Description

Carpet Tiles (Modular Carpeting): An Overview

Carpet tiles, also known as modular carpet or carpet squares, are pre-cut squares or rectangles of carpeting that can be installed individually to cover a floor. They have become an increasingly popular alternative to traditional wall-to-wall (broadloom) carpet, especially in commercial, office, and high-traffic residential spaces.

Key Advantages of Carpet Tiles

Carpet tiles are favored primarily for their practical benefits and design versatility:

• Easy Maintenance and Replacement: If a section is stained, heavily worn, or damaged, you only need to remove and replace the single tile rather than the entire floor or a large section of broadloom carpet.
• Simple Installation (DIY Friendly): Their modular size makes them easy to transport, handle, and lay down. Many come with adhesive backing (peel-and-stick) or require minimal glue, making them a popular choice for DIY projects.
• Design Flexibility: You can mix and match different colors, patterns, and textures to create custom layouts, borders, and zones within a large space—a feature impossible with broadloom.
• Reduced Waste: Since you only purchase the squares needed for the space, there is significantly less material waste during cutting and installation compared to large rolls of carpet.
• Durability: Most carpet tiles are constructed with a low-pile, tight loop, and durable backing (often PVC or composite) to withstand heavy foot traffic, making them ideal for commercial areas.
• Acoustics: Like traditional carpet, they help absorb sound and reduce noise levels, a benefit in open-plan offices and busy environments.

Common Features & Types