Carpet rarely wears out in terms of fiber wearing away,rather its appearance simply deteriorates over time to a point at which it is no longer acceptable. Experience has shown that proper maintenance can help reduce the rate in which a carpets appearance changes. The information in this page pertains to carpets made of synthetic, or man-made, fibers and may not be appropriate for natural fibers such as wool. Try to keep your sidewalks and entrance ways free of excessive dirt and substances which can be tracked into the home. Good pad not only gives better resilience underfoot, but it can also add to the life of your carpet.
Some carpets carry warranties with specific density and thickness requirements.
Before purchasing your carpet pad, review your warranty. Move heavy furniture occasionally to avoid excessive pile crushing. Put coasters intended for use with carpet under the legs of tables, chairs, and other furniture to help distribute the weight and prevent crushing the pile. Do not use chairs or appliances with rollers or casters on carpet without a chair pad designed for carpet. Continued use without a chair pad can cause damage to the carpet.