Carpet

Frequently Asked Questions about Carpet

Is Godfrey Hirst carpet New Zealand made?

Yes. Godfrey Hirst manufactures carpet at its facility in the Auckland based factory - New Zealands largest and longest-standing domestic carpet manufacturers. New Zealand-made carpet is available across the Wool, SDN, and polyester, ranges. The Triexta range is produced in Australia, where Godfrey Hirst also operates manufacturing facilities.

What's the difference between cut pile and loop pile carpet?

Cut pile carpet has yarn tufts cut at the top, creating a smooth, soft surface - styles include plush (dense, velvety), twist (twisted yarn ends for resilience), and velvet. Loop pile carpet has uncut loops at the surface, making it durable and suited to high-traffic areas - styles include level loop and multi-level loop. Cut and loop combines both to create textured surface patterns. Godfrey Hirst offers all three pile styles.

What is the best carpet for bedrooms?

Bedrooms are ideal for softer, more luxurious carpet choices. Wool and SDN are popular bedroom choices for their exceptional softness and sound absorbing properties. Triexta is also excellent if you want softness with permanent stain protection - especially useful for kids' bedrooms. Cut pile plush and twist styles are most commonly chosen for bedrooms.

Which carpet type is best for high-traffic areas?

For hallways, stairs, and busy family rooms, triexta and  solution dyed nylon  are the top recommendations. SDN's colour is fused into the fibre core before the yarn is even formed,  making it resistant to fading and household spills. Triexta offers permanent built-in stain  protection that won't wash or wear off, plus exceptional resilience - the spring-like fibre bounces back after heavy foot traffic. Both are available in a wide range of colours and styles.

What types of carpet does Godfrey Hirst offer?

Godfrey Hirst offers carpet across six main fibre types: wool, solution dyed nylon (SDN), Triexta, premium polyester and standard polyester. Each has different premium performance characteristics - wool is the premium natural choice,  triexta offers permanent stain resistance SDN is the workhorse for busy households and areas of the home with high levels of sunshine, delivers softness and fade resistance at a premium polyester level. Within these fibres, carpets come in cut pile (plush/twist), loop pile (level loop, textured loop), and cut and loop combinations.