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The way color is perceived involves texture and the way light
plays off the surface. Depending on the texture, two different objects of the
same hue can appear to be different in color. Smooth , satiny surfaces reflect
light and make color appear lighter, brighter, and more intense. Uneven, nubby,
matte surfaces absorb light and make color appear darker and more subdued.
A carpet's surface not only affects the way color is
perceived, it also affects the illusion of space and creates an atmosphere that
reflects our tastes, interests, and lifestyle. Carpet with an uneven surface
create a vibrant and stimulating effect while carpet with a smooth, velvety
surface reflects elegance and luxury.
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| This type of carpet consists of loops of equal height
throughout. This is the preferred construction for the Berber style
with its random flecks of color. This creates a tight surface that keeps
soil at the surface, making carpet care and cleaning easy. Looped
construction offers exceptional durability and a unique look with a slightly
rougher feel. |
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Cut pile loops are cut leaving individual yarn tufts. This
remains one of today's most popular constructions. Durability is achieved by
the type of fiber, density of tufts, and the amount of twists in the yarn. |
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| This rich, luxurious surface is styled for any room with
little traffic such as a formal living or dining room. Velvets are very
smooth, elegant textures and tend to show most footprints, vacuum marks, and
traffic. |
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Saxony is another popular style of carpet today. It offers a
solid color surface like velvet but with a rougher finish that helps
minimize marks and footprints. This is great for a less formal room such as
a family room or den. |
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| Tough enough for any room with all the features of
Saxony.
This carpet's sculpted design won't show dirt or footprints easily. |
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Frieze is a smart choice for any high traffic areas--family
rooms, foyers, or bedrooms. They are less likely to show vacuum marks or
footprints. The short, tight twist carpet makes a frieze carpet the best
wearing non-loop carpet. |
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