What Kind of Padding is Best for Berber Carpet?

by DoItYourself Staff

A berber carpet is an investment for your home and something that you will need to look after. Choosing the carpet is just the beginning of laying the new carpet in your home. You will also need to choose the right type of carpet padding, or carpet cushioning. The carpet padding will help your carpet stand the test of time. It will encourage the carpet to resist furniture leaving depressions and it will help the carpet feel plush and comfortable under foot. Here is guide to the different types and make-ups of padding. Take it along with you the next time you are out shopping for new berber carpet.

Waffle Rubber

This type of padding is used sparingly in the market today. The pad is characterized by the waffle like pattern. This waffle pattern is what is responsible for giving your padding the thickness it needs. If rated less than 90 ounces, the pad renders itself useless for most berber carpets. If you opt for this pad, make sure it is of the proper weight to withstand the plastic backed berber carpet overlay.

Foam Padding

If you install berber carpet and it is in a low traffic area or in a room that is meant to be a guest room or a show room, you are safe with this type of padding. Foam padding does not withstand foot traffic well. Since air is gathered in between the foam particles, constant wear by feet causes the padding to crunch down. This will quickly make your berber carpet look awful.