This floor 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 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 hall 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 hallway.This floor runner has a latex, gel backing. This means that the carpet runner is nonslip and will not move on hard floorings such as wood, vinyl, or ceramic tiles. It is also anti-slip on carpet but the effectiveness depends on the thickness of the carpet it is sat on. The thicker the carpet, the less effective it will be. Whilst being non-slip, the backing is also 100% waterproof and rot-proof. This ensures that the carpet will not shrink or wrinkle once it dries out from being wet. This floor carpet runner is ideal for hallways, kitchens, and caravans.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 66cm x 210cm
