The materials used are important because this is a piece that is walked on in order to get to another part of the house. Due to this, there will be wear and tear (no matter how light the person is that is stepping on it). The product should be made of durable materials that don’t shed. They should be stitched close together tight enough that there will be no excess coming off the rug when trecked upon. It should also offer a vibrant color that will accent the room and the vibrancy should not fade over time. The bottom of the product should not damage the underlying floor with cheap glues or resins left over from pressing the product to the floor. And ideally, the product doesn’t move around too much when walked on. It should have clean and sealed (by glue or stitching) edges that don’t start fraying over time. This will make the product look old and used. The material should also be able to be cleaned with relative ease. Remember, that no matter how clean one’s house is, there will be dirt, debris, and food that track onto the carpet over time and the carpet will need to be cleaned from time to time. This is usually done with a steam cleaner so the material should be able to withstand heat and water. The material, especially when shag, shouldn’t alter when under those conditions. Overall, the materials will be the difference between being happy with your purchase and being dissatisfied with it. This product isn’t the cheapest, so you want to be happy for a long time with it.

The construction of this product matters because if the construction of the product is poor then the product will start to fall apart and cause frustrations. Construction goes hand in hand with materials used because even with the best materials, if the product is not put together well, the materials will not even matter. The carpet should offer a snug fit to each and every piece of fabric coming out of it. It should also be properly sealed at both the base, as well as the edges. The edges are typically sealed with overlapping stitching, done with heavier thread. The thread should be thick and made of quality materials. It should be gone over several times in order to ensure that if one stitch breaks, the entire threading doesn’t fall apart. The base of the carpet is often times sealed with a chemical, resin or glue. This product should be high-quality liquid and should not be too tacky (unless meant to keep the carpet in place) and should steal the base of the product all together. These chemicals should not leave any residue on the floor either which could cause long-term damage to the underlying floor. This could cost a bit to fix. The construction will ensure that no stray strings or fabrics track off the product and ensure that the product looks newer longer. It will also ensure that the product stays together with time, wear and tear, and cleaning. For these reasons, and for the buyer’s satisfaction levels, the construction of the product is very important.

The durability goes hand in hand with the materials used and the construction of the product. Overall, the product needs to be durable. In a home, there are children, pets, and dirty feet. This product is usually placed in areas of high traffic like in front of the couch or by the kitchen sink. The kitchen and the living room are the most popular areas of the home for both residents and visitors. In these areas, there is also usually food. Food brings people together but it also makes a mess. As a result, you see the carpet attract all sorts of debris. Even when something is stick to a foot, a rug will take it off before hardwood does. Overall, this product is going to get dirty. The best and easiest way to clean a product like this (discussed more below) is to steam clean it. However, if the product is not made of good materials or is constructed well, the product may fall apart in that kind of heat and moisture exposure. Additionally, with feet walking across the product, it will wear down quite rapidly. If the product is durable then it will last longer and stay newer looking longer as well which will ultimately dictate whether or not the buyer is happy with their purchase long term. It will also cost more to replace them more frequently (this is where quality over price comes into play, also discussed below). Ensure that the product you are purchasing is durable and well-made, otherwise, this product is going to be frustrating down the road.

The style of this type of product is important because it will satisfy the buyer, help the room and dictate the price. The style is based on the person buying it and the style of their home. It could match with everything with the room or maybe it contrasts for the purpose of adding a pop of color. This type of product comes in numerous textures including short pile, long pile (shag), faux fur and even harder ones like plastic and bamboo. The material used should fit the room but also those in the room. If there is a home with animals, even if a pure white faux fur is desired, it might not be ideal for if there are new puppies in the home. Something in a higher traffic area may want to be a little shorter in pile as the shorter the pile the less chance of breakdown of the fibers. Another item to consider is the size of the product being purchased. This type of product usually comes in a wide range of sizes. The space it is going into should be measured and the product should match up as close as possible. A rug that is too small will look silly and one that is too big may not fit. Overall, the style of the product and its intended purpose always needs to be considered in order to get the most out of the product for the best price. This will also help with consumer satisfaction with the product and improve the space it is going into.

The price of this type of product is important for a couple of reasons. First of all, this type of product is on the more expensive side in general. The larger they are the more drastic of a price jump you see. For this reason, the price does need to be taken into consideration. Typically with this type of purchase price does dictate the quality of the product. You’ll click the link to each product and see a price gap. This is due to size. If comparing products of similar sizes, you do typically see (if with reputable and fair manufacturer) competitive pricing. The prices do change with the type of each though, as more materials, softer materials, more durable materials, they will cost more. It is important that the item you are buying is that price for a reason. First, consider its size. Ensure that it is competitive with others in the market, then compare the materials used and the products reviews. If they are all in line then the purchase makes sense. You definitely don’t want to overspend, and this is where non-reputable companies may attempt to make too much on a particular item. This type of product is incredibly frustrating to shop for because they really do end up all over the place in regards to the pricing of each. The item should be the right size, made of high-quality materials, should hold together for extended periods of time, should be used in the right areas and should be easy to clean. Consider all these factors before making your next purchase.