What is BCF carpet material

A living space without carpeting does not have sufficient comfort. Usually, when purchasing a product, they pay attention to its size, color and pattern. However, the composition of the coating also plays an important role. Previously, carpets were made exclusively from natural materials. But technology does not stand still and now materials of artificial origin are used to produce such interior elements. Thus, synthetic floor coverings are popular. They attract attention with very bright colors and at the same time have a low cost.

What does BCF carpet mean?

The abbreviation BCF indicates that the carpet is made of a synthetic material - polypropylene. Various floor coverings are made from this substance, differing in their characteristics.

BCF fibers are a type of fibers that have not undergone heat treatment, nor have any additional effects been applied to them. Among all the synthetic fiber options, this option is the cheapest. It is often used to make inexpensive products. Such rugs are an ideal option for the dirtiest places.

Characteristics, pros and cons of BCF fiber carpets

Carpets made from synthetic fibers have an impressive list of advantages:

• their cost is much lower than that of carpets made from natural materials;
• have antistatic properties, so they will not accumulate dust;
• do not cause allergies, so they can be placed in a children's room or bedroom;
• have a wide color palette, and are also made in any design - paint is added at the stage of manufacturing the floor covering, so it is resistant to fading even when exposed to direct sunlight;
• they are characterized by good hygroscopicity - synthetic fiber does not absorb moisture, so the products can be placed even in rooms with high humidity levels, they are easy to care for;
• synthetic products do not harbor various pests and insects, such as dust mites or moths.

ATTENTION! The main advantage of flooring made from BCF fiber is the optimal combination of quality and price.

They also have their disadvantages, which you need to know about before purchasing:

1. BCF fiber has a short service life. On average it is about 4 years.
2. Polypropylene fiber does not retain heat well.
3. It is not advisable to place heavy objects on such carpets, especially for a long period of time. They are greatly deformed, and the pile will take a long time to recover.
4. The carpet does not have good environmental properties.
5. Fire hazardous. Do not place the product near various sources of open fire. Already at a temperature of 150 degrees, the carpet begins to melt.

A carpet made from BCF fiber will be a good option for walk-through spaces, since it has a short service life, but is very durable.