A carpet is a form of carpeting having a top layer of the pile linked to a backing. The pile comprises heat-treated wool or twisted or woven fibers such as nylon, polyester, or polypropylene. It comes in different textures, styles, and colors and is both resilient and easy to maintain. It also has insulating properties for both heat and sound. Below are the four reasons carpet flooring is a number one preferred choice.
1. Carpet Provides Sound Reduction
The laminate or wood flooring may make a loud noise if you live in a big joint family. Carpet flooring helps minimize the noise in three ways: absorbing the impact of foot movement, absorbing room noises, and echoes, and finally, preventing sound from traveling across floors.
2. Carpet Offers Warmth & Insulation
Carpets may function as heat insulators, making them an excellent choice for frigid bedrooms or harsh workspaces. The combination of carpet and under-padding functions act as an additional layer of insulation in your home, and depending on the weight and grade of your carpet, it can even increase your home’s R-value.
3. Carpet Improves Indoor Air Quality
One of the least volatile organic compound (VOC)-emitting flooring options is the new carpet. Carpet, unlike hard floors, functions as a passive air filter, catching dust, pollen, and particles and removing them from the breathing zone. Carpets have been shown in studies to relieve symptoms in patients with asthma and allergies.
4. Carpet Adds Comfort
Have you ever noticed how your body feels sore and achy after a time of standing or walking on ceramic tiles or concrete? They have no underfoot flexibility and hence cannot function as shock absorbers for your footsteps. On the other hand, carpet floorings are comfortable to walk, sit, and lie on. It absorbs shock because of its flexibility and softness.
If there is an underpad beneath the carpet, this impact is further enhanced. As a result, carpet is not only more comfortable to the touch, but it is also softer on the body when standing or walking for longer durations.
For further information on what kind of flooring would be the best for your renovated space, call Odessa Contractors TX at 432-300-6888. You may also contact us via our website for a free quote.