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Flooring experts at Western Carpet One Floor & Home Tip On Choosing the Right Carpet For your Home

Western Carpet One Floor & Home is a locally owned and operated Saskatoon flooring store. They have been servicing Saskatoon and area since 1974. Their stunning showroom offers a comfortable shopping experience for every type of flooring. Whether it is Carpet, Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Laminate flooring, Cork, Sheet vinyl, or area rugs, you will find it at Western Carpet One Floor & HomeIn their latest Saskatoon flooring tip, Western Carpet provide som great expert assistance when selecting a carpet for your home! 



BEAUTIFUL AND DURABLE: CHOOSING A CARPET THAT IS BOTH


New carpet flooring can add beauty and style to any interior space. Whether you’re considering durable wall-to-wall carpeting or a bright,colorful area rug, the perfect type of carpet can enhance the rest of your room with ease. However, we know that choosing a carpet or flooring type can be a daunting task, especially when you’re considering everyday use frequented by pets accidents and the little one’s spills.


At Western Carpet One Floor & Home in Saskatoon, our flooring experts can guide you in the right direction while meeting the needs of your personal interior design scheme and lifestyle. 

 

Carpet accounts for the majority of flooring on the market and is a great option for almost any space. If you’re looking to invest in a carpet that is beautiful and durable, check out the different types and styles of carpet to find one that best suits your interior. 

 

Types of Carpet: Which One Works Best For My Home?

Choosing the most beautiful and durable carpet starts with the type of carpet that is best for your space. Part of what determines which carpet is best for your home is its specific make, and this includes understanding the differences between the main fibers and the texture of a specific carpet. 

 

There are four common fibers: 

  • Nylon

  • Polyester

  • Polypropylene

  • Wool 

 

Here’s a closer look at each fiber type and how these types of carpet can benefit your home!



Nylon Carpet

Nylon is a common carpet fiber that is incredibly durable and versatile, which makes nylon carpet a great fiber choice for many areas of the home. 

 

Some benefits of nylon include: 

  • Durability: excellent resilience to fading and stains, so it’s able to keep its appearance for longer than other options. 

  • Soft texture: Nylon carpets are also soft to the touch, and some are even engineered for increased softness. 

  • Stain-Resistant: Most nylon carpets are treated to protect against spills and stains. 

 

While nylon is an excellent choice for many spaces, it’s also important to keep in mind that there are a variety of qualities of nylon, so be sure to do your research when looking for the perfect nylon carpet in your home!

 

Polyester Carpet

Polyester carpet fibers are some of the most popular available today. Polyester carpeting is known for its durability and price point, but also for its naturally stain-resistant qualities. While polyester is not as resilient as nylon in some cases, it’s still a great choice for homes looking for both durable and beautiful carpets.

 

Did you know? Unlike nylon, polyester is naturally stain-resistant, and it’s also engineered to repel liquids from seeping below its surface! For this reason, polyester is a durable carpet option for most high-traffic living spaces, including bedrooms, living rooms, and hallways.

 

Polypropylene Carpet

Polypropylene carpet, also known as olefin, is a synthetic carpet fiber that offers unique characteristics. It is known for its wool-like appearance and is most often used to create berber carpets. While polypropylene carpet is a budget-friendly choice, it’s not necessarily the most durable. 

 

When purchasing this carpet type, keep in mind:

 

  • Unlike nylon, polypropylene does not bounce back as easily. For this reason, polypropylene carpeting works best in spaces like offices and low-traffic areas. 

  • Some Berber carpets with low piles can offer moderate durability. 

  • When it comes to stain resistance, polypropylene carpet performs well.

Wool Carpet

For a truly natural fiber option, wool carpet offers many of the same features of man-made fibers, making it a popular choice. Wool carpeting is a luxurious statement piece that is meant to last, and it is an investment. For this reason, we advise wool carpeting for low-traffic areas, including guest rooms, bedrooms, and office spaces.

 

Benefits of wool carpeting:

  • One of the many features of wool carpet is that it is hypoallergenic, so it’s perfect for those who experience allergies.

  • While wool is not as durable as nylon, it is flame and dirt-resistant. 

  • In many ways, wool carpet is a great choice for a variety of styles.

Carpet Texture: Which Texture Is Best For My Floor?

There are also four common carpet textures to explore. These carpet textures include Berber, Loop, Cut Pile, and Cut Loop. Not sure which type works best for your flooring? Here's a closer look at these carpet textures and what they can offer your space.


