Although both have a sheared pile finish and offer a long lifespan, twist and Saxony carpets differ in carpet fibre density and their finishes.
Twist carpets have an incredibly short and dense carpet pile compared to Saxony types, which gives them a coarse and textured finish. Due to the shortness of the fibres, twist carpets are hard and won’t show vacuum lines or footprints. This type of carpet is perfect for high-traffic areas such as stairs as it’s incredibly hardwearing and durable.
On the other hand, Saxony carpets will show that ‘recently vacuumed look’ due to their deep pile and soft finish. Saxony types exude luxury and are ideal for bedrooms that don’t receive as much traffic as they show up footprints, which you may not want.
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