Carpet & Carpet Tile

Explore Area Rugs, Carpet and Carpet Tile at Lowe’s

Rugs and Carpeting for Your Home
Choosing new carpeting for your home can be a fun process, allowing you to creatively design your room’s flooring to your ideal specifications. Carpeting and carpet tiles come in a range of colors, materials and patterns for you to compare. There are also carpets made for specific areas, such as indoor or outdoor carpets, marine and boat carpets, and commercial carpets. Consider the various options and features, as your new carpeting will likely be a part of your space for years to come.

Carpet Types and Locations

The type of carpet you choose should be influenced by the area you intend to place it in. Bedroom carpet is often plush, giving the room a luxurious and elegant feel. For your living room, you may want a stain-resistant carpet, such as those offered by STAINMASTER®. As for style, there are several options that are designed to suit specific needs.

Berber carpet is a densely woven, knotted carpet that’s good for areas with high foot traffic. You’ll often see it in offices and home basements. Textured carpet tends to be popular for stairs, offering some grip and helping to hide dirt and marks. Shag carpet, patterned carpet, carpet tiles and needlebond carpet are other types to consider.

Visiting us to pick up a few carpet samples is a great way to experience the look and feel of your potential new carpet before buying.

Carpet Installation

If you plan to install your carpet yourself, we offer carpet tools and accessories that’ll help you get started. The right equipment is necessary for installing carpet correctly the first time. Carpet cutters and carpet staplers allow you to cut and affix pieces of carpet to the floor. Carpet seam rollers bring carpet fibers together to hide the seams between carpet pieces. Knee kickers are needed to stretch carpet during installation, and carpet tucking tools help with the finishing touches and final fit.

If you want some extra help with the task, we can help with installation. Plus, enjoy peace of mind with your flooring purchase with the STAINMASTER Flooring Promise™: If you don’t love the look of your new floors, we’ll replace them. Terms and restrictions apply.

Area Rugs

In addition to providing the benefits of carpeting, area rugs are easy to remove and clean. They’re perfect for hardwood floors. They can make walking around your home more pleasant for people and pets. A living room rug is a great addition that makes the center of your home feel more comfortable. There are also washable rugs available as a low-maintenance option.

Don’t forget to pick up a rug pad to sit underneath your new rug. It’ll protect your floors and keep your rug lying flat, helping to prevent slipping and tripping.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What are the three basic styles of carpet?

A: Cut pile, loop pile, and a combination of cut and loop pile are the three basic styles. Cut pile has fibers that are threaded through the carpet backing and twisted, creating loops which are then cut at the top. The tighter the twist, the more durable the carpet. Loop pile is made of durable fibers that are also formed into loops. However, these loops aren’t cut. Variations of loop pile include level loop, where the loops in the carpet are the same size, and textured loop, where the loops have slight height differences. Textured loop carpet rarely shows vacuum lines or footprints. Cut and loop pile is a combination of cut and loop fibers, which create a geometric or abstract design.

Q: Do carpet tiles need to be glued down?

A: Carpet tiles are a lightweight alternative to traditional rolled carpet. Their versatility makes them a popular option for many homes. Some carpet tiles come with adhesives and adhesive backing, while others are peel-and-stick. For carpet tiles that don’t fall in either category, use adhesive or double-sided tape to keep the tiles from sliding or the corners from lifting.

Q: How long should carpet last?

A: On average, carpet should last from five to 15 years. Several factors affect how long carpet lasts, including the quality of the carpet, the amount of foot traffic it receives and its placement in the home.