The Art of Flooring

Choosing the Right Carpet - Quality Carpet and Installation from the Industry's Leading Manufacturers through Tompkins Flooring - Serving the Orange County Area. Nothing makes a room feel cozier and more intimate than quality carpet. At Tompkins Flooring, we carry carpet in a variety of colors, patterns, and weaves from the industry's leading carpet manufacturers. Many of our brands are stain-resistant, which is perfect for those with children or pets. With its nearly unlimited color and texture choices, our carpets offer versatility like no other flooring option. Why choose carpet? Carpeting offers many benefits: comfort, durability, and quality.  With the right care, carpets can last for many years.

 

Variety - With its large selection of colors, textures, and patterns, carpeting can be tailored to complement any decor. Safety - As a non-slip surface, carpet prioritizes safety.

Noise reduction - Carpet reduces echoes and noise, lowering sound levels in the home.

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Carpeting comes in wide varieties. Consider these factors when shopping for carpet.

 The most common carpeting is made of nylon. It's comfortable, durable, and stain-resistant. Other options include wool, polyester, and olefin, each with unique characteristics. Color and style: Dark colored carpet can add intimacy to a room. Lighter colors can brighten a room. From Berber to plush, carpet color and style combinations seem endless.

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Quality: Like most home investments, quality matters. Lower-cost carpets will most likely need to be replaced sooner, resulting in a higher total cost. Choosing the right carpeting can be a challenge. Our professional carpeting experts at Tompkins Flooring can help you balance your flooring budget with quality and home decor considerations, ensuring your carpet selection looks great and stands the test of time. When it comes time to install your new carpet, our professional installers will treat your project as their top priority.

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Types of Carpet

Carpet is constructed in several ways, using a variety of fibers. Understanding each type's strengths and differences will help you choose what fits your lifestyle, home, and budget.

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Cut Pile: One of the most popular constructions, cut pile achieves durability through the fiber type, tuft density, and yarn twist. Highly twisted yarn will hold its shape longer, making it a smart choice for high-traffic areas.

 

Textured Plush – Decorative and versatile. Textured surfaces help hide footprints and vacuum marks. Add casual beauty to any room. The preferred style for busy households. A great carpet for the entire home.

 

Saxony – Refined surface. Works well with traditional interiors. Ideal for living and dining rooms.

 

Friezé – Forms a “curly” textured surface because yarns are extremely twisted. Has an informal look. Helps minimize footprints and vacuum marks.

 

Plush (Velvet) – Dense, luxurious feel. Shows footprints and vacuum marks easily. Best for low traffic areas and formal rooms.

 

Level loop pile: Loops are the same height, creating an informal look. It generally lasts a long time in high-traffic areas. Many of today’s popular Berber styles are level loop styles with flecks of a darker color on a lighter background.

 

Multi-level loop pile: Usually has two to three different loop heights to create pattern effects, providing good durability and a more casual look.

 

Cut and loop pile: Combination of cut and looped yarns. Provides a variety of surface textures, including sculptured effects of squares, chevrons, swirls, etc.