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Nylon carpet fibers are used for many carpets and offer advantages and disadvantages compared to other fibers. When choosing a carpet, it is important to thoroughly review your needs, traffic, and individual requirements so that you can get the most value out of your carpet. Nylon is widely used because of its durability and ability to stand up to traffic without being flattened or losing its shape while remaining available at a reasonable price. Nylon is a synthetic polymer (very large, repeating molecule) first produced at the DuPont chemical company and it is used for many applications. Polymer fibers are polymers that are strong in directions indicated by their molecular structure. From clothing to carpet, nylon offers many advantages that have made it one of the most commonly used polymers produced. The cost of nylon is reasonable in comparison to other carpet fibers, such as wool. On the other hand, it is more costly than olefin. Nylon is the choice of many carpet shoppers because it is better looking than olefin, but is still within a reasonable price range. It is also easy to maintain. Many people opt for this cost conscious option because it allows for a good balance of value. One concern that people have had about nylon carpet was that it has not retained its color well in the past. The reason for this was that nylon was fabricated first and then dyed with the desired color. Therefore, it could easily fade with exposure to the sun, foot traffic, or spills. If you choose to purchase nylon carpet, make sure that it is produced with new technology in which the fibers are dyed with advanced techniques allowing the dye to permeate the entire fiber so that color is not easily altered over time. Many carpets today are made with nylon since the development of technology making it stain resistant and causing it to hold color well. New nylon carpets combine the benefit of holding up well under foot traffic with long lasting color. It is important to maintain it properly so that it will look and feel new for a longer time. Nylon carpet can wear out earlier if it is not maintained according to manufacturer’s instructions. Any type of fiber will retain its shape and color better if abrasive dirt is not allowed to remain in the carpet, grinding against the fibers and doing damage. Further longevity of color and appearance can be achieved by using a stain treatment. |
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