Material Composition | All settings (home, office, etc.) | Industry: 100% polyester (common, affordable) Base: 80% acrylic + 20% cotton (softness, durability) ▲ (ISO 1806: 20,000 double rubs) Advanced: 100% premium acrylic + anti-static (ASTM D1505: <0.5 static volts) ▲▲ | Base offers superior softness and durability over industry standards. Advanced reduces static cling in dry climates. | Industry standard may pill/fade faster. Advanced is less breathable and costlier. |
Backing Material | High-traffic areas, bathrooms | Industry: Basic latex (slip resistance: 0.5 coefficient) Base: Cotton (0.6 ▲ (ASTM D2047)) Advanced: Anti-slip rubber (0.8 ▲▲ (EN 13782)) | Base improves grip over industry standards. Advanced prevents sliding on wet surfaces. | Industry backing may peel over time. Advanced is heavier and less portable. |
Pile Height | Living rooms, seating areas | Industry: Medium pile (0.5 inches ISO 9073-1) Base: High pile (0.75 inches ▲ (ISO 9073-1)) Advanced: Extra high pile (1.0 inches ▲▲ (ISO 9073-1)) | Base provides better cushioning. Advanced enhances comfort for seating. | Industry standard feels thin. Advanced traps more dirt. |
Washability | Daily cleaning needs | Industry: Hand wash only (AATCC 16-2017) Base: Machine washable (up to 30°C ▲ (AATCC 16-2017)) Advanced: Machine washable up to 60°C ▲▲ (AATCC 16-2017) | Base simplifies cleaning. Advanced withstands hotter washes for deeper cleaning. | Industry requires hand washing. Advanced may shrink slightly. |
Pet-Friendly Features | Homes with pets | Industry: Basic stain resistance (ASTM D5116: 3/5) Base: Stain-resistant coating (4/5 ▲ (ASTM D5116)) Advanced: Deep pile + anti-shed (5/5 ▲▲ (ISO 12945)) | Base resists more stains than industry standards. Advanced reduces pet hair shedding. | Industry stains easily. Advanced requires frequent vacuuming. |
Anti-Bacterial Properties | Healthcare facilities, nurseries | Industry: No treatment (0% reduction) Base: Silver-ion treatment (99% ▲ (JIS L 1902)) Advanced: Copper-ion + silver (99.9% ▲▲ (JIS L 1902)) | Base kills most bacteria. Advanced provides hospital-grade protection. | Industry offers no bacterial control. Advanced is costlier. |