Cut pile is a carpet fabric. In this type of weave the face of the
carpet is composed of cut ends of pile yarn. The tops of the loops are
cut in an uniform length. It is one of the most popular constructions
for carpets. It is durable but the durability depends upon the type of
fiber, density of the tufts and the amount of twist in the yarn. The cut pile is always twisted so that the shape is maintained uniformly. The tighter the twist is, the less bulky is the carpet, which does not show the footprints. Looser twisting creates a luxurious look and feel but it does not hold its shape well.
Fabrics with Cut Pile
- Cisele Velvet
- Velvet Satin
- Velour - Heavier than velvet.
- Saxony - This is a dense cut pile where the yarns are treated to make each tuft end distinguishable at the surface.
