Carpet Styles and Fibers

FloorOnLine represents the three largest carpet mills in the United States: Shaw Industries, Beaulieu of America, and Mohawk Industries full commercial and residential lines. These three mills all located in the carpet belt (Dalton, GA) represent roughly 80% of the carpet manufactured in the United States. Trade names you may be looking for include:

We also represent other smaller mills located in the South and South Western United States. Manufacturers and trade names are as follows:

We have access to the flooring manufacturers: Fabrica, Catalina,  Unique, as well as a assortment of imported European wools.

Carpet Pad:

We represent Carpenter, Foamex and Leget & Plattt. Our stock residential pad is a 6 lb. 7/16" rebond urethane pad. Our stock commercial pad is a 32 oz. jute pad. We also carry Monterey Pad which is hypoallergenic, has 2 moisture barriers, and a lifetime guarantee.  For any questions regarding pads,  please contact our sales staff or e-mail us at  info@flooronline.com.

Carpet Styles & Fibers:

Below you will find a brief overview of carpet styles and fibers to help you decide which one is right for you.

	SAXONY CARPET Smooth, soft cut-pile surface Versatile in performance &  appearance Works well with traditional rooms Used a lot in formal areas
	TEXTURED SAXONY CARPET Textured surface helps hide footprints Great casual appearance Extremely popular style Ideal for active families, used in any room
	VELVET CARPET Fine, tip sheared surface Elegant style, very formal Requires frequent vacuuming
	FRIEZE CARPET Textured surface, with nubby appearance Extremely durable, and long wearing Great for active rooms
	CUT AND LOOP CARPET Distinctive carved appearance Cut and loops give a variety of surface levels & pattern work Multi-colors helps hide stains, and traffic Can really spice up a room Fits a variety of room settings
	MULTI-LEVEL LOOP CARPET Several different levels of loops Creates a unique looking pattern effect Has a casual appearance Very durable, hides traffic well
	LEVEL LOOP CARPET Loops are all the same height Usually made with Olefin fiber Casual appearance, but extremely durable Great for active family rooms, or basements

CARPET FIBERS