uneducated buyer who believes Berber carpet is a brand rather than weave.
When shopping for Berber carpet, look for tightly woven tufts and strong, sturdy backing. Inquire about the fiber content and select a blend of fibers for the most durability. Wool, nylon, and olefin create a durable blend which will hold up very well over time. Berber carpet created from 100% wool, being a renewable resource, is also a good choice that will last a long time. Wool is also the best option for those sensitive to out-gassing of other types of fibers.
Berber carpet is cleaned using normal carpet cleaning procedures. You can clean your carpet with home carpet cleaning machines or have it cleaned professionally. Between thorough cleanings, vacuuming should be done frequently. Any spills should be cleaned immediately in order to avoid stains.
As you can easily see, Berber carpet may well be the perfect choice for every room in your home in which you wish to have carpet. You'll find shades that blend with any decor and will enjoy your investment for many years with basic care.
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