Uncut pile, also known as loop pile or rounded loops, is a finish of
the fabric without cutting the yarns. The Fabrics with uncut pile is
very strong because the loops of the yarn run continuously from face of
the carpet through its back. Added backing helps to strengthen it
further. The regularity or irregularity of the loops, the height and
texture of the yarn is determined by the surface and texture of the
uncut pile. The strongest carpet is made with uncut pile weave. Uncut pile has clear detail in design. It is soft, beautiful and hugs the floor better. It has more longevity than other carpet weaves. Hand towels, bath towels, extra large and beach towels are uncut piles for greater wear of the fabric.
Fabrics with Uncut Pile
- Terry Cloth
- Terry Velour - A pile weave cotton fabric with an uncut
pile on one side and a cut pile on the reverse side.
- Moquette - A warp-pile upholstery fabric. The pile may
be either cut or uncut, or patterned with cut and uncut pile.
- French Terry - A knitted fabric that is smooth on one
side and has an uncut loop pile on the underside. Not quite as heavy
as Fleece.
- Frise - Made usually with uncut loops in all-over
pattern.
- Cisele Velvet - A velvet with a pattern formed by contrast in cut and uncut loops.
