In many Russian apartments, the floor is cold. The arrival of cold weather noticeably lowers the temperature in the premises, and conventional heating may not be enough to warm up all areas of the housing. Carpet can be a lifesaver. This cover is great for a variety of spaces. What is carpet, what are its pros and cons, described in the article.
Concept
What is carpet? This is a carpet flooring that is similar in properties to a carpet, but these options have differences:
- The carpet does not have clear dimensions, so it is possible to independently choose the required length or width. The material is sold in the form of rolls. When buying, the desired size is indicated, the seller cuts it off. And the carpet has a clear size and shape.
- Another difference is the coloring. A full-fledged carpet has a finished pattern, usually made from the center of the product to the edges. And the image on the carpet is usually repeated on the entire canvas.
- In the carpet, the edges are initially processed, and for the carpet you need a specialprocedure. Usually, when buying, it is proposed to immediately overlay the cut. The price of the service is small, in addition, the procedure will keep the product looking neat.
- Carpet is easy to lay on the floor. If the edge is pre-finished, then you need to unfold the product and allow time for straightening.
- Carpet has a low cost compared to carpet. The average is 300-500 rubles.
This information allows you to understand exactly what carpet is. According to reviews, this coating is practical and durable. To preserve it, you just need to provide the right care.
Features
And what is carpet in terms of practicality? The coating has the following features:
- The presence of a rigid substrate on which the coating is created. It provides a static bond to the floor, which protects against creases and extends the service life, but is convenient for areas with high traffic.
- The purpose and type of carpet depends on the location. In offices, corridors, stairs, it is better to choose household carpet. It has a stiff, short loop pile or smooth surface, making it easy to clean. The material is not erased for a long time, the color is usually dark. The price of the material is quite low, so even the decoration of a large room thanks to the carpet will be inexpensive.
- And for the bedroom it is desirable to choose a type of carpet with a high pile. So the room is provided with a soft and warm floor, which pleases for a long time. The price of the coating is higher, but compared to the carpetless.
- Since carpet is sold by the yard, you can purchase a piece of any size. This is useful for rooms with a non-standard arrangement, for example, with bay windows.
Which carpet is better for home? Reviews indicate that it is important to consider the appointment. Based on this, it will be possible to choose the most suitable floor covering option.
Pros and cons
According to user reviews, carpet is a practical coating that has an attractive appearance. Its benefits include:
- ensuring comfort;
- furnishing decoration;
- sound isolation;
- provide thermal insulation;
- light weight;
- availability of special fire-fighting treatment as well as insect repellent treatment;
- easy care;
- long service life.
- low price.
But it is important to consider that the coating also has disadvantages. It accumulates dust, which can cause allergies. The problem is eliminated by regular cleaning with a vacuum cleaner. If moisture has entered, the product must be thoroughly dried, otherwise a musty smell will form.
Production method
Carpet in the room looks attractive. However, there are many types of it. Coating is divided by production method:
- Woven. This is the most expensive type, since natural jute is at the base. During production, a special base mesh is made from jute fiber, to which a pile of natural or synthetic fibers is fixed. Thisthe coating option has high strength, so it is ideal for the bedroom, nursery, living room.
- Needle-punched. In this case, the basis is a thick and durable layer of fiber, which is pierced during production with a special needle. And the base of this type of coating is made of rubber, which protects the coating from slipping on the floor. If you need a lint-free carpet, you should choose this option. What are the differences between needle-punched carpet and other types? It has the lowest price, high noise absorption, so the material is used in living rooms with home theater and recording studios.
- Tufted. This coating is created thanks to fibers of different lengths and thicknesses, therefore it has a pattern. The image is usually voluminous, so the carpet is chosen for decoration. The disadvantage is the difficulty of cleaning. The base is made of latex, which protects against slipping and unwanted movement of the coating.
- Flocked. The coating is suitable for placement in the bathroom or kitchen, as it has a waterproof base and a short nap (up to 3 mm). Cleaning the lint is easy.
Any carpet in a room provides a pleasant environment. The main thing is that the coating is matched to the rest of the interior elements of the room.
Pile type
Materials differ in pile type:
- Saxony. This is a common type of long pile carpet. This coating is created from twisted natural fibers, therefore it has a high price. This type of coating is used in the bedroom due to its softness.
- Step. Thepile is considered a type of Saxony. In this case, a natural twisted thread creates an even cover, but the cover is considered coarser, and the pile can be 4 cm long. This pile is ideal for creating a sought-after cover - grass.
