Chicago Frieze Carpet
Frieze carpet is a type of cut pile carpet which is made from twisted fibers. The individual curling fibers in the carpet create a slightly informal look which hides a multitude of sins. For this reason, frieze carpet is sometimes recommended for high traffic areas, as it will not show footprints and dirt as readily as some other styles of carpet.
This type of Chicago carpeting is made by knotting the pile through a stiff, resilient backing and then shearing it to ensure that it is all the same length. The fibers used in frieze carpeting are lightly twisted so that they are resilient and springy, and they are typically made from very soft textiles so that the carpet will feel pleasant on bare feet. Frieze carpet can be installed as wall to wall flooring, and it is also possible to find area rugs in a frieze pile design. This style of carpet is for the discretionary Chicago carpet buyer who wants a more subtle casual look. Many customers think of the 1970's shag when they see a frieze. This is not the case as the yarn is denser and shorter and will never need to be raked to look nice. A frieze is a very low maintenance Chicago carpet.
