Carpeting 101 From The Carpet Experts

Looking for a brief rundown of the different types of carpets and the benefits of professional installation? Let the experts at Hill Country Flooring & Construction help you pick the perfect flooring for you!

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With more flooring options than ever, you’re probably wondering if carpets are the right choice for you.


While hardwood and tile flooring are the perfect choice for some situations, there are also many times that carpet is the best option for your indoor flooring needs. But beware; poor carpet flooring installation can lead to lost time and lost money. 


You’ll rely on your carpeting for years to come, so why entrust your carpet installation to amateurs? Call the professionals at Hill Country Flooring & Construction to help you select and install the perfect option for you.



Different Types Of Carpets

Carpet Types Styles Pros Cons Uses
Loop Pile Level Loop Because the tips of the fabric aren't exposed, this carpeting doesn't wear out as quickly Can be difficult to conceal carpet seams Good for high-traffic, casual areas
Multi-level loop Tips of fabric aren’t exposed so it doesn’t wear out as quickly, also the multi-level loops help hide wear much better Can be difficult to conceal carpet seams Good for high-traffic, casual areas
Cut Pile Velvet Plush Soft feel with a smooth, level surface Not as durable as other styles, dirt and footprints more visible Best for low-traffic, formal areas
Saxony Dense and smooth surface. Dense carpeting hides footprints and wear decently well Wears down faster than loop-style carpet Good for moderately trafficked, moderately formal areas
Frieze Textured and highly twisted tufts make this type of carpets very durable, hides footprints well Twisted tufts make it less smooth and plush-feeling Good for high traffic, informal areas
Cut Loop Cut-loop Hides wear and dirt very well thanks to tufts with alternating heights Its uneven surface makes it less smooth Good for informal, high traffic areas

Benefits Of Carpeting

With more flooring options than ever, you’re probably wondering if carpets are the right choice for you.


While hardwood and tile flooring are the perfect choice for some situations, there are also many times that carpet is the best option for your indoor flooring needs. But beware; poor carpet flooring installation can lead to lost time and lost money. 


You’ll rely on your carpeting for years to come, so why entrust your carpet installation to amateurs? Call the professionals at Hill Country Flooring & Construction to help you select and install the perfect option for you.



Different Types Of Carpets

Carpet Types Styles Pros Cons Uses
Loop Pile Level Loop Because the tips of the fabric aren't exposed, this carpeting doesn't wear out as quickly Can be difficult to conceal carpet seams Good for high-traffic, casual areas
Multi-level loop Tips of fabric aren’t exposed so it doesn’t wear out as quickly, also the multi-level loops help hide wear much better Can be difficult to conceal carpet seams Good for high-traffic, casual areas
Cut Pile Velvet Plush Soft feel with a smooth, level surface Not as durable as other styles, dirt and footprints more visible Best for low-traffic, formal areas
Saxony Dense and smooth surface. Dense carpeting hides footprints and wear decently well Wears down faster than loop-style carpet Good for moderately trafficked, moderately formal areas
Frieze Textured and highly twisted tufts make this type of carpets very durable, hides footprints well Twisted tufts make it less smooth and plush-feeling Good for high traffic, informal areas
Cut Loop Cut-loop Hides wear and dirt very well thanks to tufts with alternating heights Its uneven surface makes it less smooth Good for informal, high traffic areas

Benefits Of Carpeting

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 • Style - Carpets help set the entire tone and feel of a room. The right carpet is crucial to achieving the ambiance you want for a room for years to come. So why not get it right the first time?


 • Sustainability - High-quality luxury carpeting can help decrease your building’s environmental impact by utilizing environmentally-friendly production practices.


 • Indoor Air Quality - High-quality luxury carpeting can help decrease your building’s environmental impact by utilizing environmentally-friendly production practices. Not only does carpeting help to trap these VOCs, but it traps allergens and fiber particles as well! This helps mitigate health problems associated with poor air quality, including inflammation to the eyes, nose, and throat.


 • Reduced Noise Levels - Wall-to-wall carpeting substantially improves room acoustics. Because it decreases noise pollution, it helps reduce distractions at work, especially in open floor plans.


