velvet carpet

A velvet carpet is a type of floor covering characterized by its cut pile, meaning the loops of yarn that form the surface are cut to create a plush texture. This is distinct from looped pile carpets where the yarn remains in loops. Velvet carpeting is often made using a process similar to Wilton carpet construction, where strands are looped over wire strips that are then removed to create the cut pile.12

A "tapestry velvet carpet" is a specific type that resembles Wilton carpet but has a longer, cut pile. The density of velvet carpets can vary, potentially matching that of Wilton carpets if desired.34