Berber Carpet

Berber carpet is a looped carpet tufted with thick yarn. It often has random specks of color in contrast to a base hue and is a beautiful addition to any space. 

 

Some benefits of berber carpeting include:

  • Durability

  • Stain-resistance

  • Pet and spill-proof 

 

Some common areas where Berber carpet can be installed include kids’ playrooms, bedrooms, living rooms, and offices. 

Loop Carpet

Loop carpet has yarns that are looped and uncut on the carpet surface. The pile height can vary from low, tightly constructed to a more luxurious high-level pile. 

 

Some things to consider with loop carpet:

  • Loop carpets can easily hide dirt and spills. 

  • This style is ideal for heavy traffic areas like kids’ rooms and family rooms. 

  • The shadings in this carpet will resist traffic patterns while making colors appear deeper and richer. In other words, there’s no need to vacuum every time your carpet gets walked on.

Cut Pile Carpet


Cut pile carpet consists of yarns that are cut at the ends. The soft feel of cut carpet makes it a perfect choice for the most comfortable areas of your home — bedrooms, living rooms, and family rooms.

 

There are five basic styles of cut pile carpet: 

  • Velvet

  • Saxony

  • Frieze

  • Shag

  • Cable

 

The primary difference among these styles is the number of twists in the yarns that will ultimately influence the carpet’s durability. For example, plush Saxony carpeting is often installed in formal settings, whereas textured plushes are less formal and help hide footprints and vacuum marks. There are a wide variety of looks and colors in cut-style carpets. When you’re looking for durability, remember — the tighter the twist level, the better the carpet will perform.

Cut & Loop Style Carpet


As its name suggests, cut and loop style carpet has a combination of high-cut tufts and lower loops in a variety of sculptured patterns. This is why you can find innumerable patterns in beautiful shades  of cut and loop carpets today. This type of carpet offers good performance but isslightly less durable than loop carpet. Tough and durable, cut and loop carpets can be used in any place that gets a lot of activity. These carpets are great at adding a dimension of texture that creates an enhanced plush profile and camouflages traffic patterning.

Choose The Perfect Carpet Flooring for Your Home 

Carpet flooring is often used in living rooms, bedrooms, family rooms, and kids’ playrooms because it adds a level of coziness to the interior space. The benefits to installing a carpet are endless from safety to added insulation and acoustic dampening—this is why you often find carpeting in movie theatre's because it absorbs sound.

 

Carpet For Your Family Spaces

When it comes to your living room, carpet is ideal as this is often where your family spends most of their time so why not add a little comfort? Common misperceptions about carpet for the living room include that it’s difficult to maintain. However, thanks to the latest in carpet technology, carpet is often better at hiding dirt and stains than hardwood. If you’re concerned about the kids spilling their drinks or pets making a mess on the living room floor, choose a modern carpet for the living room in a bold pattern as this makes it easier to hide any stray crumbs. 

 

Have an active family or pets? Explore durable, synthetic materials fibers that are versatile and stain-resistant, like:

  • Nylon 

  • Triexta

  • Olefin 

 

Do you require a cozy and quiet space? Consider natural wool carpeting which is unmatched in luxurious feel underfoot.

Choosing A Carpet for Bedrooms

Since the living room serves a different purpose than the bedroom, often becoming the hub of family conversations, happy hours, and late-night movie marathons, its carpet needs are a little bit different. Our bedrooms are designed for relaxation and a place to lay our heads at the end of a long day. 

 

Because of this, when choosing a bedroom carpet consider:

  • Finding a carpet with a pleasantly soft pile underfoot. 

  • Looking for plush styles in wool and nylon.

  • Your bedroom carpet likely won’t get as much foot traffic as the living room, so you can splurge on higher piles for maximum comfort.

 

Still not sure which carpet type is best for your space? Find out more about each carpet and the different types available for your home  by swinging by the store and meeting with our helpful team. Our flooring experts can help you determine which carpet works best for your space. Visit our website to find a local Carpet One near you and let us guide you to beautifully, durable carpet floors made for the modern challenges of your home today!




Western Carpet One Has Been A Trusted Saskatoon Flooring Store For 10 Years

In this series of articles, we are shining a spotlight on the Trusted Saskatoon Partners who have been with us since we launched in 2011. We want to thank them for TRUSTING our team, and we are recognizing each of them individually for providing 10 years of OUTSTANDING service to the citizens of Saskatoon and the surrounding area! In this latest article, we celebrate and recognize Western Carpet One Floor & Home - a Trusted Saskatoon Flooring Store!

