Know the Benefits of Textured Saxony Carpet

Saxony carpet has been around for a very long time, and is probably the picture that comes to mind when most people think of carpet.  Saxony is a cut-pile type of carpet with vertical fibers cut evenly across the top.  Saxony is typically taller with longer fibers than a loop pile like Berber, although is not as long and luxurious as Frieze carpet.

Straight Saxony For a Velvety Feel

Straight Saxony is also called velvet Saxony due to the smooth feel this style provides.  This type of carpet fiber has a luxurious feel but will show foot traffic as the fibers are swept from one direction to another.  Some people don’t mind this, as the soft and luxurious feel of the Saxony provides enough of a benefit.

Textured Saxony Carpet

Textured Saxony is also referred to as trackless, due to the difference in fibers that are twisted so that they reflect light differently when brushed and are less likely to show the foot traffic of a straight Saxony carpet type.  Textured Saxony carpets are a very popular choice in busy households, as the ability to mask the constant footprints in between vacuums leaves your carpet looking soft and plush.  

This is a huge benefit of the textured style, along with several other benefits of Saxony carpet realized with both straight and textured styles of Saxony carpet.   Both straight and textured Saxony provide appealing aesthetics in any room where softness is desired.  

Benefits of Saxony Carpet

Saxony carpet is comfortable in both casual or formal rooms with variations of density providing consumers with a choice of selecting either low or high density.  The higher density is beneficial in high traffic areas such as busy rooms and hallways.  Where softness is desired such as bedrooms or dens, a more pliable texture with lower density might feel more pleasing

With Saxony carpet you have a uniform height and color that provides a basic backdrop to accent any room with furniture and décor to your style.  Saxony will generally go with anything, allowing you to let your style show through without dominating patterns or busy colors.

Consumers are in control of the cost with Saxony carpet, as the lesser dense variations are typically less expensive.  When used in commercial settings, consumers should consider the higher density even if the cost is higher to provide the quality and durability desired.

Installing new carpet is an investment into your home or office, and receiving the quality and durability you deserve is key to realizing the desired return on your investment.  You don’t want to compromise on the quality of carpet with the lowest price, only to replace it years sooner than expected.

Enjoy long lasting durability with textured Saxony carpet, available in various materials including polyester, wool and nylon.   How long your carpet lasts is dependent upon the type of carpet fiber, the density and twist.  Start with quality fibers and materials from a carpet and flooring company you can trust, for the best value and return on your investment.  

Great Western Flooring Company has been pleasing customers for more than 35 years with high quality flooring products and professional installation.  Stop by one of our conveniently located design centers in Naperville, Oswego and St. Charles or schedule an in-home appointment with an experienced design consultant.   

Tuftex Casablanca Carpeting for Classic Elegance

Tuftex Casablanca is a Shaw carpet product, coming from a top name manufacturer in the carpeting industry.  This luxurious carpeting is made of Nylon for long lasting durability, and comes with Stainmaster treatment to provide years of maintenance free beautiful carpeting.  

The Casablanca design is classic and elegant, perfect for large dining areas or large commercial floor space.  The ornate but simple design of interlocking square chains provides a pleasing floor design that comes in many shades and hues.  Available in several colors including cream, ivory, golden, indigo, stone washed, black, blue, rose and shades of tan, you are sure to find the perfect shade and color for your room.   

Shaw Carpet for Best Value

Shaw is recognized as a leader in carpet and flooring manufacturing, with high quality products that look fantastic and last for many years.  With innovative technologies for stain and wear resistant products, Shaw carpet and flooring provides high quality at an affordable price.  

Tuftex Casablanca receives a score of 4.5 on the Hexapod, which is a test that evaluates the carpet’s ability to retain appearance after subjected to simulated foot traffic.  The Hexapod is an internationally recognized procedure used in the carpeting industry.  The testing method consists of a rotating circular drum, with carpeting placed on the inside, along with a steel ball with pods that replicate footsteps landing on the carpet.  

Tuftex maintains the same high-quality standards as Shaw, producing consistent quality and reliable brand products.  Tuftex is committed to quality and three main core values that they strive to maintain during the course of business: Reliable, Stylish and Sophisticated, and Caring.  Tuftex succeeds in carrying on Shaw’s high-quality standards, with long lasting quality carpeting all made in the USA.  

Great Western Flooring is a proud distributor of Shaw carpeting, including the Tuftex line, both recognized as leaders in the carpeting industry.  Contact us today or stop by one of our conveniently located design centers to see how we can help you with your new carpet installation.  

Modern Shag Carpets are Classy and Sophisticated

When you hear of Shag carpets, you may think of the of long shaggy carpets of the late 1970’s in greens and golds with multicolored textures.  Shag carpets have come a long way since then, with modern shag carpeting offering luxurious softness with a look of sophistication.  

Shag carpeting is constructed with dense cable yarn making it extremely soft, which is desirable in upscale bedrooms for example, although the soft feel of shag creates a cozy warm feeling in any room.   The typical shag carpet is usually at least a one inch pile, so that the yarns lay randomly when exposed to foot traffic.  

A shorter shag is a cut-pile plush usually a half an inch to three-quarters of an inch, with a little more density.  This is a shorter pile but gives a similar luxurious feel to the shag carpet, with the fibers still falling randomly with foot traffic.  

Quality Shag Carpet Manufacturers

Shag carpet can come in any color imaginable, and when purchased from a reputable manufacturer you can rest assured that your carpet will provide the comfort and softness you desire for many years.  

Quality carpet fibers are necessary for a quality carpet, and Great Western Flooring offers only the best in quality carpets and flooring.  Great Western Flooring has been installing quality carpets, flooring and countertops to commercial and residential customers in the Chicagoland area for over 35 years.

Our carpet and flooring products are the highest in quality, installed by trained carpet professionals with state-of-the-art equipment.  We can assist you in determining the best carpet for your room or project, based on the environment and your specifications, providing long lasting comfort at an affordable cost.  

Stop by one of our showrooms and see how we can help you add quality flooring to your space, improving your comfort and adding value to your home.  Contact us today to speak with one of our knowledgeable carpet and flooring experts for a FREE consultation.