What is Sorona carpet?
Sorona is the trade name of Triexta fiber used in flooring products. Mohawk, who is the manufacturer of the SmartStrand brand is the only company that produces Triexta/Sorona carpeting. This carpet competes well with nylon in most aspects, except nylon is made of non-renewable resources, although nylon can be recycled.
What is the best carpet thickness?
A general rule of thumb for most residential carpet applications is to choose cushion no more than 7/16 inch thick and no less than 1/4 inch with 6 pounds per cubic feet density. If the carpet is a berber or a low profile carpet, choose a cushion no more than 3/8 inch thick with 8 pounds density.
Is 42 oz carpet good?
Most carpets have a face-weight somewhere between 20 ounces and 100 ounces, but the average face-weight for a residential carpet is about 35 to 60 ounces. A higher face-weight does not automatically mean the carpet is a better grade; is a higher quality; is more durable; or is more costly.
What is Sorona fabric?
Sorona® fiber is a comfort stretch knitwear and woven material with soft, flexible, and stain resistant properties. It’s spandex-FREE, yet provides exceptional stretch and recovery even after repeated stretches and washes.
What is SmartStrand silk carpet made of?
SmartStrand is made from an artificial fiber, triexta, which is a PTT polymer also known as DuPont Sorona. The fiber dates back to 2009 and is from the company that brought us nylon, a fiber found in carpets throughout the country (not to mention clothing).
Can carpet be too thick?
You don’t want anything too thick or thin as it can compromise the quality and longevity of your carpet. A good median for plush carpet is 7/16″.
Is 48 oz carpet good?
Carpet density is measured in ounces per square yard, ranging from 24 oz to 72 oz (or 3kg to 9kg). Depending on your budget and the requirements of your carpet, we suggest that you aim for a density between 28 and 48 ounces. Denser carpets are less likely to show signs of tracking.
What is a good oz for carpet?
You want at least a 35 ounce face weight carpet for maximum durability. Depending on other features of your carpet, a lower or higher face weight may be required. Factors that may affect the minimum face weight needed are how often the room is used, the carpet’s twist level, and the carpet’s density.