Berber and Plush Carpet Guide

• Vacuum 2–3 times a week (daily in high-traffic areas)
   
• Go slow and in different directions
   
• Use a vacuum with strong suction & rotating brush
   
• Empty the dust container often
   

💡 This removes dirt before it sinks deep into the fibers.

Never rub — always blot!

• 1 cup warm water
   
• 1 tablespoon dish soap
   
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar
   

1. Blot the stain with a dry towel
    
2. Apply the solution with a cloth
    
3. Blot again until the stain lifts
    
4. Rinse with clean water
    
5. Blot dry
    

• Sprinkle baking soda on dry carpet
   
• Leave for 30 minutes – overnight
   
• Vacuum thoroughly
   

✔️ Removes pet smells, food odors, and musty scent

 Berber carpet is a type of carpet known for its looped fibers, durability, and casual, textured look. It’s a popular choice for both homes and commercial spaces because it handles heavy foot traffic very well. 

• Looped construction: The fibers are looped (not cut), which makes the carpet strong and resistant to crushing.
   
• Very durable: Excellent for high-traffic areas like hallways, stairs, and family rooms.
   
• Stain-resistant options: Many modern Berber carpets are made with olefin or nylon, which resist stains and moisture.
   
• Speckled appearance: Often has mixed-color flecks that help hide dirt and wear.
   
• Lower cost: Usually more affordable than plush or cut-pile carpets.

• Extremely long-lasting
   
• Easy to maintain
   
• Great value for the price
   
• Hides dirt and footprints well
   

• Can snag if you have pets with sharp claws
   
• Not as soft and cozy as plush carpet
   
• Loops can be harder to repair if damaged

• Living rooms
   
• Basements
   
• Offices
   
• Stairs
   
• Rental properties

A plush carpet is a type of cut-pile carpet known for its smooth, soft, and velvety surface. All the carpet fibers are cut to the same height, creating a very clean, uniform, and elegant look.

It’s sometimes called velour carpet because of how soft and refined it feels underfoot.

• Super soft & comfortable – great for barefoot walking
   
• Flat, even surface – gives a luxury appearance
   
• Warm & cozy – excellent for bedrooms and living rooms
   
• Quiet – helps reduce sound
   
• Elegant style – commonly used in formal spaces
   

• Bedrooms
   
• Living rooms
   
• Guest rooms
   
• Offices with low foot traffic
   

• hows footprints & vacuum marks
   
• Can show shading and traffic patterns over time
   
• Not ideal for high-traffic areas like hallways or stairs (unless very high quality)
   

•     Plush         Very soft & smooth          Medium           Elegant & luxury 
•     Berber        Looped & textured          High                Casual & durable 
• 
  

Commercial carpet is carpet specifically made for business and public spaces where there is heavy daily foot traffic. Unlike soft residential carpets, commercial carpet is designed to be:

• Extra durable
   
• Stain resistant
   
• Easy to clean
   
• Long-lasting
•  You’ll find it in places like offices, hotels, schools, hospitals, airports, and retail stores. 

• Very strong fibers (often nylon or olefin)
   
• Low pile height (not fluffy)
   
• Resists wear, stains, and crushing
   
• Handles heavy foot traffic
   
• Often fire-rated & slip-resistant
   
• Professional, clean appearance
   

Carpet Tile (Modular Carpet)

• Square pieces instead of one large roll
   
• Easy to replace damaged sections
   
• Most popular for offices
   

✅ Low-Pile Broadloom

• Installed in large rolls
   
• Seamless look in hallways & ballrooms
   

✅ Indoor/Outdoor Commercial Carpet

• For entrances, patios, and high-moisture areas

• Offices & conference rooms
   
• Hotels & corridors
   
• Schools & universities
   
• Medical clinics & hospitals
   
• Stores & malls

Luxury PVC vinyl (often called LVP – Luxury Vinyl Plank or LVT – Luxury Vinyl Tile) is a high-end vinyl flooring designed to look like real wood, stone, or tile, but with the benefits of being:

• ✅ 100% waterproof
   
• ✅ Very durable
   
• ✅ Easy to maintain
   
• ✅ Comfortable underfoot
   
• ✅ More affordable than real hardwood or stone
   

“PVC” simply means it’s made from a strong, flexible plastic material that’s built to last.

