This stair carpet runner is made using a flatweave technique and is made for maximum durability. A flatweave is more commonly known as a basketweave. Traditionally, flatweave carpets are made using natural fibre such as Sisal or Wool. However, this stair carpet is made using a man-made fibre (Polypropylene) that is a fraction of the price of a naturally made carpet, but just as durable.The pile of this carpet runner is extremely durable and will not flatten down as there is no pile to do so. Due to the cleverly woven construction of this pile, this is great for pets as the runner is pretty much indestructible. It has been classified as a heavy domestic product, which means that it is suitable in high-traffic areas in all domestic locations, especially the staircase.This stair runner has latex, gel backing. This means that the runner is non-slip and grips pretty much any surface. Also, it means that it can be fitted on the stairs without gripper and underlay and simply fixed to the stairs using adhesive, staples or stair rods. Underlay and gripper can still be used but it is not a necessity. The gel backing makes the stair carpet 100% waterproof and rot-proof, meaning that spillages will never cause the product to shrink.The texture of this carpet is fairly coarse, it has a firm feel and offers little comfort. This product is not made to be luxurious, it is made to be very durable and practical. The carpet is made using a fibre called Polypropylene. Polypropylene is a man-made fibre that has fantastic properties and advantages. This carpet is 100% bleach-proof and stain-resistant. It is also resistant to fading from UV sunlight. It is anti-static and mothproof. The product has a low radius of ignition and has been hot nut tested to comply with (BS 4790). Rug Size: Runner 66 x 780cm