- Frize. In this case, a strongly twisted thread is used, similar in appearance to the Saxons, but the carpet is fluffy and soft. This is perfect for the bedroom or living room. This coating has a noticeable plus: traces from furniture and steps are invisible on the coating.
- Scroll. This is a voluminous pile, which takes on this form due to the use of threads of different lengths. Thread colors may vary.
- Katlup. This pile is voluminous, only in this case the volume is created thanks to the loop pile and the standard split pile. With this combination, an original effect is provided, but there is a difficulty in cleaning the coating.
- Boucle. The method of manufacturing a pile involves the use of knitting knots. Each knot is considered part of the overall canvas. This coating looks spectacular, is practical and durable. The coating has no memory effect, so it won't show furniture dents.
- Felt. This type of carpet is created by pressing woolen yarn. This coating option is the most popular among lint-free coatings, as it is easy to clean and has a long service life.
- Velor. It is soft and elastic material. Therefore, such a carpet in the children's room and bedroom will be the most suitable. Cleaning is easy, but dents remain in the finish.
Materials
In the photo, the carpet on the floor looks beautiful. Thanks to modern technologies, both natural and artificial materials take part in its manufacture. The natural material is woolen or blended. The second option includes 30% natural wool, and the rest may vary depending on the type. Usually 70% is cotton, jute, linen, silk, paper.
Carpet based on natural materials differs not only in its composition, but also in its seamless texture. Since it is expensive, the quality of the drawing, the texture is better. The bamboo version is natural, it is highly environmentally friendly, durable, suitable for different rooms.
The advantages of natural carpet include softness, pleasant appearance, moisture resistance, easy care and increased environmental friendliness. Of the shortcomings, they highlight the price, the need for special treatment from parasites.
There are synthetic materials - polyamide and polypropylene. Nylon and acrylic carpet also applies to them. These materials have an increased antistatic effect. Nylon has high softness and resistance to direct sunlight. Synthetic materials have many textures and colors.
There is also a rubber carpet designed for high traffic areas. The material does not slip or stick to the floor, does not deform due to mechanical stress.
Which carpet is better for home? Reviews indicate that it is important to consider the purpose of the room. The most sought after are naturalmaterials.
Colors
The choice of color should be given special attention when planning to purchase a floor covering for a room. Carpet has many colors. There are both plain colors and prints. It is necessary to choose a coating based on the design of the room:
- Carpet can perform 2 functions: be an accent or a neutral color scheme that matches the color scheme of the room.
- The purpose of the room is important in choosing a color. For the bedroom, it is better to choose white, beige, gray shades, due to which the space visually increases. Colors such as blue, emerald, burgundy, purple allow you to provide depth. Such shades add mystery to the interior.
- Warm colors are perfect for the living room. Bright orange, yellow, red tones will make the room cheerful. In the nursery, it is better to choose a covering of bright colors, for example, green.
Carpet in the room (photo above) has a spectacular appearance. If the shade will look harmonious with the rest of the elements of the room, then the atmosphere will turn out to be cozy.
Sizes
Carpet compared to the carpet does not have a clearly limited size. You can adjust the settings as you wish. How to calculate carpet for a room? You just need to decide on the length, and the width is usually fixed. The standard roll width is 4 meters. This is a common option found on sale in almost every retail store.store.
You can buy 1 cut and divide it into several parts. This will result in several carpets that can be replaced during the cleaning period. There is also a width of 5 meters, and sometimes 6. The range of these coatings is small, but due to high demand, many color and texture solutions are constantly being produced.
According to reviews, the carpet in the room must be chosen according to such a parameter as thickness. Usually it is produced 5-10 mm. The thickness can be different, it all depends on the length of the pile, the pattern, the density of the material. A thick carpet is obtained on the basis of wool with a high pile.
Choice
When choosing a carpet, you should determine its purpose and the place where it will be located. This will allow you to set the desired size, color and material. If you think about these criteria in advance, then in the store you will not get lost in the variety of choices and the purchase will be simple and pleasant:
- It is necessary to determine the material - natural or artificial. The first type is non-toxic, safe, easy to clean and has a high level of thermal conductivity. The disadvantage is the high price. Artificial surfaces are soft, easy to clean, safe to use and low cost. But they have a short lifespan. If material possibilities allow, it is advisable to choose a natural coating, but a high-quality artificial one lasts a long time, almost not differing in appearance.
- You should pay attention to the reverse side: a rubberized surface will be an excellent choice, as it eliminates slipping and provides excellent noise andinsulation.