We are pleased to celebrate Western Carpet One who has been a Trusted Saskatoon Flooring store for over 10 years!

The business was started by two young entrepreneurs who wanted to give people in Saskatoon great advice and outstanding service when shopping for flooring. Those same values from 47 years ago still hold true today, as David Roden, David Epp, Justin Bussiere, and Adam Brown, all co-owners, emphasize as their company culture. When talking to David Roden he always mentions that any great and successful business starts with its people. It’s that simple! Their team members, no matter what their role in the company, all contribute to their client's satisfaction, and this amazing culture is lived every day in their staff which has grown over the years to 24 today. This is truly a testament to their decades of success as being one of the top flooring stores in Saskatoon, not only because of their great selection, or amazing customer experience but because of their caring team members.

Their HUGE showroom offers a comfortable shopping experience for all types of flooring including carpet, hardwood, laminate, vinyl, and tile! Your Western Carpet One Floor & Home store is about more than just great-looking floors. Why? Because they offer the 'Beautiful Guarantee' that means you can shop with the confidence of knowing that the flooring you buy will look absolutely stunning in your home. If for any reason you're not happy - they're not happy either! Simply let them know and they'll replace it for FREE! That's just one more way your Western Carpet One Floor & Home flooring store goes above and beyond, after all, "customer service" is in everything they do!

Everyone remembers their tagline, “Beautiful Made Affordable”. Well, that is important to the team at Western Carpet One, as they are able to purchase the best, most beautiful flooring, hardwood, carpet, and tile on the market, but at the same time pass on their buying power of a large group, all while being local and independently owned. Their roots are here in Saskatchewan just like their customers! So contact them today, they’d love to help you!

“I have been a customer of Western Carpet One since I moved to Saskatoon, and have always been impressed with the selection, the staff, the service, and the commitment to community support. I have known David Roden, who everyone will recognize as the ‘voice' of the Western Carpet One radio ads since I was his radio rep in 2006. I know that he and his team truly care about this city, and they strive to be and do their best every day. Part of being trustworthy is offering consistent excellence, Western Carpet One lives up to that expectation as standard, and I am very proud to promote and support them.” 
- Sara Wheelwright, Trusted Founder

GIVING BACK IS ALWAYS IN STYLE AT WESTERN CARPET ONE

Western Carpet One is also consistently giving back to our local Saskatoon community through their Carpet One Cares initiatives supporting local charities and non-profits such as Habitat for Humanity, local Food Drives to support various groups, a yearly golf tournament, and gift card draw to support local family-owned restaurants. They are proud to support breast cancer research through Welcome-a-Cure, their exclusive Pink Ribbon Welcome Mat collection that has so far raised over $1 million across North America!

Thank you, David, and your team for providing 10 years of AMAZING service to the citizens of Saskatoon! In the last 10 years, Western Carpet One has been re-checked, re-verified and mystery shopped multiple times, and each time they pass with flying colours. They continue to be one of the top-rated flooring stores in Saskatoon and have always upheld our 5 TRUSTED GUARANTEES of service for their 10 YEARS as Trusted Saskatoon Partners. 

Western Carpet One Floor & Home is a 10 Year Trusted Saskatoon Flooring Store! 


When the Trusted Saskatoon team gives a business the 'Thumbs Up' it really means something!! So continue to use and recommend TrustedSaskatoon.com to FIND GREAT LOCAL BUSINESSES YOU CAN TRUST like Western Carpet One Floor & Home!



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Trusted Saskatoon Flooring Store Western Carpet One Floor & Home Mystery Shop!

Being a Trusted Business on the Trusted Saskatoon Directory of Excellence comes with a lot of responsibility - no other directory, advertising companies, or 'watchdog organization' puts businesses through the ongoing process we do before we promote and endorse them. 

Why Choose a Business On the Trusted Saskatoon Directory? 

All of the Trusted Saskatoon partners have to pass a unique verification process, they are then annually contracted to uphold our 5 Trusted Guarantees. The partners then become part of a local community of Saskatoon and area businesses that we promote with a strong local marketing campaign. We also have a Trusted MYSTERY SHOPPER PROGRAM. This is where we find and engage with normal everyday people, just like you, who are looking for products and services in Saskatoon and area. We approach individuals we can see are looking for a local business and we ask them to mystery shop Trusted Saskatoon Partners. Those that agree to be Trusted mystery shoppers go about their usual business, except at the end they fill out a report to tell us about the experience. We then share it with you! 


