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Rug Berber Color

What is the best type of carpet to buy if you have dogs?

I have berber and it's miserable, traffic stains every week. My dachshund is also a digger and has easily dug 2 holes in different areas. Although when the dogs shed you can barely see it in the carpet.

I also have a rug in the living room that attracts dog hair and is almost possible to clean up.

What is the best type to buy next time? Something thick? What color disguises traffic dirt and dog hair?

Berbers are looped carpet, thus more likely to be pulled by a dogs nails if they are a digger. A low, dense, nylon cut pile carpet will wear the best. Nylon fiber is a bit more expensive, but it doesn't shed the way the cheaper polyester fibers do. It will also retain it's texture better. Look for a fiber with a good twist. The twist will also help with texture retention. Do not use a steam cleaner on it unless absolutely necessary. It will remove more and more of the stain treatment each time you use it, thus leaving your fibers exposed to being permanently stained. Follow manufacturers instructions regarding care. Your flooring store will have the information that you need to maintain the stain warranty on the carpet. Medium color carpet hides the most traffic. Light colors show every drip and drop, dark colors show white dirt and fuzzies. All manufacturers require professional truck mounted steam cleaning every 18 -24 months to remove soil to prevent abrasion and to re-twist and rejuvenate the fibers. Some carpet will need to be retreated after cleaning, Stain Master carpet does not. The Stain Master fiber repels stains in a different way, it is non-porous. Vacuum frequently to avoid premature tip bloom from abrasive dirt and soil. Look for a company that offers a lifetime installation warranty. Good carpet installed badly is still bad carpet. With these things in mind I'm sure you'll have the tools you need to choose the best carpet for your home.

Good luck

African Advanture Deer Berber Area Rug (5'x7') $155.17 A detailed deer print highlights this beautiful area rug. This rug features rich hues of berber, brown and green. Primary materials: Polypropylene Pile height: 0.15 inches Style: ContemporaryPrimary color: BerberPattern: AnimalTip: We recommend the use of a non-skid pad to keep the rug in place on smooth surfaces.All rug sizes are approximate. Due to the difference of monitor colors, some rug colors may vary slightly. We try to represent all rug colors accurately. Please refer to the text above for a description of the colors shown in the photo.

Traditional Berber Area Rug (5' x 7') $224.5 Enjoy the traditional styling of this area rug. The area rug features vivid colors in tan, brown, and ivory in an intricate pattern. Primary materials: PolypropylenePile height 0.20 inchesStyle: TraditionalPrimary color: Berber (tan)Pattern: TraditionalTip: We recommend the use of a non-skid pad to keep the rug in place on smooth surfaces.All rug sizes are approximate. Due to the difference of monitor colors, some rug colors may vary slightly. Overstock.com tries to represent all rug colors accurately. Please refer to the text above for a description of the colors shown in the photo."

828 International 2706-3.11X5.11 Berber Royal Elegance Rug $272.5 828 International Royal Elegance Small Rug 2706-3.11X5.11 Berber

828 International 2706-5.3X7.7 Berber Royal Elegance Rug $472.5 828 International Royal Elegance Medium Rug 2706-5.3X7.7 Berber

828 International 2706-7.10X9.6 Berber Royal Elegance Rug $897.5 828 International Royal Elegance Medium Rug 2706-7.10X9.6 Berber

828 International 2706-12.5X15.9 Berber Royal Elegance Rug $2422.5 828 International Royal Elegance Extra Large Rug 2706-12.5X15.9 Berber

828 International 2701-3.11X5.11 Berber Royal Elegance Rug $272.5 828 International Royal Elegance Small Rug 2701-3.11X5.11 Berber

828 International 2701-5.3X7.7 Berber Royal Elegance Rug $472.5 828 International Royal Elegance Medium Rug 2701-5.3X7.7 Berber

828 International 2701-7.10X9.6 Berber Royal Elegance Rug $897.5 828 International Royal Elegance Medium Rug 2701-7.10X9.6 Berber

828 International 2701-12.5X15.9 Berber Royal Elegance Rug $2422.5 828 International Royal Elegance Extra Large Rug 2701-12.5X15.9 Berber

828 International 2706-7.10OCT Berber Royal Elegance Rug $772.5 828 International Royal Elegance Medium Rug 2706-7.10OCT Berber

828 International 2706-7.10RND Berber Royal Elegance Rug $897.5 828 International Royal Elegance Medium Rug 2706-7.10RND Berber

Concord Design Berber/ Brown Rug (5' x 7') $164.21 Primary materials: Polypropylene Pile height: 0.35 inches Style: Traditional Primary color: Berber Secondary colors: Brown, tan, beige Pattern: Oriental Tip: We recommend the use of a non-skid pad to keep the rug in place on smooth surfaces.All rug sizes are approximate. Due to the difference of monitor colors, some rug colors may vary slightly. We try to represent all rug colors accurately. Please refer to the text above for a description of the colors shown in the photo.

