Definitions

• The key terms necessary for learning about piece-dyed carpets are as follows:
  
  Primary backing: A woven or nonwoven fabric where yarn is inserted by tufting needles.
  
  Secondary backing: Fabric that is laminated to the back of the tufted carpet as a finishing process as well as to add dimension and structure to the carpet itself.
  
  Tufted: The process of inserting yarn through a carpet-backing fabric and creating the carpet surface with the loops or cut ends.
  
  Post-dyed method: This carpet-dying method takes place before the tufted fabric is affixed to the carpet backing.
  
  Piece-dyed carpets: Also known as "beck-dyed" carpets, piece-dyed carpets are dyed in a large roll by being submersed in water and pigment.
  
  

Piece Dyed Method

• The process of piece dyeing carpet is considered a post-dyed method. The reason behind this classification is because piece-dyed carpets receive their pigment after the tufted fabric is adhered to the initial backing but not before the final process, such as not until the application of the secondary backing is completed. During the piece-dyeing process, large rolls of tufted fabric are submersed in vats of the properly colored water. The time specifications for this process are determined by the chosen color and the amount of carpet being dyed.
  
  

Benefits

• The primary benefits of purchasing carpet made through a piece-dyed process are the excellent color saturation as well as the color consistency throughout the entire piece of flooring. Since the carpet is dyed in one large roll, piece-dyed carpets maintain even color tone and quality. This benefit makes piece-dyed carpets especially useful when looking for custom or vibrant carpet colors.
  
  

Considerations

• As you determine how you want to incorporate piece-dyed carpet into your home, make note of these following considerations:
  
  When choosing the color of your carpet, analyze if the color will last for years in regard to home décor trends and your own personal style.
  
  Think about your lifestyle. If you have children and pets, ensure that the color choice allows for easy stain removal. In addition, take your own cleaning schedule into account. Depending on how often you vacuum your floors, contemplate how much dirt and debris your carpet will show between cleanings.
  
  Remember that carpet color can appear different in alternate types of light.