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If you are in the market for new carpet be sure to have a look at what Dalton Carpet has to offer. They have a unique marketing structure that brings wholesale pricing down to the consumer level through their licensed retailers. Dalton Carpet has one of the largest retail networks in North America carrying top names such as Alladin, Armstrong, Coronet, Shaw, Sutton and many others. Save thousands of dollars by buying at wholesales prices. Dalton Carpet offers you choices.

Tufted

Most carpets are tufted instead of woven. This is similar to using a huge sewing machine that is about 4 feet wide with 150 needs that then sews the synthetic backing on the actual carpeting.

Two Types

The two main types of piles are loop pile and cut pile. Carpets that have a pattern have a combination of these two types.

Berber Carpet

Berber carpets are made of wool or olefin and have bulky loops either in a level loop or multi level loop. They are a very durable and long wearing carpet that is excellent for high traffic areas.

Cut Pile Saxony

Presents a smooth cut pile solid color surface. Very versatile in appearance and they are an excellent choice for traditional or formal rooms.

Textured Saxony

Presents a cut pile surface that is great at hiding footprints. Nice casual appearance and very low maintenance making it a popular choice for family rooms, rec rooms, or other high traffic areas. It is sometimes called textured cut pile.

Velvets

Are not very easy to find any more. They are a fine sheared carpet that is elegant and very formal. There are many other carpets to choose from that produce the same look and are longer lasting.

Frieze

Presents a texture knobby surface making it very durable and a long wearing carpet. Another great choice for heavy traffic rooms and there are plenty of styles and colors to choose from.

Cut and Uncut Pattern Carpet

Present a very distinctive appearance and is available in a multitude of colors and multi colors. Cut and loop gives variety to the surface while a cut uncut pattern hides footprints. You can really add some pizzazz to a room with this type of carpet.

Multi Level Loop Carpet

Presents a variety of unique patterns, colors, and levels of loops. Sometimes referred to as pattern loop. You can create a very unique casual appearance in a room. Perfect for high traffic areas, and it's very durable with a long life expectancy.

Level Loop Carpet

Presents loops that are equal height but multi colored. It is normally made from olefin fiber and is often referred to as commercial carpet or indoor outdoor carpet. It has a very casual appearance and is excellent for areas where water or moisture may be a problem. Installation is very simple and it's a great finish to a basement or family room.

Of course each of these types of carpet are available by the main manufacturers such as Alladin, Armstrong, Coronet, Shaw, Sutton and many others, and Dalton Carpet carries every one of these types in the various brands and lines of carpet.

The in house carpet pros would happy to help you decide which type of carpet is best for the room you are planning to carpet or re-carpet. With so many choices it can be a daunting task without the aid of a pro so be sure to ask them!

Each carpet manufacture provides its own warranty. You'll need to ask your Dalton Carpet Retailer about the warranties. Remember Dalton Carpet offers you wholesale pricing at the retail level so if you are into saving plenty of money they are an excellent choice in carpet providers.