The Trusted Saskatoon team is thrilled to reveal the Western Carpet One Floor & Home Mystery Shop Report. 



Mystery Shop - Western Carpet One Floor & Home

Name of Shopper: KK



1. What was the appearance of the store/showroom?

The showroom is very impressive and I was surprised at how much space and choice I had. 

 

2. Product/industry knowledge of staff? 

The sales staff were very helpful and guided me to the best flooring options for the basement reno we are doing. 


3. Was the quote well laid out/clear? 

Yes

4. Overall experience 1-10

9/10! 


5. Would you return as a customer/recommend them to a close friend?

Yes

6. Did anyone stand out as exceptional? 

Everyone was helpful and friendly - I was impressed that my sales guy was also the installer! Our space has been transformed and the flooring was such a big part of that - we went from beige carpet to this awesome Vinyl plank product 



Please share any other comments relating to your experience with the company. 

"The installation was great and done very well. Overall, I was happy with my experience and would return."

CONGRATULATIONS on a successful mystery shop, Western Carpet OneWe are thrilled to have such amazing flooring retailers like you on our Saskatoon's directory of excellence!


Western Carpet One Floor & Home is a Trusted Saskatoon Flooring Store!

Trusted Saskatoon Flooring Experts at Western Carpet One Share 6 Basement Ideas and Design Inspiration

Western Carpet One Floor & Home is a locally owned and operated servicing Saskatoon and area since 1974. They are a full-service store offering no charge estimates and full installation on all flooring products. A newly expanded stunning showroom offers a comfortable shopping experience for every type of flooring. Whether it is Carpet, Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Laminate flooring, Cork, Sheet vinyl, or area rugs, you will find it at Western Carpet One Floor & Home a Trusted Saskatoon Flooring Store. In their latest Saskatoon flooring tip, Western Carpet shares finished basement ideas.

Basements can be tough rooms to decorate. They usually just turn into a random storage place with boxes, unused items, and holiday decorations. Let's change that and make it a room you would actually enjoy living in. Here are some of our favorite basement design ideas.

Basement Idea #1: Playroom

If you have younger children a playroom is the perfect basement design idea for your home. Keeping all of their toys and games out of the way and in a neat and organized fashion creates a great use of your finished basement space.

Basement Idea #2: Game Room, Bar, or Theater

If you have older kids a game room or home theater may be a more functional basement design idea. A game room or theater is not only going to be fun for the kids but for you and any guests that come as well. These ideas are ways for you, your friends, and your family to enjoy themselves, relax and let out some stress. A game room doesn't have to consist of much. It can be as simple as a pool or Foosball table. Having a bar close to your game room would be a perfect place to entertain and enjoy each other's company. With a large screen with comfy seating right in the same area, you will be all set to let loose, watch a movie, and play some games.

Basement Idea #3: Wine Cellar

If you are an avid wine lover, then this finished basement design idea is the one for you. Having a place to house your wine collection is a great way to make use of your basement space. Wine can take up a lot of room if you have enough of it, that is why having a way to store them all like with class refrigerated cabinets or wine racks will certainly come in handy.

Basement Idea #4: Home Office

Do you work from home but are lacking a dedicated room? Or do you simply need a quieter space to keep up with household bills? If your answer is yes, then a home office is the ideal basement design idea for your home. A corner space allows you to get creative with your basement office design, while a nearby filing cabinet keeps all your paperwork hidden and organized.

Basement Idea #5: Home Gym

If you are someone who works out you may want to invest in your own personal gym. Finished basements typically offer ample space making it the ideal place for large pieces of exercise equipment and allowing for room to move freely no matter what type of workout you prefer.

Basement Idea #6: In-Law Suite

If you are someone who has your in-laws or guests over regularly but is currently limited on space, converting your basement into an in-law suite would be the best way to use that space.


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Trusted Saskatoon Flooring Pros at Western Carpet One Explain Why Choose Stain-Resistant Carpet

Western Carpet One Floor & Home is a locally owned and operated servicing Saskatoon and area since 1974. They are a full-service store offering no charge estimates and full installation on all flooring products. A newly expanded stunning showroom offers a comfortable shopping experience for every type of flooring. Whether it is Carpet, Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Laminate flooring, Cork, Sheet vinyl or area rugs, you will find it at Western Carpet One Floor & Home a Trusted Saskatoon Flooring Store. In their latest Saskatoon flooring tip Western Carpet shares why you should have stain-resistant carpet.

