Choosing rubber-based carpet

Floor covering is one of the main components of the interior. Therefore, after the completion of repairs in the house, the choice of scenery for the floor becomes an important issue. In order to create a comfortable design and a cozy warm atmosphere in the rooms, it is necessary to select not only beautiful, but also practical coating from high-quality materials. All of the above requirements are met by a modern rubber-based carpet.

Features and benefits

This carpet is a fixed version of the carpet with good sound absorption and heat preservation. In addition, the product is easy to maintain and is characterized by durability: the minimum lifetime of carpet on rubber is 15 years.This covering has the basis consisting of pile and the fixing layer and well is suitable for an interior of any rooms.

Especially beautifully the product looks in hallways. It is easy to lay and dismantle. Carpet is sold in rolls, and its chic selection of colors, allows you to lay the floor, both in houses, apartments, and offices.

For rooms where there are frequent and significant loads on the floor, it is recommended to lay the carpet with a rubber base or rubberized substrate. This coating is made using needle-piercing technology, so it is distinguished by its unique elasticity, durability, keeps its shape well and is easy to clean.

The rubber backing of the carpet protects it from water penetration and acts as an excellent sound, noise, and heat insulation. As for the surface of the coating, it is elastic and soft, therefore it guarantees comfort when walking.

It should be noted that this type of product can also be installed on open surfaces, outdoors.

The main advantages of carpet on rubber include:

  • Resistance to temperature extremes and moisture. Unlike expensive parquet, it will not swell. Due to the unique composition, the product does not change its characteristics in the heat or cold.
  • High wear resistance. Thanks to the latex and special structures of the pile, the carpet will always remain elastic.
  • Easy installation. It is easy to work with such a coating, but due to a comfortable and soft surface, even a professional will not be able to lay it on their own.

As with any other carpet product, the carpet also has minor flaws, namely:

  • The presence of synthetic fibers. In the rubberized products mainly use artificial pile, so it can cause allergic reactions.
  • Lack of pile on the basis of wool. Natural fibers can not be combined with latex, which is part of the coating.

Kinds

Today, there are many types of carpet, they all differ in pile, color and purpose. According to the composition that forms the basis of the fibers, there are natural and artificial products. It should be immediately noted that the rubber-based coatings are made exclusively from synthetic materials.

Artificial carpet is made by special chemical processing, so it can withstand heavy loads, is not erased during operation, is not afraid of moths.

Typically, such a synthetic coating consists of polyacrylic, nylon, polyester and polypropylene. Nylon is considered the most durable and high-quality material, it is it that provides softness to the carpet, thanks to which the products retain their original appearance when used. In addition, nylon flooring does not fade in the sun.

The main advantages of synthetic products include: strength, resistance to the action of fungi and bacteria, the elasticity of the pile.

As for the negative aspects, such coatings attract dust, quickly become dirty and salted.

If ink, wine or paint stains appeared on the carpet, it is difficult to clean them.

According to the type of production, these types of carpet are distinguished:

  • tufted
  • woven;
  • wicker;
  • needle punched

Woven

A woven product based on rubber is mainly laid in billiard halls, offices, hotels, and the floor looks good in home interiors. Externally, no different from the usual carpet.Since the production technology of such a carpet is complicated, its cost is high. This is justified: it has a flawless appearance and reliably serves for many years. Fibers in such a product can be both artificial and natural.

Pile is most often laid in one level, models with multi-level coating can occur.

The structure of fabric carpet is different, ranging from soft, twisted, and ending with hard, combined. If you carefully consider a piece of such a product, then on its cut you can see three layers: synthetic or natural fiber, a fixing latex coating, and a rubber base. The substrate in the product is responsible for the insulation, prevents deformation and simplifies maintenance.

Tufted

Tufted carpet is made from a unique material - tufting. During its production, modern technology is used, thanks to which a base is introduced into the primary layer using a needle, the subsequent layers of the product and the exterior finish are formed in the same way.

Such coverage is represented in a wide choice of design. As a rule, the outer side of the carpet consists of white felt, which provides sound and heat insulation, as well as gives comfort to the product.Also on the carpet backing can impose AV-mesh, it helps to maintain the original shape and size of the product, does not allow deformation on the surface.

As for the length of the pile, in such models it can be different, depending on the method of production and the length of the loops that are selected on the machines. The best option is to cover with a dense pile. The main advantage of such products is their diversity, also affordable price.

It is worth noting that, although the production technology of this method and low-cost, such a carpet is not inferior to other quality carpets and received a lot of positive feedback.

Needle punched

The needle-punched coating model is a textile material obtained by the modern method of needle-punching. For such production, special equipment is used, thanks to which the fibers of the raw material are entangled with needles, interwoven, and then with the help of additional equipment the final appearance of the product is formed. With this method of manufacturing design possibility is limited.

The underside of the carpet is complemented by a rubber base that prevents slipping, and a decorative layer is reinforced to the outer surface of the coating.

This carpet has a little pile, it is its main difference and advantage from other models. The dense structure of the surface protects the coating from contamination and prevents the penetration of dirt and liquid into the depths, so it is easy to clean the product from various stains during operation. For the care of the carpet is enough to use a simple wet cleaning. As for the rubberized or rubber base, it guarantees protection against traces of furniture and deformation during operation.

Recently, polyamide products have also been on sale, their pile length is not more than 3 mm. They are inexpensive, well retain heat, durable and beautiful. This carpet is produced using electrostatic technology, in which the villi are built and firmly fixed. This flooring is great for rooms with high humidity, as it is not afraid of water.

The only drawback in the product is its difficult cleaning, so it is best to choose models in dark shades.

How to choose

Before you decide on the purchase of carpet, you must carefully weigh all its advantages and disadvantages, as well as take into account the place of the flooring.Regardless of where the coating will be used - in the office, in the house or on the street, carpet, rubber-based will be the right choice. For laying the pavement outside, for example, on the porch of the house, the carpet in the colors in harmony with the general appearance of the building is well suited. Look good also models in black or blue.

If the carpet is planned to be laid indoors, then you need to select its colors, guided not only by the interior decoration of the walls, but also by the color of the furniture and decoration items.

It is also necessary to take into account that in the presence of small children and animals in the house, it is impractical to use the coating in a light background. For children's rooms, it is best to buy carpet with cheerful drawings and ornaments in a bright range.

For passers-by and corridors in the house, the right choice would be a woven or tufted rubber-based coating. Woven carpet is characterized by a beautiful appearance and is practically no different from ordinary carpets, and tufted products allow you to create an original design indoors, as their surface is presented in an elegant selection of colors and patterns.

Choosing carpet in offices and offices, it is necessary to take into account not only their appearance, but also their performance characteristics. Therefore, in this case, it is recommended to acquire needle-punched or tufted coatings. Their pile is resistant to mechanical damage, does not erase, does not lose color over time and is amenable to simple cleaning.

As for the color, in this case, it is desirable to choose shades for the overall style of the building, to avoid a contrasting palette.

You will learn more about how to choose rubber-based carpet from the following video.

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