The key to choosing the right carpet is knowing how to decipher the information on label. Although labels vary by manufacturer, below are some helpful terms and definitions that typically appear. Carpet bearing the Wear-Dated® carpet fiber logo assures you of the highest quality materials and technology available. Before any carpet earns the famous Wear-Dated® carpet fiber label, it must pass rigorous tests and meet exacting standards for construction.

(01) Brand name

Brand name refers to a Carpet Manufacturer, a carpet maker’s brand name, or a retailer’s brand name.

(02) Collection name

Collections are groupings of carpets that usually have a common look (casual, formal) or quality level.

(03) Construction specifications

Construction attributes define how carpet is made including measures of twist, density, and weight. To find out more, visit What to look for in a durable carpet.

(04) Certifications

Often carpets are certified by independent agencies such as CRI (Carpet and Rug Institute) or FHA (Federal Housing Administration). Their logos will appear on certified carpets. To find out more, visit Wear-Dated® testing & certification.

(05) Descriptive information

Manufacturer’s description of the product.

(06) Style: Manufacturer’s style name or number.

Color: Manufacturer’s color name or number.
Pile content (or Fiber Type): This defines the basic material the carpet is made from such as “ Wear-Dated® nylon” or “Solutia Wear-Dated® Nylon 6,6”.
Pattern repeat: Size of the pattern if any.
Width: Width of the carpet roll, usually 12 or 15 feet.
Warranty summary: Identifies what warranties apply from both the fiber and carpet manufacturer. To find out more, visit Wear-Dated® warranty services.