Luxury carpet for country clubs must fulfill a precise aesthetic. The look, feel, texture, and carpet construction all need to be exactly right. There’s a wide variety of options, so how do you select what’s best for you? Knowledge is the answer. The more you know, the better choice you can make.
Start with Foot Traffic
The best look will only last so long if the carpet isn’t rated to handle the amount of foot traffic you get. Any carpet construction and fiber you consider needs to be equipped to handle a heavy amount of foot traffic.
This is one area where it’s useful to plan for what you anticipate, rather than what you have. If your club continues growing its membership, the last thing it needs is sections closed down so you can install a more durable carpet than you had initially. Plan ahead with flooring choices, since you can’t run a luxury business that doesn’t have a floor.
Carpet Construction
Commercial carpet is primarily made using one of two methods: tufted or woven. Tufted carpet is made by stitching hundreds of rows of pile yarn through the primary backing – a fabric that allows each stitch to hold the yarn in place. Secondary backing is used for performance.
Woven carpet is manufactured on looms. Face yarns are interlaced with backing yarns. This creates a durable product that requires no secondary backing. A latex-back coating may be added for bulk. A popular version of this is the exceptionally durable Axminster.
Both carpet construction techniques create a resilient and durable luxury carpet. They hold up well under both heavy foot traffic, furniture, and heavy loads.
Axminster Advantages
Most commercial spaces opt for tufted. This is a strong choice, as it is exceptionally durable. For luxury carpet, Axminster woven carpet melds advantages of durability and aesthetic together. This is often the better choice for luxury spaces.
One big advantage of woven carpet is the visual texture and depth it possesses. It simply looks better than its competitors. The visual texture of Axminster is captivating. At the same time, it construction makes it inherently durable both on the face you can see and in the backing construction – the carpet won’t wear out easily from underneath like others can
Add to this a moisture barrier in the backing that resists moisture and staining, and you have a carpet with the ideal look, visual texture, durability, and a cleanliness that’s easy and inexpensive to maintain.
Need additional help selecting the right luxury carpet for your country club? Don’t hesitate to contact the commercial carpet experts at East Coast Flooring & Interiors.