• Multiple strong layers
   
• Realistic textures (you can feel the wood grain or stone texture)
   
• Thick wear layer for scratch protection
   
• High-definition printed design
   
• Stable core for strength

• Waterproof – perfect for kitchens, bathrooms & basements
   
• Scratch & dent resistant – great for pets and kids
   
• Warm & quiet underfoot
   
• Easy click-lock installation (most types)
   
• Low maintenance – just sweep & mop
   
• Doesn’t fade easily

• Living rooms
   
• Bedrooms
   
• Kitchens
   
• Bathrooms
   
• Basements
   
• Stores & offices (commercial-grade versions)

• Comes in large rolls
   
• Fewer seams → very waterproof
   
• Soft, comfortable underfoot
   
• Great for bathrooms, kitchens, basements
   
• Budget-friendly
   

• Looks like real hardwood
   
• Click-lock or glue-down
   
• Very popular for living rooms, condos, offices
   
• Durable and stylish
   

• Looks like ceramic or stone
   
• Individual tiles
   
• Modern, clean appearance
   
• Great for kitchens, washrooms, retail
   

• Extra strong core
   
• 100% waterproof
   
• Handles temperature change well
   
• Excellent for basements, commercial spaces, condos
   

• Built for high traffic
   
• Used in hospitals, schools, gyms, offices
   
• Extremely scratch and wear resistant

This is the top protective coating:

• 6–12 mil → Light home use
   
• 12–20 mil → Normal residential & light commercial
   
• 20–28 mil → Heavy commercial traffic
   

• 💧 Basement or Bathroom: Sheet vinyl or SPC rigid core
   
• 🏠 Living Room or Bedroom: LVP 5–6 mm with 12–20 mil wear layer
   
• 🏢 Store or Office: Commercial vinyl 6–8 mm with 20+ mil wear laye    

• Carpet is stretched over padding and secured with tack strips
   
• Soft, comfortable feel
   
• Best for homes and bedrooms
   

• Carpet is glued directly to the floor
   
• Very durable and stable
   
• Ideal for commercial and high-traffic areas
   

• Individual square tiles placed one by one
   
• Easy to replace damaged pieces
   
• Great for offices, basements, retail
   

• Padding is glued first, then carpet is glued on top
   
• Extra stability and comfort
   
• Used in heavy commercial spaces
   

• 🏠 Residential: Stretch-in
   
• 🏢 Commercial: Glue-down or Double stick
   
• 🔧 Easy maintenance: Carpet tiles

• Planks lock together without glue
   
• Fast, clean installation
   
• Easy to remove or replace
   
• Best for condos, bedrooms, living rooms
   

• Vinyl is glued directly to the subfloor
   
• Very strong and stable
   
• Ideal for high-traffic and commercial areas
   

• Heavy vinyl planks lay flat with minimal adhesive
   
• Quick to install and easy to remove
   
• Used for temporary spaces and retail shops
   

• Comes in large rolls and is fully glued
   
• Seamless and 100% waterproof
   
• Best for bathrooms, kitchens, laundry rooms
   

• 🏠 Homes & Condos: Click-lock vinyl
   
• 🏢 Stores & Offices: Glue-down vinyl
   
• 💧 Wet Areas: Sheet vinyl
   
• 🔁 Temporary Use: Loose-lay vinyl

A carpet runner for stairs is a long, narrow strip of carpet that runs down the center of the staircase, leaving the sides of each step exposed (usually showing wood or tile).

• Improves safety by reducing slipping
   
• Adds style & decoration without fully covering the stairs
   
• Reduces noise when walking up and down
   
• Protects the center of the step from wear
   
• Keeps the natural beauty of wood stairs visible
   

• Patterned runners: Traditional, decorative look
   
• Striped runners: Modern and stylish
   
• Solid color runners: Clean and minimal
   
• Wool runners: High-end, durable, and natural
   
• Synthetic runners (nylon, polyester): Budget-friendly and stain-resistant
   

• Installed with rods (decorative metal bars) or hidden fasteners
   
• Usually installed in Hollywood (cap & band) style for a tight, elegant fit
   

RunnerFull CarpetShows wood on the sidesCovers entire stairMore decorativeMore soundproofEasier to replaceMore padding & warmth  

• Homes with beautiful hardwood stairs
   
• When you want a luxury look without full coverage
   
• Medium-traffic staircases

Carpet binding is a finishing process where the raw edges of cut carpet are wrapped and sealed with a fabric or vinyl strip. It prevents fraying and turns leftover carpet into a clean, durable custom rug or runner.

