At Roy Morgan we offer a range of carpets to suit all situations. Whether you need a hardwearing and durable carpet to cover those heavy usage areas such as halls and stairs, water resistant carpets for kitchen and bathroom, or deep pile carpets to add a touch of luxury to sitting rooms or bedrooms, we can advise and fit the right carpet for you.
Choosing the right carpet is an essential part of styling your home and is the starting point for any interior design. Colour, texture, weave and feel all have an integral part in creating the atmosphere of the room, dictating how the space will operate.
When choosing a carpet it is important to remember that the carpet’s performance depends on three factors. The raw materials used to make the carpet; the amount of material used and the quality of the manufacturing process.
The two categories of fibre are natural and manmade. The most commonly used natural fabric is wool, either 100% or frequently blended with nylon or other manmade fibres. The advantage of wool in carpets is that it is resilient, warm, comfortable and fire resistant. The key to choosing the right wool carpet is to get the right pile density for your situation; at Roy Morgan Carpets we are happy to advise you.
New Zealand and Britain are the main sources of wool; New Zealand wool is long and lustrous and is selected for clear pale shades. British wool tends to be shorter and is used mainly in mid colour or patterned carpets. The mot popular wool rich blend is 80% wool and 20% nylon; however polypropylene mixes are often used to keep prices competitive.
The natural look, which first appeared some years ago as Berber has been refined and now appears with a much smoother yarn. Available in level loop or high/low loops giving a textured appearance and also with different coloured yarns to create a washed background. Mainly made in 100% wool, Berbers provide a softer alternative to Coir, Seagrass and Sisal.
Manmade fibres have been engineered to provide specific performance and aesthetic characteristics in the carpets produced. These fibres include polypropylene, which is used for ease of cleaning, water resistency and lower cost. Polyester is often used from reclaimed raw materials and can be found in thicker pile carpets, such as saxonies due to its inherent bulking properties and dying capabilities.
Manmade carpet fibres have improved greatly since they were introduced in the 1950’s. Bathrooms, kitchens and utility areas can get real benefit from manmade fibres, due to the cleaning capabilities, with many carpets able to be washed with a weak solution of bleach.
For advice on choosing the right carpet for you, please contact Roy Morgan carpets or drop into our showroom and we will be delighted to discuss your requirements.