If you have a carpet with a very thick pile plan on buying a chair mat that is thicker than this.
Dense nap carpet better.
Think of a heavily wooded forest.
Just as a lawn is more luxuriant if the grasses are thick underfoot a carpet with higher pile density will feel plusher and will hold up better with wear.
However all other things being equal the higher the carpet density the more durable the carpet will be and the more pleasing it will be underfoot.
Your options are a tough call but b is definitely the better carpet.
Carpet density is basically a combination of height and thickness.
Selecting the right carpet pile density.
These shorter pile rugs tend to hold up better than carpets with a longer pile.
Every cut pile carpet features twisted yarn to provide texture and protection against wear.
The same goes for carpet.
Together they are key factors in your carpet s look and feel and they also influence its resilience and durability.
Low pile carpets usually have a tighter weave a more dense quality and a smoother surface.
Sorry for that bad experience that carpet looks okay but the face weight and density aren t great and on top of that nylon is a little better for overall durability in my opinion.
Pile density is a mathematical calculation based on fiber face weight and pile height.
Because the yarn tips aren t exposed these carpets tend to wear better and work well in high traffic areas such as hallways and family rooms.
If what you re looking for in a carpet is a plush rich fabric.
Frieze is one type with particularly long strands.
You want a carpet with the tufts packed tightly together.
Low pile carpets need a mat of this thickness or more.
High end mats measure around 0 20 inch thick.
Soft to the touch and subdued in appearance texture carpet is a popular choice for family rooms and bedrooms.
Standard mats are around 0 125 inch thick.
Compare carpets with pros get estimates level loop pile.
Indoor carpet has three main types of carpet constructions from which to choose based on your needs and style.
Then yes thick carpet may be the better choice for your home.
The more closely packed together the trees are the more dense the forest is.
It is the most long lasting and often chosen for commercial areas.
Usually more twists means better durability.
Thick berber rugs are fine for high traffic areas but the tightly spaced loops of thick yarn tend to trap dirt and can be difficult to keep clean says grable.
Medium pile carpets work best with chair mats around 0 19 inch thick.
Density which is more yarn per square inch will provide a much longer durability.
But thick carpet is not the best alternative if you re looking for a more dense and durable carpet.