Before making a major purchase, you want to research the product as best you can to make sure you are getting a good deal and that the item is the right model, fit and style for you. This applies to cars, electronics, furniture and even carpet. Carpet can be very costly and it is in some ways the foundation of your home’s décor, therefore you want to make sure you are buying the carpet that is right for you.

Kenosha Carpet Cleaning Blog is here to help you with your carpet research as we are providing all the facts you need to know about the fibers used for homes and residential purposes, including olefin, polyester, triexta and wool.

There is a chance you have never heard of olefin or triexta carpet before, but you have almost certainly heard of wool. Wool is a versatile fiber used for clothing, blankets and a myriad of purposes, but how does it hold up as a viable carpet choice for your home?

Is wool carpet durable?

Yes and no. Wool carpet is extremely crush- and abrasion-resistant thanks to its natural elasticity. Wool fiber can actually stretch 30% longer than its original length and return entirely to form, so when it is being stepped on constantly or has heavier furniture sitting on it, it will bounce back.

Wool carpet is also naturally flame resistant and self-extinguishes. Hopefully you don’t have many fires on your floor, but in the event it did happen, your wool carpet would withstand it fairly well.

Where wool isn’t as durable is in its resistance to fading, particularly to light. You will not want to install wool anywhere in your home that is subjected to constant, intense sunlight. With this in mind, it’s probably better for wool to remain in bedrooms or even lower areas of your home, if possible.

Is wool carpet easy to clean?

Wool carpet is easy to clean, depending on the stain. It is very resilient to dirt and soil and other particles that remain on its surface thanks to its scaled-surface that prevents solid contaminants from reaching the pad. This means the particles can be swept or vacuumed away relatively easily.

However, wool is not extremely stain-resistant in terms of liquids like juices, sodas, coffee, etc. Therefore, you will want to be careful should you install it in a dining room or living room.

Is wool carpet right for you?

Wool is a very traditional fiber and is perhaps the most luxurious on the market. It is the perfect fiber for dyeing which means that wool carpets are some of the brightest and colorful you will see in a home. It is also the softest carpet on the market.

As you might have guessed, because wool is considered the most beautiful, luxurious and softest carpet, it is often the most expensive carpet. If budget or cost is a concern of yours, you might want to consider an alternative such as triexta or polyester.

Should you decide to purchase wool carpet for your home, you will want to be sure to hire professional carpet cleaners in Kenosha certified in cleaning wool carpet.

Nature’s Way Chem-Dry in Burlington cleans every type of carpet fiber and are certified wool cleaners. Their process is extremely gentle, yet strong and effective and has seen phenomenal results throughout Racine, Green Lake, Marquette and surrounding WI cities.