A smaller spacing generally means more tuft rows are placed within a given width. Gauge combines with stitches per inch, yarn size, pile height, and face weight to influence carpet density and appearance. Gauge alone does not determine quality because thick yarn placed farther apart can create a different construction from fine yarn placed closely together. It is mainly a technical specification used to understand how the carpet was tufted.

Key considerations

  • carpet gauge meaning
  • carpet tuft spacing
  • carpet construction specifications
  • carpet gauge
  • carpet construction
  • tufted carpet
Ask an Expert