How to Pick the Best Carpet for High Traffic Areas

[@odysseybruin]

Thank you. I just chose the last type of Mohalk carpet. Polyester but loop and cut pile mix. The cost was about $37 per yard or $3 per sq ft with 8 lb density rebond pad, including all installation/removal labor and furniture moving here in Southern California.

[@WillS-pl8wg]

This was great.Personally still love walking on carpet in comfort zones of my home.Very informative,thanks!!

[@linseybanford4950]

Thank you! After only a few months living in our brand new home and the polyester carpet is already matted down in doorways. Ugh. Should have watched your video to know to upgrade!! Next time!

[@bobbyfox3013]

Thank you for the insight on different types of carpets, I had no idea that there are many different types!!

[@beckyhuntersteenblik512]

I beg to differ on the Berber. I had that and the loops lay flat in the high traffic areas. It made those areas always look dirty even when they were cleaned.

[@pennyw201]

Not me, I found Berber really holds up. We bought a house with Berber in it and it was fine when we moved 14 years later

[@Cathy-e1s]

That is polyester Berber. Nylon Berber can take a beating. And it costs twice as much.

[@peppie0521]

The best alternative to high price nylon is a short pile, heavy weight, high twist, continuous filament, stain master. Just make sure your carpet cleaner uses a gentle neutral pH cleaner or your stain guard will wind up on on your lawn.

[@TheHuenerkeule]

Which is the most hygienic? Any suitable for allergic people? All countries health organisations advise against carpets except UK, there must be a high tech carpet here…

[@nicolereadstarot]

I need carpet that will stand up to twin 3 yr olds, a messy preteen and a baby 😅 We purchased a house with the horrible looped carpet and my dog keeps getting her nails stuck on it and its a pain in the ass to actually vacuum. The loop also pulls if there is a broken look and it stains so bad.

[@Cathy-e1s]

Yes; this didn't mention that if you have pets, you will need to get cut pile and replace it fairly soon. Pets and kids and carpets do not go well together!! You would do far better to get cheap throw rugs and plan to replace them on a regular basis.

[@tomboys1319]

For your “exception” carpet at the end. What type of vacuum would you recommend?

[@s6za755]

Thank you

[@K9SARHeather]

Consider this a consumer warning. Mohawk carpet warranty is meaningless. If you have windows in your house, the sunlight voids the warranty. Yes even in the Pacific Northwest where sunlight is elusive, it can fade your new carpet in less than a few years. The company claims the 20+ year fade resistance doesn't cover any sunlight. There are exclusions for high traffic areas as well. Read it in detail.

[@jeffclark71]

Good info thank you

[@gailpro50]

What style and color is this carpet?

[@ManuelSoberanes]

Wish you talked about cost difference

[@WorthlessDeadEnd]

When you visit your local carpet store and find a sample you like, they will look it up on the computer and tell you how much it costs per square foot.

[@ixibladeixi2639]

Solution dyed polyester is better than most nylon. Nylon is the thing in the past.

[@TheHk1966]

Wool anyone?

[@pennyw201]

Wool is high end but costly

[@Starborn63]

OR JUST TILE