• Stops edges from unraveling
   
• Improves appearance with a clean, finished look
   
• Extends carpet life
   
• Makes custom:
   
  • Area rugs
     
  • Hall runners
     
  • Stair runners
     
  • Door mats
     

• Most common and affordable
   
• Available in many colors
   
• Flat, neat edge finish
   

• Yarn is stitched around the edge
   
• Handmade, luxury look
   
• Often used on wool and high-end carpets
   

• Bold, decorative border
   
• Modern or custom designer style
   

• Stair runners
   
• Custom hallway runners
   
• Area rugs under furniture
   
• Leftover carpet pieces
   
• Commercial matting
   

If you’re making a stair runner from broadloom carpet, binding is essential for safety, durability, and a professional finish.

• Safer: Reduces slipping
   
• Quieter: Absorbs sound
   
• More comfortable: Softer underfoot
   
• Warmer look & feel
   
• Protects wood stairs from wear

• Short fibers, very durable
   
• Easy to clean
   
• Ideal for high traffic
   

• Strong and long-lasting
   
• Modern look
   
• Best for straight stairs
   

• Stylish with good durability
   
• Hides dirt and footprints well
   

❌ Not Recommended: Plush or very thick shag carpets (unsafe and wear out fast)

• Waterfall: Carpet runs straight down (clean & modern)
   
• Hollywood (Cap & Band): Carpet wraps tightly around each step (classic & luxury look)
   

• Use firm, dense padding
   
• Too-soft padding can cause wrinkles and faster wear
   

• Best Overall: Low-pile or Berber carpet + firm pad
   
• For Style: Patterned textured carpet
   
• For Durability: Nylon fiber carpet

• Safer: Reduces slipping
   
• Quieter: Absorbs sound
   
• More comfortable: Softer underfoot
   
• Warmer look & feel
   
• Protects wood stairs from wear

• Short fibers, very durable
   
• Easy to clean
   
• Ideal for high traffic
   

• Strong and long-lasting
   
• Modern look
   
• Best for straight stairs
   

• Stylish with good durability
   
• Hides dirt and footprints well
   

❌ Not Recommended: Plush or very thick shag carpets (unsafe and wear out fast)

• Waterfall: Carpet runs straight down (clean & modern)
   
• Hollywood (Cap & Band): Carpet wraps tightly around each step (classic & luxury look)
   

• Use firm, dense padding
   
• Too-soft padding can cause wrinkles and faster wear
   

• Best Overall: Low-pile or Berber carpet + firm pad
   
• For Style: Patterned textured carpet
   
• For Durability: Nylon fiber carpet

• Vacuum 2–3 times a week (daily in high-traffic areas)
   
• Go slow and in different directions
   
• Use a vacuum with strong suction & rotating brush
   
• Empty the dust container often
   

💡 This removes dirt before it sinks deep into the fibers.

Never rub — always blot!

• 1 cup warm water
   
• 1 tablespoon dish soap
   
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar
   

1. Blot the stain with a dry towel
    
2. Apply the solution with a cloth
    
3. Blot again until the stain lifts
    
4. Rinse with clean water
    
5. Blot dry
    

• Sprinkle baking soda on dry carpet
   
• Leave for 30 minutes – overnight
   
• Vacuum thoroughly
   

✔️ Removes pet smells, food odors, and musty scent

 Berber carpet is a type of carpet known for its looped fibers, durability, and casual, textured look. It’s a popular choice for both homes and commercial spaces because it handles heavy foot traffic very well. 

• Looped construction: The fibers are looped (not cut), which makes the carpet strong and resistant to crushing.
   
• Very durable: Excellent for high-traffic areas like hallways, stairs, and family rooms.
   
• Stain-resistant options: Many modern Berber carpets are made with olefin or nylon, which resist stains and moisture.
   
• Speckled appearance: Often has mixed-color flecks that help hide dirt and wear.
   
• Lower cost: Usually more affordable than plush or cut-pile carpets.

• Extremely long-lasting
   
• Easy to maintain
   
• Great value for the price
   
• Hides dirt and footprints well
   

• Can snag if you have pets with sharp claws
   
• Not as soft and cozy as plush carpet
   
• Loops can be harder to repair if damaged

• Living rooms
   
• Basements
   
• Offices
   
• Stairs
   
• Rental properties

A plush carpet is a type of cut-pile carpet known for its smooth, soft, and velvety surface. All the carpet fibers are cut to the same height, creating a very clean, uniform, and elegant look.

It’s sometimes called velour carpet because of how soft and refined it feels underfoot.