2020’s top flooring trends are all about combining both style and practicality. After all, what better way to enhance the look and feel of your home than by choosing products that work well with your life and your design goals? By incorporating both together, you’ll be happier, you’ll have more time, and you’ll fall more in love every day with your next flooring investment.




With improving technologies and ever-changing styles, it may seem like there are tons of products to choose from, but there’s one top option that never goes out of style: comfortable, functional carpet. We’ve put together a list of the top reasons why stain-resistant carpet could be just what you’re looking for this year. 


Stain Resistant Carpet and Tough Spills:

One of the many reasons why stain-resistant carpet is increasingly popular is because of its ability to handle nearly any spill, stain, or accident. While there’s no telling when or where a mishap will occur, you can bet that stain-resistant carpet will have your back. Mud tracked in from a guest’s shoes, babies throwing their cheerios on the ground, and dropping a glass of milk won’t wreak havoc when you choose one of our stain-resistant carpets. Unlike in year’s past where a liquid spill would mean a lifetime stain or a professional steam cleaning required, today’s carpet will be ready for whenever life happens – just one of the many reasons to opt for stain-resistant carpet this year! 


Durability of Stain Resistant Carpet:

Not only is stain-resistant carpet prepared for your life as far as spills and stains, but it’s also ready to take on the tough wear and tear of foot traffic, kids, and pets. With extra-durable fibers that are built-in to carpet from our exclusive brand, Relax, it’s…Lees®, you can trust that your home is ready for the most demanding days you’ve ever experienced. Days where puppies, babies, and teenagers make messes all at the same time won’t stand a chance against taking down these stain-resistant carpets. 


Low-maintenance Stain Resistant Carpet:

Who wants to spend hours taking care of a home? When you have other plans for the day, keeping your home in tip-top shape should be quick and easy. Consider stain-resistant carpets because they are low-maintenance, easy to clean, and provide effortless beauty to your space without the excessive cleaning routine. Thanks to the added stain-resistance in these carpets, you’ll be able to clean up spills that sit on top of the surface, rather than having to scrub deep into the fibers and carpet backing below. This makes for a simple cleaning regimen that won’t leave you exhausted at the end of a long day. 


Soft Stain Resistant Carpet:

Because stain-resistant carpet is a soft-surface flooring material, you can expect that it will add warmth, comfort, and luxury to any room. With added softness like the exclusive Innovia Xtreme Clean™ Dream technology, you’ll feel cozy and comfy in any room you install carpet. Your feet will thank you for a soft place to land at the beginning or end of any day, and your home may even experience improved energy efficiency. In the colder months, you won’t have to worry about wearing slippers or socks, as your soft stain resistant carpet will ensure that your floors are just as warm as they need to be. 


Stylish Designs:

While it’s true that stain-resistant carpet provides the practicality that most homes need, it’s also true that the available designs are made to complement nearly any design style. From modern, eclectic styles to bold, bright designs and everything in between, you may be surprised to find that you can achieve the design you’ve always dreamed of while also increasing the functionality of your home. You no longer have to choose between one or the other–you can get both!


Versatility of Installation:

Unlike when carpet first came out into the flooring world, today’s carpet can be installed in a multitude of areas. Because stain-resistant carpets are equipped with stain-fighting technology, increased durability, and impressive strength, they can be installed as not only a feature room flooring but also a whole-home solution. Living rooms, bedrooms, hallways, staircases, dining rooms, and offices are just a few examples of where stain-resistant carpet could be perfect for your home. Do you have a playroom for your young children? You can teach them how to crawl and walk on carpet, allowing them to experience a soft place to land, and you can do it all without worrying about what will happen if they spill their milk, which is seemingly inevitable! 


Finding ways to create a space that reflects not only your design goals, but also the needs of you, your family, and your pets, is increasingly important in today’s world. When it comes to selecting just one product, we recommend taking a look at your home’s activity levels, your desired look, and the features that you need out of your flooring. Stain-resistant carpet checks many of the most-needed boxes for homes that want to stay stylish, while also contributing to the overall warmth, visual appeal and practicality of a home. So, what is the best stain-resistant carpet for your home? Check out our exclusive brands, Relax, it’s Lees® and Innovia Touch Xtreme Clean™ to get a glimpse of the beauty and efficiency you could have in your space. 

 


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