Kingdom Design Berber Rug (5' x 7') $157.98 Primary materials: Polypropylene Pile height: 0.35 inchesStyle: TraditionalPrimary color: Berber Secondary colors:BrownPattern: Oriental Tip: We recommend the use of a non-skid pad to keep the rug in place on smooth surfaces.All rug sizes are approximate. Due to the difference of monitor colors, some rug colors may vary slightly. We try to represent all rug colors accurately. Please refer to the text above for a description of the colors shown in the photo.

Kingdom Design Berber/ Tan Rug (5' x 7') $164.21 Primary materials: Polypropylene Pile height: 0.35 inches Style: Traditional Primary color: Berber Secondary colors: Tan, brown, beige, green Pattern: Oriental Tip: We recommend the use of a non-skid pad to keep the rug in place on smooth surfaces.All rug sizes are approximate. Due to the difference of monitor colors, some rug colors may vary slightly. We try to represent all rug colors accurately. Please refer to the text above for a description of the colors shown in the photo.

Finding the Right Flooring, Carpeting and Rugs for You

Even the most exquisitely designed home can still be improved with just exactly the right flooring or carpets and rugs. The opposite is also true, of course. The look of even the most perfectly planned home design can be completely ruined by the wrong choice of flooring or carpets and rugs. Deciding on the most appropriate choice can, therefore, be nerve wracking. To ensure that you make the best decision, you can seek professional advice.

Your choices in flooring include hardwood, tile, vinyl and laminate.

If you want hardwood flooring, you have to decide on either solid hardwood flooring or engineered hardwood flooring. You can buy solid hardwood flooring in strips or planks that need to be sanded and then customized. Engineered hardwood flooring is said to be more durable and resistant to moisture, though, because it has three to five layers of laminated wood. The grains of each layer are set perpendicular to each other to add structural stability. Both solid hardwood flooring and engineered hardwood flooring need proper installation and sealing. This will protect them from the absorption of spills and staining. For maintenance, hardwood flooring only needs weekly mopping and regular vacuuming.

If you want tile flooring, you have to decide on natural stone, ceramic mosaic, glass or metal.

Natural stone tiles come in various types like granite, slate, marble and limestone. Granite is considered the strongest stone among these, with high density that enables it to be resistant to moisture and the growth of bacteria. It is ideal for use in kitchens and areas with high human traffic. Slate is another strong stone, with the added benefit of having a slip resistant texture. Marble, on the other hand, is slippery and not as strong. It is, therefore, recommended for use in areas with less human traffic. Limestone is quite soft and is mostly used only as a decorative accent in areas with very little traffic.

Ceramic mosaic tiles come in two types, either glazed or unglazed. These are also seen as durable. Glass and metal tiles, on the other hand, are not used by themselves as flooring but are featured as accent pieces.

If you want vinyl flooring, you have to decide on no-wax vinyl, urethane vinyl or enhanced urethane vinyl. No-wax vinyl flooring, being the oldest variant, is also the weakest of the three. Urethane vinyl flooring is an improvement. It is more resistant to stains and scuffs and requires less maintenance. Enhanced urethane vinyl flooring is the latest variant and is, therefore, the most advanced in features. It can resist moisture, enough to be used even in bathrooms. It is also resistant to harsh household chemicals. The only maintenance required is mopping and sweeping. There are various designs and colors available for vinyl flooring, including designs that capture the look of hardwood or natural stone.

If you want laminate flooring, the only decision you will have to make is on color and design. Laminate flooring designs can also look like hardwood or natural stone but comes cheaper and, surprisingly, more durable. It is resistant to warping, staining, scratching, fading and moisture.

An alternative or complement to flooring is carpeting. Your choice in carpets include those with cut pile, loop pile and cut & loop pile yarn fibers. Among these, you also need to choose between various styles such as broadloom carpets and wool berbers.

Whether you choose flooring or carpeting, you can still layer them with rugs such as Oriental rugs. You can buy these in the form of runner rugs, area rugs and round rugs.

To get the best advice and a wide choice of flooring, carpets or rugs, you can rely on Carpet One Floor & Home. They guarantee all their products and will not only deliver but also install them professionally in your home.

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