Underlay is measured on two factors the thickness of the underlay e g.
Carpet thickness nz.
Get to know the basics below to decide which.
As a general rule the higher these numbers the more luxurious and supportive the carpet underlay will feel.
Initial mean pile thickness determined in as nzs 21 1 1 5 1996 mean thickness loss after 24 hours loading and 24 hours recovery mean thickness loss calculated as a of original pile thickness 8 0 mm 1 8 mm 22 7 0 0.
Density ranges from 80kg and 120kg per cubic metre and thickness between 8mm and 11mm.
These two qualities make up the rating of the product and is what each product is known by e g.
Carpet density is basically a combination of height and thickness.
Here s the deal overall thickness of the underlay does not indicate quality.
11mm and the density of the underlay e g.
Carpet jacobsen are the new zealand distributors for a wide range of carpet options including carpet tiles specialty broadloom and axminster.
Anything between 10mm and 12mm is recommended for luxury and comfort.
Together they are key factors in your carpet s look and feel and they also influence its resilience and durability.
Not too thin and not too high.
Carpet adds style warmth and comfort to your home but with so many colours and materials to choose from it s hard to know where to start.
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The consumer nz guide to buying carpet.
Join consumer log in donate 1 august 2012 how to buy carpet our guide explains what to look for when you re buying new carpet.
You can go and spend all that hard earned money on carpet and get a really disappointing result if you choose the wrong underlay.
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