| Type |
Pile
Type |
Suitability |
| Saxony Plush |
A dense level cut pile of about one half inch
or less. Yarn tufts are closely packed, presenting a
smooth, luxurious surface. |
Generally used for formal settings. |
| Textured/Trackless |
A level cut pile with a high twist yarn. |
This style is best suited for high-traffic
areas of the home. Minimizes foot prints or vacuum marks. |
| Freize |
Curled or twisted tufts make for a textured
plush. Designed for everyday use. |
Especially suitable for less formal decors. |
| Cut-Loop |
Yarns are tufted into islands of high cut tufts
and lower loop tufts to a sculptured pattern. |
A traditional classic best suited to informal
settings. |
| Berber |
Available in a simple level loop pile with
loops of equal height or loop pile with two or three levels of
tufts forming a random sculpted surface. |
Broad application including semi-formal
schemes. |
| Random Shear/Tip |
Features a mix of cut and uncut loops, creating
a highly textured surface appearance. |
Suitable for both formal and informal settings. |