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If you are considering purchasing new carpet, there are many different types to choose from. There are some things you should consider before purchasing carpet. In this article I will try to explain the different styles of carpet and the fibers by which they are made. Let me begin by going over the fiber type from which carpet is made. Carpet is made from nylon, olefin (polypropylene) and polyester (essentially the same as olefin) and wool. As far as durability goes, wool is the most durable fiber; nylon would come next with polyester and olefin being the least durable of the fibers. As you can well imagine, the more durable the carpet, the more expensive it will be. If you want to get your money out of your carpet I recommend buying the best padding. A denser pad will extend the life of your carpet. A dense pad acts like a shock absorber to your carpet fibers. There are also many different types of padding as well. The three main types of carpet padding are re-bond, rubber, (waffle pa...