Many people decide to put carpet in their basement for many different reasons. Sometime there is a need for basement carpet, because the laundry room is in the basement. Other times people decide to use their basement as a family room or a recreational room.

There are many things that should be taken into consideration when choosing basement carpet Some of the most important things to consider are function, style and price.   This guide will address all of these things and hopefully help you to gain a better understanding of what type of carpet will work best for your needs.

Function

Is one of the most important things to consider when you are choosing basement carpet? You should first decide what purpose your room will serve. If you are going to use the basement for a family room then you will want a carpet that is more durable and will hold up for a long time. There are many different types of carpet that will hold up well to heavy traffic areas. If the room is not going to be used very often then you will have a wider verity of choices available to you. There are so many style of carpet available today that you will be sure to find something those suites your taste.

Style

Textured – Textured basement carpet is a very popular style. It is making of yarn that twist’s one direction and then the other. This makes the carpet appear two-toned. Since the surface of the carpet is textured it makes it the perfect carpet for hiding footprints as well as vacuum marks.  This carpet creates a casual style that is perfect for any area where there is a lot of activity.

Berber- Berber carpet is sometimes referred to as looped carpet. It is made from yarn loops that are usually the same level; however in some cases it can be found in multi level styles. Berber is often made out of nylon and other blended carpet fibers. Berber comes in a verity of colors and styles. This is great carpet for a basement, because it is very durable. It will hold up well and last for many years.

Cable – Cable style basement carpet is made out of a longer thicker yarn. This makes the carpet very soft and plush. This is a great carpet for a basement that is going to have a lot of activity. Because, the carpet is so soft it tends to show footprints and other marks.

Saxony- Saxony is a single pile carpet that is made from twisted strands of yarn. Saxony is a heat set carpet. It is not a very formal carpet that is used in many apartments and rental homes.

Pricing

Pricing for basement carpet usually begins at around $7-$8 per square yard. Of course, the prices for carpet very. Higher end carpets are more expensive. Apartment grade carpet can be obtained at a lower price. Another thing that you will want to consider about price is the cost of the instillation and padding. Padding and instillation can cost an additional $4-$11 per square yard. There are some other things that will affect the pricing of the carpet as well, such as stain-resistance features and brand name.