Wool and Wool Carpet Properties
Wool Fiber Properties
Wool and Wool Carpet Properties (Carpet & Rugs)
Floor Detective® Claims and Conditions Guide
Summary
Wool is a natural protein-based carpet fiber with performance characteristics that differ significantly from synthetic materials. Its behavior is strongly influenced by moisture exposure, maintenance practices, cleaning chemistry, traffic, and environmental conditions. Many appearance changes observed in wool carpets and rugs reflect inherent fiber properties rather than manufacturing irregularities. Wool remains hygroscopic throughout its service life and continually exchanges moisture with surrounding air. Because wool responds differently than
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