Polypropylene Carpets Any Good

Polypropylene is preferred over natural fibers.

Polypropylene carpets any good.

Like polyester it tends to be a less expensive carpet to manufacture so it s a budget friendly option. Natural fibers do bad job at inhibiting the growth of mould. Polypropylene olefin carpet fibers unlike other fiber types polypropylene will not absorb water so it is solution dyed. It s most commonly used on its own in pure 100 per cent form for loop pile carpets or in 80 per cent blends with nylon and polypropylene in cut pile to improve its wear properties.

Olefin also known as polypropylene is moisture and mildew resistant making it a popular choice for basements and indoor outdoor areas like covered porches. This rug is also made from polypropylene. Polypropylene rugs are highly stain resistant and will not grow mildew or fade when exposed to outdoor elements. I consider polypropylene to be an non toxic plastic.

Olefin carpeting is also easily recycled. In fact polypropylene is often used to help clean up oil spills in lakes and oceans by skimming a polypropylene net across the surface of the water to soak up the oil. It is great for families having young kids around who spill food and drinks anywhere and everywhere. Direct sunlight is its natural enemy especially if the piece is not treated chemically so keep it away from the windows where lots of light comes in.

Solution dyeing is a process in which color is actually built into the fiber when it is formed making the color an inherent part that cannot be removed from the fiber. This makes them excellent solutions for outdoor spaces and indoor areas with high moisture or where frequent spills occur. Rugs made from polypropylene fiber are more economical and visually pleasing than that of any nylon based rugs. It does not bleach easily since it is colorfast.

It s good for allergy sufferers because it prevents moulds growth on them. Unfortunately olefin s weakness for oils means that any oil based spill or residue will not easily be cleaned from the carpet s fibers. The polypropylene rugs are not resistant to high temperatures their material has a low melting point.