Carpeting in Saint Paul & Minneapolis, MN
Carpet is soft, warm, and timeless. It is one of the most popular flooring solutions of all time, unmatched by any type of hard-surface flooring. There is no easier way to add comfort to a bedroom, office, living space, or basement. And with an endless selection of textures and colors to choose from, we guarantee you'll find the perfect carpet for your unique tastes and budget needs!
Hamernick’s Interior Solutions is proud to be your Saint Paul carpet store. We carry the finest in Shaw Floors carpeting, including exlusive brands like Anderson Tuftex. Shaw starts with the most durable carpet fibers ever made, then throws in something extra: lifetime warranties against stains and soils, and warranties for wear that can last up to 20 years. If you’re looking for carpet in Roseville, MN, St. Paul, MN, Minneapolis, MN, or anywhere in the greater Twin Cities area, contact or visit us today!
All About Carpet
As you shop for carpets in St. Paul, there are many factors to consider.
Carpet Types
Carpet Types
As you decide what carpet is best in your room, you must choose which pile height is best.
Cut Pile is a special type of strand that features a sheared strand. This is the part at the end of the strand where the fiber’s ends are exposed. It’s the most popular type of carpet and comes in a variety of lengths and thicknesses. When selecting a cut pile, be sure to look at the twist, the part where several strands are twisted together to form the final strand. Usually the tighter and heavier the twist, the more resilient and durable the face of matting and crushing will be including texture. Frieze is a style of cut pile that gives the carpet a luxurious feel along with a style that’s less formal.
Loop Pile, in contrast, refers to carpet that’s created in a more continuous strand. The loop pile can be found used in a similar pattern or contain a textured finish made using loops of various heights. This gives the construction the ability to have a pattern added or texture to the carpet. The random or sequenced loop design creates textures or patterns throughout the flooring and gives the carpet itself extra durability. Tighter, more heavily twisted loops are used for optimal resistance to crushing. While the looped pile created multiple option for appearance and durability, they are also more prone to pulled loops which can lead to runs in the carpet.
There is also a combination called a Cut & Loop Pile, which provides sculptured effects such as squares or swirls in the carpet surface that when combined produce additional patterns. While these three distinct types vary in appearance and comfort, they often come down to the owner’s preference to style.
If you’re in need of carpet specifically for a commercial building or renovation project, you may also want to consider browsing the carpet tile in our St. Paul showrooms. Carpet tile is easy to install & easy to repair if necessary. It can also be a great fit for certain residential areas, especially basements.
Carpet Styles
Carpet Styles
Each type of carpet can be further divided into several different styles. We carry both textured carpet and patterned carpet at our two carpet stores in St. Paul.
Saxony – The iconic style of long, plush pile with extra twist in each fiber. This is the style that comes to mind for most people when they think of carpet
Plush – Shorter pile than Saxony, with a soft, velvety appearance. It also can more easily display tracking from footprints and vacuuming
Frieze – Also known as shag, with a less formal appearance. It provides a more luxurious feel and style to a room.
Some types of loop pile include:
Level loop – A simple, repeated loop for a uniform carpet surface. It doesn’t show footprints and it often ideal for offices and rooms with high traffic.
Sisal – A textured loop, made in straight rows. It comes in a variety of patterns and textures.
Berber – Often characterized by chunky loops, originally popularized in commercial settings. The name originates from the style of weaving done by the Berber tribes of North Africa.
Carpet Benefits
Carpet Features & Benefits
Many of the carpet styles we have available at Hamernick’s Interior Solutions comes with built-in features that you may not expect from carpeting.
Improved indoor air quality
Carpet is one of the most hypoallergenic solution for your home, trapping allergens and preventing them from escaping into the air. Unlike a hard surface which exposes dust and dander to the room’s occupant, the carpet helps trap those allergens more easily. A regularly cleaned carpet is an ideal tool for improving indoor air quality. Newer vacuum cleaners are built with deep suction to fully remove the dust, dirt and allergens.
Stain resistance
Many Shaw nylon and polyester carpets that we carry feature the R2X Stain and Soil Resistance System, repelling liquids and other materials. While other “resistance systems” for carpet do exist, R2X is different because it covers the entirety of each carpet fiber – not simply the surface. An additional Shaw innovation is LifeGuard spill-proof backing, which adds to the spill proof nature of these carpets!
Minneapolis Eco-Friendly Flooring
Looking for a sustainable solution for the floors in your home or business? You may be surprised to know that many of our carpet products are made from recycled materials. Carpet manufacturers are able to remove plastic from the environment & repurpose it into soft, beautiful carpeting with built-in wear & stain resistance. If you’re looking specifically for eco-friendly carpet in St. Paul, Minnesota City, or any of our local communities, ask a specialist at Hamernick’s Interior Solutions for more information. We’ll gladly point you in the right direction!
Affordability
Relative to other popular types of flooring, carpet cam be relatively inexpensive to install. Want to know about carpeting on sale in St. Paul? Ask about any promotions we may be running while you shop!
Carpet Padding
Carpet Padding
Before completing your carpet installation, make sure you select the right carpet padding, a decision that’s as important as selecting your carpet. A fuller pad can prolong the life of the carpet and should be considered when selecting carpet.
Carpet padding is not a necessity, but it is an important investment to help protect your carpet and extend its lifespan. An unseen addition installed beneath your carpet, padding serves to add extra cushion to your floors while minimizing noise and maximizing insulation. People often notice the backing to your carpet when there isn’t adequate carpet padding underneath.
Carpet padding options from Shaw range in cushion, comfort and protection. One of our flooring specialists will help you find the right balance of features for your budget.
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Hamernick's Interior Solutions is proud to be your local St. Paul & Minneapolis flooring store as well as Minnesota's largest single-source decorating center. In addition to our extensive inventory of brand-name flooring, you'll find wall coverings and furniture. Schedule an appointment today to learn more about how we can help you with your next home or commercial interior design project.
