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What is Type 6 Nylon?

July 12, 2017 by Flooristics staff 5 Comments

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type 6 nylonThe most popular material used for carpet fiber today is nylon. Besides being durable and easy to care for, nylon carpets are extremely beautiful. Because it is a synthetic fiber, nylon is also affordable and plentiful. It is also resilient, strong, and stands up to pressure quite well. All these characteristics make nylon ideal for carpet fibers, so it’s easy to see why people seek it out.

Manufacturers use Type 6 nylon as one of the two types of nylon strands in carpeting. The other is type 6,6. They are so named because of their chemical components. Type 6 nylon is the most common synthetic carpet fiber and boasts color fastness, static resistance, durability, and strength. Carpets made from this kind of nylon come in a range of colors and prices, making them a fine choice for all kinds of applications.

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