Is Plush Carpet Good For Me? (6 Facts To Consider)

Going through many types of carpets with various synthetic fibers as options, plush certainly never got off my mind.

Why?……. Obviously, because they look so elegant like floating clouds, and soft like a kitten’s fur🐈‍ If you are familiar with the idea of ultra plush cut pile carpet then I’m sure you can relate. 🥺

But I wonder really is plush carpet good! I’m not sure.

However, after doing some research, and comparing plush carpets vs. low carpets I found out that…

To decide if it is good for you or not, evaluate its-

1. Pile height
2. Pile density
3. Twist level
4. Color and pattern
5. Durability against price
6. Stain and soil resistance

I bet you are itching to know more, aren’t you? So, let’s not waste any more time and dive in.

Is Plush Carpet Good? How Do I Know?

I’ve seen here and there that plush carpets are replaced only 10 years or so. Many also claim that within 5-10 years these carpets start showing signs of rips, tears, and stains.

But I feel like I need a more detailed explanation, don’t you?

After all Comfortable carpets with popular styles turn out to be an excellent choice among natural fiber carpets such as wool carpets.

Pile height

What do you think to be the first reason for this type of carpet being so great? Can you guess?

“After all, the longer the pile is evidently the softer the rug would feel to you. But, of course, the quality of the material used in making it also plays a big role.”

I think of it most when it’s about Berber carpet.

That is the very feature of synthetic materials which makes it a great reason for your kids to play around safe and comfy, won’t you agree?

Pile Density

Next up is the pile density. You see, most residential plush carpets have the usual face aka pile weights of between 35 and 60 ounces and pile height of 0.75 inches.

Based on the Average Pile Yarn Density (APYD) formula which results in – 

60 x 36 / 0.75 = 2880

So, surely they’ll have a density of 2,880 ounces per cubic yard. But did you know –

“This value can range up to 7000 ounces per cupid yard. In fact, most consumers tend to choose 2500 to 2900+ ounces turns for better durability factors.”

Durability Against Price

The third factor that makes plush carpet good for you is its durability against price. Based on which material you may be considering for your carpet the price will differ proportionally.

Take a look at the table which will give you a brief idea about what I’m trying to explain.

SL	Material	Durability (Approx.)	Price per square foot
1.	Nylon	10-20 years	$0.75 – $9.00
2.	Triexta	10-15 years	$1.50 – $7.00
3.	Polyester	5-10 years	$0.50 – $6.00
4.	Wool	10-25 years	$3.00 – $21.00

But as you can see on my comparison table the durability can vary based on material and so the price too.

“I hope this helps you make a better-informed decision for yourself☺️ Surely you are able to tell quite a bit if the plush carpet is good for you or not!!”

What Has Considered A Good Plush Carpet?

The pile height, pile density, durability against price, etc is one thing. But there’s more to it when defining a good plush carpet I suppose.

• Twist level
• Color and pattern
• Stain and soil resistance

These also work as the key factors that are considered for a good plush carpet.

That’s why I’m gonna explain these to you as well. This should help you enough to make a WELL-INFORMED DECISION for yourself.

Twist Level-

It is said that carpets with a higher twist level such as 5 twists per inch are more resilient.

If you are about to ask, does plush carpet show footprints? Be aware that twist levels are less likely to show footprints.

Stain and Soil Resistance-

Many brand offers built-in stain resistance and soil resistance treatments. They even claim a guarantee for these features.

Surely these soft texture carpets can be quite a pain for regular maintenance. You should definitely look for it before buying nylon carpets or wool carpets!!

Color and Pattern-

Plush carpets are available in the market with a really wide range of colors and resign as well. I personally prefer darker colors and multi-tonal designs. Because they are better at hiding footprints and dirt.

“I’ve learned from carpet experts that velvet pile carpets used to be the favorite choice for regular carpets back in 19’s.”

They preferred cozy carpets so much that their master bedroom, primary bedrooms, or any other moderate foot traffic area used to be covered with velvety surfaces for sure.

However, plush pile carpeting with lighter colors isn’t very wasn’t very popular option even for them.

Is Plush Carpets A Good Choice For High-Traffic Areas?

Nope, plush carpets are not a good choice for high-traffic areas. And not just me but carpet manufacturers and consumers claim the same thoughts about plush too.

Homes with pets are especially unsuitable. While actively playing around low-pile carpets can hold good but plush texture cut-pile carpets or loop-pile carpets simply can’t…

Besides pet owners report that these can pose respiratory issues for your furry friend.

Is Plush Carpet Good For Stairs

Besides don’t stairs count as being the most high-traffic area in your house?

“On stairs, I would suggest a carpet of 1/2″ or less Pile Height, Padding Thickness of 7/16″ or less, and a Pile Density Rating of at least 8 pounds.” – and none of it supports the idea of using plush carpet for stairs.

Also, maintaining cleanliness with plush carpet on stairs is …just say sort of a nightmare.

Is Plush Carpet Durable

Yes, plush carpet is durable if you care and maintain it well.

Also, practice being extra careful not to cause mess or spills in precise. Even if there’s an accidental spill or other sort of mess you should clean it immediately and deeply.

If you do so already, then you can rest assured. Your carpet is gonna last at least for 10-15 years to come. No questions asked

I think now you know if you should really consider plush to be good for you or not. But but but…. There can be scenarios even I don’t know about. If there is I would surely love to know…. Share your thoughts too, will you?

• Your information was quite helpful thank you for that dear.
• It’s good and all but not for high traffic. Really, are you playing partially?
• Have babies who like to play on the floor. So, I think plush would be my thing.
• Please stop wasting our time with these dumb questions.

Regardless of what you think of me and my content, I care. And as a fellow researcher about daily life like you, I think you’d appreciate a visual explanation. If so, do watch this video too.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Now Make your Decision

So, the moral of the story is whether plush carpet is good or not, totally depends on your preference and where you are going to install it.

My simple suggestion for you is to consider the installation area and your budget carefully before you decide on anything. After all its quality depends highly on its build and material. And how good and durable the material would be, depends on your budget.

Happy carpeting.✨