4 Characteristics of Recommended Carpeting
For decades, flooring experts have recommended carpet that has four key characteristics:
- Nylon Yarn - The most resilient, durable yarn for carpet.
- High Twist - At least 6 twists per inch for carpet that resists crushing.
- Proper Density - At least 30 ounces of yarn to ensure density for maximum performance.
- Superior Stain Treatment - Protection you can count on from spills and stains.
All Proximity Mills carpet has these four keys, producing the highest standard for carpet construction and making Proximity Mills the highest performing carpet.
Choosing the Right Carpet for Your Household
We know that choosing the perfect carpet means balancing style with the realities of everyday life. As parents, pet owners, and busy professionals ourselves, we curated our carpet collection for homes that are truly lived in.
- When shopping for new carpet, start by considering how carpet construction will impact performance. High-density carpets offer superior crush resistance, meaning they bounce back beautifully even in high-traffic hallways. Look for performance fibers with built-in stain and soil protection to handle spills and muddy paws!
- Next, let carpet textures and carpet tones work for you. A heathered or multi-tone tone is a great choice because it naturally camouflages everyday dirt and pet dander better than a solid color. For texture, consider a loop or frieze style that is incredibly durable, minimizes footprints and vacuum marks, and keeps your home looking fresh.
- Finally, don't shy away from subtle carpet patterns. A simple, geometric or striated design adds depth and sophistication while also being a master at hiding life's little messes. Our goal is to make it easy to find a beautiful, high-performance carpet that fits your budget and lets you stop worrying about your home and start living in it.
Which Carpet Color Type is Right for Me
Choosing the right carpet color is about matching your lifestyle just as much as it is matching your walls! We categorize our carpets into three main color types, each offering distinct benefits for real-life homes: Solid, Fleck, and Multicolor.
- If you're seeking a clean, classic look that acts as a soothing foundation for your room, a solid carpet color is the way to go. Perfect in low-traffic areas like bedrooms, solid carpets provide a uniform, elegant backdrop that lets furniture and décor take center stage. Just be mindful that a solid color shows dust, debris, and wear more readily.
- For busy households, fleck or heathered carpets are your best allies. Popular options feature several closely related tones like light and dark gray interwoven into the fibers. You get a highly practical soft surface that’s a master at camouflaging pet hair, footprints, and fine dirt.
Finally, multicolor or tone-on-tone carpets introduce more contrast and depth, often featuring distinct light and dark shades. Offering the ultimate defense against stains and heavy traffic, the striking visual texture holds up to the most active family life. When life is messy, multicolor carpets keep your room looking fresh and worry-free.