• Room Temperature - Carpets help to insulate a room and don't draw warmth from the feet nearly as quickly as hardwood floors. This means more comfortable floors and warmer homes in the cooler winter months.


• Safety - Unlike hardwood floors, carpeting never becomes dangerously slippery and it allows for a smoother landing surface in the event of a fall. This is especially important if children or senior citizens are present.

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 • Style - Carpets help set the entire tone and feel of a room. The right carpet is crucial to achieving the ambiance you want for a room for years to come. So why not get it right the first time?


 • Sustainability - High-quality luxury carpeting can help decrease your building’s environmental impact by utilizing environmentally-friendly production practices.


 • Indoor Air Quality - High-quality luxury carpeting can help decrease your building’s environmental impact by utilizing environmentally-friendly production practices. Not only does carpeting help to trap these VOCs, but it traps allergens and fiber particles as well! This helps mitigate health problems associated with poor air quality, including inflammation to the eyes, nose, and throat.


 • Reduced Noise Levels - Wall-to-wall carpeting substantially improves room acoustics. Because it decreases noise pollution, it helps reduce distractions at work, especially in open floor plans.

• Room Temperature - Carpets help to insulate a room and don't draw warmth from the feet nearly as quickly as hardwood floors. This means more comfortable floors and warmer homes in the cooler winter months.


• Safety - Unlike hardwood floors, carpeting never becomes dangerously slippery and it allows for a smoother landing surface in the event of a fall. This is especially important if children or senior citizens are present.

Benefits Of Professional Carpet Flooring Installation


Don’t let the carpet installation cost deter you from entrusting this task to professionals. This is an important investment that will be there all day, everyday. 


Some other reasons for professional carpet installation services include:


• Time: Carpet installation takes a lot of time even when being performed by professionals. Amateurs can spend days and even weeks on the whole process, which is definitely not how you want to spend your weekends.


• Quality: One of the first things your guests will notice is your carpets. Do you really want a DIY job to reflect poorly on your home’s quality?

• Longevity: Professionally installed luxury carpeting will hold up far longer than amateur work.



Hill Country Flooring & Construction: Your #1 Carpet Store


Hill Country Flooring & Construction is the flooring expert in Austin, and we’re here to help you find and install your dream carpet.


Drop by the best local carpet store to learn more about our carpet installation prices and have one of our experts help you pick out the perfect flooring solution for you! 


CALL US TODAY

Benefits Of Professional Carpet Flooring Installation


Don’t let the carpet installation cost deter you from entrusting this task to professionals. This is an important investment that will be there all day, everyday. 


Some other reasons for professional carpet installation services include:


• Time: Carpet installation takes a lot of time even when being performed by professionals. Amateurs can spend days and even weeks on the whole process, which is definitely not how you want to spend your weekends.


• Quality: One of the first things your guests will notice is your carpets. Do you really want a DIY job to reflect poorly on your home’s quality?

• Longevity: Professionally installed luxury carpeting will hold up far longer than amateur work.



Hill Country Flooring & Construction: Your #1 Carpet Store


Hill Country Flooring & Construction is the flooring expert in Austin, and we’re here to help you find and install your dream carpet.


Drop by the best local carpet store to learn more about our carpet installation prices and have one of our experts help you pick out the perfect flooring solution for you! 


CALL US TODAY

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01

Free Designer Services

We offer up to five free hours with a licensed designer. The only requirement is the project has to be three or more rooms.

02

Guaranteed Work

We provide a long-term guarantee for all our work and offer free repair in case of damage.

03

Free Flooring Estimates

It’s very important that your room is measured accurately to ensure that it can be fitted quickly, easily and on budget.

04

Current Board Member with National Kitchen and Bath

NКBA is a non-profit trade group that promotes professionalism in the kitchen and bath industry.

01

Free Designer Services

We offer up to five free hours with a licensed designer. The only requirement is the project has to be three or more rooms.

02

Guaranteed Work

We provide a long-term guarantee for all our work and offer free repair in case of damage.

03

Free Flooring Estimates

It’s very important that your room is measured accurately to ensure that it can be fitted quickly, easily and on budget.

04

Current Board Member with National Kitchen and Bath

NКBA is a non-profit trade group that promotes professionalism in the kitchen and bath industry.

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