Comfortable. Warm. Hygienic.
Carpet also improves acoustics, dampens sound and is easy to maintain
Comfort and warmth are the key advantages that a carpet floor boasts compared to a smooth floor. But have you ever thought about your indoor environment? Dust and other suspended particles are a major inconvenience for humans and animals, especially for allergy sufferers or people suffering from respiratory problems.
Smooth floors increase the chance of a higher concentration of fine dust particles, while fabric floors decrease this chance. Carpets and rugs absorb the particles and hold them until they’re vacuumed away.
Carpet and rug versus smooth floor
carpet and rug characteristics
- feels warm
- carpet absorbs suspended particles and retains them
- gives better acoustics
- muffles sound
- soft, comfortable surface
- safe, non-slip and prevents slipping
- friendly to pets’ legs and joints
- dirt is less visible
- a uniform look
- good quality carpets are maintenance-friendly
- easily replaceable
smooth floor characteristics
- feels cold
- dust particles float freely around the room
- sounds hollow
- amplifies sounds
- hard surface
- smooth, easy to slip
- pets slip, bad for legs and hips
- dirt is visible more quickly
- visible dull and smooth spots
- good quality floors are maintenance-friendly
- labour intensive when replacing