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Axminster Carpets

The Carpet Foundation Suitability Evaluation System

Using British Standard (BS) and International (ISO) carpet tests, the following key characteristics for carpet suitability are scientifically measured.

Tuft density - the number of tufts in a unit area
Surface pile weight - the weight of pile in a unit area
Surface pile height - the height of the pile above the backing
Pile yarn fibres used - the type of fibre used in the surface pile yarn
Appearance retention - how the carpet will perform in use.

In addition, carpet is tested for flammability, using one of two recognised BS tests.

Please choose a section:

• Understanding colour
• Buying a carpet
• Planning each room
• Using textures
• Pattern or plain - how to decide
• The advantages of carpet
• Affiliation and certification
• The Carpet Fundation Suitability Foundation System
• The Quality Mark Awards Process
• Independant monitoring