What is a saxony carpet?

Imagine stepping out of bed and sinking your toes into the softest, deepest, and most luxurious carpet – that’s a saxony carpet. Well-loved for their opulent look and plush feel, saxony carpets are a popular choice for both modern and traditional homes. In the following guide, we’ll look at saxony carpet pros and cons and explain the difference between a saxony and twist carpet, as well as find out which room is best for this fabulously fluffy flooring.

Read on to find out:

What is saxony carpet?
What material is a saxony carpet made from?
Saxony carpet pros and cons
Saxony vs twist
Which room is best for a saxony carpet?
How much does a saxony carpet cost?

What is a saxony carpet?

A saxony carpet is made from longer tufts of yarn that make up a deep pile, which are loosely twisted at the base, then cut at the top and separated to fluff out like a cloud, creating unparalleled softness underfoot. Saxony carpets can come in a variety of finishes, from a smooth, silky velvet to a rugged shaggy look, depending on how loose or full the pile is. The fibres in a velvety, saxony carpet are straight and point in the same direction, so when the pile moves, the carpet colour naturally shifts from light to dark (or vice versa) – giving you the very popular vacuuming lines. The yarns in textured, saxony carpets are twisted in different directions, reflecting the light at different angles to give a two-tone look.

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What is a saxony carpet made from?

Some of our saxony carpets are made using super fine fibre filaments to give them a gorgeously feather soft feel. You also might have noticed that many of our saxony styles are made from polypropylene, a synthetic material that’s widely used in the manufacturing of carpets today. It offers excellent softness underfoot, as well as great durability and value for money. One of the best reasons for choosing a polypropylene carpet is its stain resistance, making it an obvious choice for busy modern homes where spillages are a part of daily life! Simply tackle any stain with a diluted bleach solution and watch even the toughest stains disappear before your eyes. Ta da!

Pros and cons of saxony carpet

Still wondering whether saxony carpet is right for you? Here are some of the advantages and disadvantages of having a saxony carpet in your home.

Pros

Provides additional warmth to homes
The deep pile adds a sense of luxury and softness
Classic look that never goes out of style
Very durable in the right condition

Cons

Tends to show footprints and vacuum tracks - although many of us love that ‘just vacuumed’ pattern!
Due to their deep pile, saxony carpets can flatten over time, especially in heavy use areas
Harder to vacuum than a shorter pile carpet

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Saxony vs twist carpet

The question of saxony vs twist carpet is an important one to consider. Saxony carpets are one of the most popular carpet choices for modern homes, alongside the legendary twist carpets. It’s important to know which is which when choosing the right carpet for your space, because there are distinct differences between the two.

The most noticeable difference is in the way they feel: saxony carpets have a long cut pile which has a very soft and gentle touch, while the fibres in twist carpets are shorter and often have a coarser finish, giving the carpet a more rustic, textured appearance and firmer pile.

If you think a twist carpet might be more suitable for your lifestyle, you can read our guide to twist carpets or go straight to exploring our full range of twist carpets.

Watch our video below to find out the difference between saxony and twist carpets:

Which room is best for a saxony carpet?

There are so many styles and types of saxony carpets that it can be used anywhere in your home – including your stairs, hallway, living room and bedrooms. However, due to the pile depth and softness, saxony carpets are often chosen for areas of the home where you want to add a bit of luxury, such as bedrooms and living rooms. Pop into a Tapi store and brush your hand over the carpet to feel exactly how soft a saxony carpet is for yourself. (Don’t worry - the Tapi Team are used to people stroking our super soft carpets, it’s perfectly normal behaviour to us.)

How much does saxony carpet cost?

Saxony carpet prices can vary, as it depends on the choices you make when it comes to colour, quality, design, material, and width. We have a wide range of saxony carpets available for every budget, starting from our cheapest saxony carpet at £9.99 per m2. With fitting from £5.50 per m2, prices start from £185 to carpet a small 3x4 metre room (not including underlay, door bars, and grippers, or our minimum fitting fee). Our carpet cost guide breaks everything down easily so you can budget and plan for your flooring renovation.

If you’re looking for more information or want to take home a couple of samples, stop by your nearest Tapi store to chat with our floorogists. Or why not order some samples online and have them delivered straight to your door? Alternatively, you can find out more about other styles of carpets, such as woven and berber loop carpets, to find the perfect style for you.

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Jeremy Garrish Buyer Jeremy has 35 years of carpet industry knowledge

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Published: 04-04-2025

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