Carpets come in many different styles and colours and when you shop for your carpet select the best quality carpet you can afford.  Higher quality carpets will last longer and wear better and even save you money in the long run so even if you are on a strict budget look for the best possible carpets for your floor.

When you pick out a carpet, you need to know how to tell if carpet is good enough quality.  One easy way to test is by looking at the density of the carpet.  This means the thickness and closeness of the pile, or each specific strand of fibre.

The closer the fibres are to each other, the better the overall quality will be.  You should stick your fingers into the rub or bend it to see if you can feel or see the mesh.  The less you feel or see, the better the quality of the carpet.  Another factor with quality carpet is the twist level or the number of twists in 1 inch length of fibre - as the more twists you see, the better.

The density of the pile will affect how the carpet will wear, while the cut of the pile will affect how the carpet looks.  A plush cut carpet looks like a field of velvet with even colour and it's great for a formal look. 

When you buy carpet, you shouldn't ignore the carpet pad.  Along with going for the best quality of carpet you can afford, you should also buy the best quality of pad as well.  The padding will cut down on noise, and also help to act as a cushion so it's very important - almost as important as the carpet.

By taking your time and knowing what to look for, you won't have any problems picking out your next carpet.  Quality and durability are the keys to great carpet and pad, which is why you don't want to rush this process.

HomePro Flooring are specialist in carpet installations and use carpets from South Africa's top manufacturers. We can help you select the best carpet for your money.

Contact HomePRo Flooring for a free carpeting quote