Knit and flocked carpets represent a very small percentage of the total carpet production in the United States. Knit carpet is made by a process similar to hand knitting. A coat of latex and secondary backing material is applied to the fabric back to provide dimensional stability and strength. Some variation in color, pattern and texture is possible in knit carpet. Flocked carpet resembles velour.
Flocked carpets are resilient and crush-resistant.
A secondary backing material usually is applied to this structure, adding body and dimensional stability. Texture Texture selection is determined by personal taste, furnishing and lifestyle. Options range from smooth velvet plush to rough, bulky Berbers. Texture is created by the size of the yarns, the twist of the yarns and the surface structure of the finished carpet. Most carpet originally is constructed in a loop pile surface.