Nylon is the most common of all carpet fibers, and its high durability makes it a popular choice for areas of the home that receive high foot traffic. Resistant to most dirt, this fiber is also known for its ease of maintenance.
- Durable, resilient
- Abrasion-resistant
- Versatile in coloration possibilities
- Must be treated to be stain- and soil-resistant
- First used in carpet in 1959
- Commonly used in residential and commercial applications
- Accounts for 65% of all face fibers in carpet
This is an excellent fiber choice for the budget-conscious. Polyester shares many of nylon's wear-resistant properties, but lacks the same degree of durability.
- Color clarity
- Colorfastness
- Resistant to water-soluble stains
- Noted for luxurious "hand"
- ffered primarily as a staple product, although some BCF is being produced
- 00% of Mohawk's Staple Polyester is manufactured from recycled plastic bottles
A completely new form of carpeting where fibers are extruded from a new generation of polymer, giving the carpet exceptional durability along with built-in stain-resistance, color clarity, colorfastness, a luxurious softness and ease of maintenance.
- Permanent, built-in stain protection
- Wear-resistant
- Ease of maintenance
- Luxurious softness
- Quick-drying
- Currently used in residential applications and as BCF
This fiber was first used in carpets designed for the outdoors and in spaces with high levels of moisture and humidity. Color-fastness, resilience and piling are important benefits of this fiber. Polypropylene fiber is also recognized for a luxurious appearance and outstanding softness.
- Resists fading
- Inherently stain-resistant
- Limited color selection
- Generates low levels of static electricity
- Chemical-, moisture- and stain-resistant
- Favorably priced
- Offered primarily as BCF with some staple product available