- The material for different rooms is also different. For example, for the hallway and corridor, it is advisable to choose lint-free options that do not accumulate dust and dirt. These carpets are easy to clean and dry quickly from moisture. For the kitchen and dining room, choose a short pile or lint-free types. It is advisable to choose options with water-repellent impregnation, this will keep a neat look for a long time. For the living room, it is advisable to choose products with a crease-resistant pile, since this room has high traffic. Dust repellent would be an excellent choice.
- For a children's room, it is advisable to choose a carpet with a medium pile of non-marking colors. Consider ease of cleaning. Carpet for a child's room should be easy to clean from various stains. Bedroom requires long pile flooring.
According to the photo, the carpet in the interior will look neat if regular cleaning is provided. This will allow you to timely eliminate the dust that accumulates daily on the product.
Laminate, linoleum or carpet?
Which of these materials is the best? To do this, you need to familiarize yourself with the pros and cons of coatings:
- Linoleum is a durable material. It has excellent heat and sound insulating properties. There are colloxylin, rubber, alkyd, polyvinyl chloride types of linoleum. High-quality material easily fits on an unprepared floor, it hides bumps, cracks, and other defects. There are a lot of coating colors, you can choose a coating,imitating other materials. Linoleum will be the best choice for the kitchen, as it is not afraid of moisture and is non-combustible. Its price is low.
- Carpet is expensive, but it can be insulated. Also the material is soft. It will be easy to clean, it is easy to vacuum, which keeps a neat look for a long time. Carpet is suitable for home and public areas. In hotels and shopping centers, it is usually mounted on the stairs and in the lobby.
- Laminta is a practical material on which dust does not accumulate, there are no traces of furniture. The coating is non-toxic and heat resistant. The colors are varied: you can choose the right option for different interiors. Laminate is not cold so no carpet is required.
According to reviews, home carpet is the choice of many people. It will be possible to pick it up for any room. Such a coating will have a neat appearance for a long time.
Producers
Which carpet is better? Reviews indicate that it is necessary to choose products from well-known manufacturers. Now both Russian and foreign firms are in demand:
- Customers praise Belgian-made products. Beaulieu Real, Brussele, Echo, Brugge and B alta are the most well-known companies producing quality coatings at the best value.
- Original products are produced by the Dutch company Condor. The material does not fade, does not wrinkle, is easy to clean, and can withstand heavy loads.
- From Russian goods, Zartex products are in demand, which offers European quality. This is providedthanks to cooperation with such raw material suppliers as Polymer-Latex, DuPont, Deufil. The cost of goods is quite low.
- Producer "Neva-Taft" also buys European raw materials. The difference is that the company produces various designs to order.
- In Russia, lint-free coatings are also produced. Kalinka produces high-quality goods of European quality.
How do they lay?
The coating must be laid on a flat floor - leveled with sheets of hardboard or plywood. It can not be glued over the entire surface. You can only fix the edges under the plinth and the door part. There are the following ways of laying carpet:
- No sticking. This method is convenient for small spaces using 1 sheet of cover. The coating must be unfolded so that it protrudes 5-10 cm above the plinth, and rolled with a roller. With a knife, cut out the corners in the shape of a V, and then cut along the baseboards. In the aisle, the coating is fixed with a metal rail.
- Glue without connection. The coating is unfolded and cut off, as in the previous method. It is bent in the middle and glue is applied to the floor with a spatula. After a few minutes, the carpet can be lowered. It is smoothed with a roller in the direction from the middle towards the walls. The same work is done with the second half of the sheet.
- Simultaneous connection. The coating must be spread and cut, as in previous cases. The sheets are overlapped by 3-5 cm. The first sheet is unfolded 2/3 of the width and glue is applied to the open part. Lower the cover andstick. The same is true for sheet 2. Using a ruler, both edges are cut simultaneously. Both sides are lowered and both parts are smoothed.
Care
This coating, like any other, requires constant care and cleaning. Every week the carpet is cleaned with a vacuum cleaner. It is important to pay attention to cleaning with a washing device, because moisture lingers on the villi, and dampness will remain in the room for a long time. An extraneous smell may appear in the carpet. To eliminate it, you need to determine the cause. If the coating was wet, then you just need to wash it with plain water and dry it with a hairdryer. And if pollution appears, then special means are needed.
Difficult stains should be removed immediately after application. For this, various brushes and cleaning products are used. If the floor will not have its original appearance even after self-cleaning, then it is advisable to invite a specialist from a cleaning company.
Thus, for any room you can choose an attractive carpet. Thanks to quality care, the material is able to last for many years.
