High Performance
The demands of everyday family life can mean constant activity, wear and tear in the home. With great durability, stain and fade resistance, a Godfrey Hirst solution dyed nylon carpet will endure through everyday messes.
Frequently Asked Questions about Solution Dyed Nylon Carpet
Both triexta and solution dyed nylon (SDN) are durable, low-maintenance carpet fibres designed for busy households, but they offer different benefits. Triexta combines exceptional softness underfoot with permanent built-in stain resistance that won't wear or wash off over time. Its advanced molecular structure also delivers outstanding durability and resilience, helping carpet maintain its appearance even in high-use family environments. As a result, triexta carpets are often backed by longer warranties, providing added peace of mind for homeowners.
SDN is renowned for its strength, colourfastness and long-term appearance retention. Because colour is locked into the fibre during manufacturing, SDN offers excellent resistance to fading and performs particularly well in high-traffic areas.
For most family homes, SDN is often the preferred choice thanks to its durability and long-term wear performance are the primary considerations. While Trixta combines, softness with durability and easy-care performance.
SDN (Solution Dyed Nylon) carpet should be treated promptly to prevent stains from setting. Immediately remove any solids with a blunt tool and blot liquids with a clean white cloth or paper towels, always working from the outside of the spill towards the centre. Do not scrub or rub, as this can damage fibres and spread the stain.
For most common food and beverage spills, cold water should be applied straight away and the area repeatedly blotted until clean. If needed, a mild solution of laundry detergent and white vinegar mixed with warm water can be used, followed by rinsing with cold water and blotting dry. Once treated, place paper towels over the area with a light weight to absorb moisture and allow it to dry completely before walking on it. For stubborn stains or ongoing discolouration, professional carpet cleaning is recommended.
Yes, Godfrey Hirst SDN carpets are New Zealand Made, manufactured in New Zealand. They combine the durability and colourfastness of solution dyed nylon whilst being manufactured in New Zealand.
Solution Dyed Nylon (SDN) carpet is available in a wide range of colours designed to suit both contemporary and classic interiors. Because the colour is built into the fibre, SDN can achieve consistent, long-lasting tones across neutral palettes such as warm greys, soft beiges and natural earth tones, as well as deeper shades like charcoal and rich tonal accents. This versatility makes it easy to coordinate with different interior styles, from minimal and modern to more textured, layered home designs.
Yes, Solution Dyed Nylon (SDN) carpet is highly fade resistant because the colour is added during the fibre manufacturing process and runs through the entire yarn, rather than being applied to the surface. This means the colour is locked in, helping it maintain its appearance even when exposed to sunlight and everyday wear over time. As a result, SDN is a popular choice for areas that need long-lasting colour stability and performance.
Yes, Solution Dyed Nylon (SDN) carpet is a great option for pet-friendly homes thanks to its strong durability and excellent stain and colour resistance. Because the colour is locked throughout the fibre, SDN helps maintain its appearance even with everyday wear from pets, including scratching, running and general foot traffic. It is also designed to be easy to clean and maintain, making it practical for handling common pet-related messes in busy households.
Solution Dyed Nylon (SDN) is a high-performance carpet fibre designed for strength, durability and excellent colourfastness, with colour locked throughout the fibre to help maintain its appearance in high-traffic areas and busy homes. Polyester carpet is a synthetic fibre known for its soft feel, offering a wide range of design options suited to comfortable, style-focused interiors. While both are popular residential choices, SDN is often selected for its enhanced resilience and long-term performance in active spaces, while polyester is valued for its softness and comfort-led appeal in everyday living areas.
Solution Dyed Nylon (SDN) is a type of nylon carpet where colour is added during the fibre manufacturing process, meaning the colour runs all the way through the fibre. This creates excellent colourfastness and helps the carpet maintain its appearance over time, even in high-traffic areas. Regular nylon carpet is typically dyed after the fibre is produced, which can make it more reliant on surface-level colouring methods. Both options offer strong durability and resilience, but SDN is designed to provide enhanced long-term colour stability and performance in busy residential and commercial spaces.
Solution Dyed Nylon is a high-performance synthetic carpet fibre where colour is added during the manufacturing process, rather than applied to the surface after the fibre is made. This means the colour is locked throughout the entire fibre, helping it deliver excellent colourfastness and long-lasting appearance retention, even in busy, high-traffic areas. SDN carpet is also known for its strong durability and resilience, making it well suited to active households. It offers a practical balance of comfort, style and everyday performance for modern living.
SDN Features & Benefits
Quality Design
The polymers that make up Godfrey Hirst solution dyed nylon carpets are coloured using only the very best quality colour pigments available. These solution dyed nylon fibres are then processed into yarns suitable for tufting into carpet. This means the colour is locked into the core of the yarn fibres prior to the manufacture of the carpet.
Stain Resistant
Godfrey Hirst solution dyed nylon carpets are treated to repel stains for easy maintenance, to handle those messy moments in life.
