Posts Tagged ‘carpet style’

Sisal Rugs- A Unique, Natural Style

Friday, March 19th, 2010

sisal rugDurable and distinct, the beauty of a sisal area rug can create a real statement in your décor, and naturally beautify your home. These area rugs are especially popular in Southern California- admired for their natural appearance, which echoes the laid-back style of coastal living.

The well-crafted construction of sisal area rugs makes them extremely stain-resistant, and their fiber content makes them more resistant to flame, as well. The quality of their construction also helps to absorb sounds, making them a great option for placement above wood floors. All these traits considered, it’s easy to see the appeal of sisal rugs as a great investment piece in your home.

Sisal rugs date back many centuries, and are common in places such as Egypt, Florence, Mozambique, and South & Central America. The hard vegetable fibers characteristic of sisal make it a strong material for weaving ropes and mats- stronger than other plant materials like jute, hemp, and flax fibers. This sturdiness and longevity has helped sisal area rugs remain successful and popular throughout the ages.

Commercial Carpet Tiles

Monday, December 28th, 2009

commcercial carpet tilesWe’ve discussed the pros, cons, and appropriate applications of commercial carpet. One other option when considering commercial style carpeting- an option that has skyrocketed in terms of popularity and availability- is carpet tile.

Carpet tiles are exactly what they sound like: smaller squares of carpeting, which are installed by laying them together, like tiles. This type of carpeting allows for creating patterns of infinite customization.

The biggest incentive to utilize carpet tile, rather than broadloom carpeting, is the ease of installation. The flooring can be installed quickly, and can be completed when offices are closed, to avoid business disruption. It can be installed section-by-section, meaning that less moving of furniture is required. And if one section of carpeting eventually gets stained or otherwise flawed, it’s a simple process of removing the affected carpet tiles, and replacing them with new ones- no cutting or measuring required.

Commercial Carpet

Monday, December 21st, 2009

Commercial carpet in a homeCommercial carpeting has evolved much over the years- from stiff, unfashionable, and function-oriented, commercial carpet now offers more options than ever before- different patterns and prints, different textures and construction types, and a plethora of different color variations.

Industrial and durable, commercial carpeting is an obvious choice for business applications; its tight, low, compacted construction is able to withstand high traffic and office activity better than any other carpeting option.

However, more homeowners are beginning to choose commercial style carpeting in their home, for a few reasons. Firstly, it�s an economical choice, almost always more affordable than other carpet options. Secondly, commercial carpet is one of the only carpeting options that is wheelchair friendly, because of its flat, low pile construction. One drawback of using commercial in your home, however, is comfort; because of its flatness and the use of thinner padding, it does not provide as much cushion underfoot as other carpet styles.