• Super soft & comfortable – great for barefoot walking
   
• Flat, even surface – gives a luxury appearance
   
• Warm & cozy – excellent for bedrooms and living rooms
   
• Quiet – helps reduce sound
   
• Elegant style – commonly used in formal spaces
   

• Bedrooms
   
• Living rooms
   
• Guest rooms
   
• Offices with low foot traffic
   

• hows footprints & vacuum marks
   
• Can show shading and traffic patterns over time
   
• Not ideal for high-traffic areas like hallways or stairs (unless very high quality)
   

•     Plush         Very soft & smooth          Medium           Elegant & luxury 
•     Berber        Looped & textured          High                Casual & durable 
• 
  

Commercial carpet is carpet specifically made for business and public spaces where there is heavy daily foot traffic. Unlike soft residential carpets, commercial carpet is designed to be:

• Extra durable
   
• Stain resistant
   
• Easy to clean
   
• Long-lasting
•  You’ll find it in places like offices, hotels, schools, hospitals, airports, and retail stores. 

• Very strong fibers (often nylon or olefin)
   
• Low pile height (not fluffy)
   
• Resists wear, stains, and crushing
   
• Handles heavy foot traffic
   
• Often fire-rated & slip-resistant
   
• Professional, clean appearance
   

Carpet Tile (Modular Carpet)

• Square pieces instead of one large roll
   
• Easy to replace damaged sections
   
• Most popular for offices
   

✅ Low-Pile Broadloom

• Installed in large rolls
   
• Seamless look in hallways & ballrooms
   

✅ Indoor/Outdoor Commercial Carpet

• For entrances, patios, and high-moisture areas

• Offices & conference rooms
   
• Hotels & corridors
   
• Schools & universities
   
• Medical clinics & hospitals
   
• Stores & malls

Luxury PVC vinyl (often called LVP – Luxury Vinyl Plank or LVT – Luxury Vinyl Tile) is a high-end vinyl flooring designed to look like real wood, stone, or tile, but with the benefits of being:

• ✅ 100% waterproof
   
• ✅ Very durable
   
• ✅ Easy to maintain
   
• ✅ Comfortable underfoot
   
• ✅ More affordable than real hardwood or stone
   

“PVC” simply means it’s made from a strong, flexible plastic material that’s built to last.

• Multiple strong layers
   
• Realistic textures (you can feel the wood grain or stone texture)
   
• Thick wear layer for scratch protection
   
• High-definition printed design
   
• Stable core for strength

• Waterproof – perfect for kitchens, bathrooms & basements
   
• Scratch & dent resistant – great for pets and kids
   
• Warm & quiet underfoot
   
• Easy click-lock installation (most types)
   
• Low maintenance – just sweep & mop
   
• Doesn’t fade easily

• Living rooms
   
• Bedrooms
   
• Kitchens
   
• Bathrooms
   
• Basements
   
• Stores & offices (commercial-grade versions)

• Comes in large rolls
   
• Fewer seams → very waterproof
   
• Soft, comfortable underfoot
   
• Great for bathrooms, kitchens, basements
   
• Budget-friendly
   

• Looks like real hardwood
   
• Click-lock or glue-down
   
• Very popular for living rooms, condos, offices
   
• Durable and stylish
   

• Looks like ceramic or stone
   
• Individual tiles
   
• Modern, clean appearance
   
• Great for kitchens, washrooms, retail
   

• Extra strong core
   
• 100% waterproof
   
• Handles temperature change well
   
• Excellent for basements, commercial spaces, condos
   

• Built for high traffic
   
• Used in hospitals, schools, gyms, offices
   
• Extremely scratch and wear resistant

This is the top protective coating:

• 6–12 mil → Light home use
   
• 12–20 mil → Normal residential & light commercial
   
• 20–28 mil → Heavy commercial traffic
   

• 💧 Basement or Bathroom: Sheet vinyl or SPC rigid core
   
• 🏠 Living Room or Bedroom: LVP 5–6 mm with 12–20 mil wear layer
   
• 🏢 Store or Office: Commercial vinyl 6–8 mm with 20+ mil wear laye    

• Carpet is stretched over padding and secured with tack strips
   
• Soft, comfortable feel
   
• Best for homes and bedrooms
   

• Carpet is glued directly to the floor
   
• Very durable and stable
   
• Ideal for commercial and high-traffic areas
   

• Individual square tiles placed one by one
   
• Easy to replace damaged pieces
   
• Great for offices, basements, retail
   

• Padding is glued first, then carpet is glued on top
   
• Extra stability and comfort
   
• Used in heavy commercial spaces
   

• 🏠 Residential: Stretch-in
   
• 🏢 Commercial: Glue-down or Double stick
   
• 🔧 Easy maintenance: Carpet tiles

• Planks lock together without glue
   
• Fast, clean installation
   
• Easy to remove or replace
   
• Best for condos, bedrooms, living rooms
   

• Vinyl is glued directly to the subfloor
   
• Very strong and stable
   
• Ideal for high-traffic and commercial areas
   

• Heavy vinyl planks lay flat with minimal adhesive
   
• Quick to install and easy to remove
   
• Used for temporary spaces and retail shops
   

• Comes in large rolls and is fully glued
   
• Seamless and 100% waterproof
   
• Best for bathrooms, kitchens, laundry rooms
   

• 🏠 Homes & Condos: Click-lock vinyl
   
• 🏢 Stores & Offices: Glue-down vinyl
   
• 💧 Wet Areas: Sheet vinyl
   
• 🔁 Temporary Use: Loose-lay vinyl

A carpet runner for stairs is a long, narrow strip of carpet that runs down the center of the staircase, leaving the sides of each step exposed (usually showing wood or tile).

• Improves safety by reducing slipping
   
• Adds style & decoration without fully covering the stairs
   
• Reduces noise when walking up and down
   
• Protects the center of the step from wear
   
• Keeps the natural beauty of wood stairs visible
   

• Patterned runners: Traditional, decorative look
   
• Striped runners: Modern and stylish
   
• Solid color runners: Clean and minimal
   
• Wool runners: High-end, durable, and natural
   
• Synthetic runners (nylon, polyester): Budget-friendly and stain-resistant
   

• Installed with rods (decorative metal bars) or hidden fasteners
   
• Usually installed in Hollywood (cap & band) style for a tight, elegant fit
   

RunnerFull CarpetShows wood on the sidesCovers entire stairMore decorativeMore soundproofEasier to replaceMore padding & warmth  

• Homes with beautiful hardwood stairs
   
• When you want a luxury look without full coverage
   
• Medium-traffic staircases

Carpet binding is a finishing process where the raw edges of cut carpet are wrapped and sealed with a fabric or vinyl strip. It prevents fraying and turns leftover carpet into a clean, durable custom rug or runner.

• Stops edges from unraveling
   
• Improves appearance with a clean, finished look
   
• Extends carpet life
   
• Makes custom:
   
  • Area rugs
     
  • Hall runners
     
  • Stair runners
     
  • Door mats
     

• Most common and affordable
   
• Available in many colors
   
• Flat, neat edge finish
   

• Yarn is stitched around the edge
   
• Handmade, luxury look
   
• Often used on wool and high-end carpets
   

• Bold, decorative border
   
• Modern or custom designer style
   

• Stair runners
   
• Custom hallway runners
   
• Area rugs under furniture
   
• Leftover carpet pieces
   
• Commercial matting
   

If you’re making a stair runner from broadloom carpet, binding is essential for safety, durability, and a professional finish.

• Safer: Reduces slipping
   
• Quieter: Absorbs sound
   
• More comfortable: Softer underfoot
   
• Warmer look & feel
   
• Protects wood stairs from wear

• Short fibers, very durable
   
• Easy to clean
   
• Ideal for high traffic
   

• Strong and long-lasting
   
• Modern look
   
• Best for straight stairs
   

• Stylish with good durability
   
• Hides dirt and footprints well
   

❌ Not Recommended: Plush or very thick shag carpets (unsafe and wear out fast)

• Waterfall: Carpet runs straight down (clean & modern)
   
• Hollywood (Cap & Band): Carpet wraps tightly around each step (classic & luxury look)
   

• Use firm, dense padding
   
• Too-soft padding can cause wrinkles and faster wear
   

• Best Overall: Low-pile or Berber carpet + firm pad
   
• For Style: Patterned textured carpet
   
• For Durability: Nylon fiber carpet

Here’s a simple, practical way to measure when you’re using 12-foot wide carpet rolls and all pieces must run in the same direction 

• Measure the length and width of the room in feet.
• Always add 3–4 inches extra to each direction for trimming and fitting.

• Choose the direction (nap / pile) the carpet must run.
• All cuts must follow this same direction — no turning pieces sideways.

• The carpet roll is 12 feet wide.
• One side of the room must be 12 feet or less to use a single piece.
• If the room is wider than 12 feet, you must:
  
  • Divide the width into multiple strips
  • Each strip must be cut from the roll in the same direction

• Room width ÷ 12 = number of strips (round up)
• Each strip length = full room length (plus extra)

Example:

• Room size: 18 ft wide × 20 ft long
• Direction: lengthwise
• Width: 18 ft → needs 2 strips (12 ft + 6 ft)
• Each strip length: 20 ft
• Total carpet needed: 2 × 20 ft = 40 linear feet of 12-ft roll

• Add 10–15% extra for seams, pattern match, and direction control.
• For patterned carpet, add a bit more.