Wool Carpet, tile or broadloom (8mm-30mm pile height)
Flooring
ATLAS CODE
ORG-ANI-FLR-001
Category organic
Material Family Animal-Derived
Regulatory Status Combustible
Density
600-2000 g/m² (face weight) kg/m³
Carbon (A1-A5)
Limited data available kgCO₂e
Fire Class
Combustible
Lifespan
15-20 years (residential) yrs
Description
Wool carpet with 8-30mm pile height is a premium flooring solution manufactured from natural sheep wool fibres, primarily sourced from Australian Merino sheep. Available in cut pile, loop pile, or cut-and-loop configurations, it provides exceptional thermal insulation (R-value 0.14-0.54), acoustic absorption (NRC 0.30-0.70), and natural flame resistance meeting Australian Building Code requirements.
Primary Sectors
[Residential][Commercial][Hospitality][Healthcare]
Typical Uses
- Residential bedrooms and living areas
- Commercial offices and meeting rooms
- Hotels and hospitality venues
- Aged care facilities
- Educational institutions
- Stairways (with appropriate density)
- Home theatres (acoustic applications)
- Heritage building restorations
Recycled Content 0-20% (product dependent)
Renewable Content 80-100%
Recyclability 100% (biodegradable)
Embodied Carbon Limited data available kgCO₂e
Embodied Energy 45-65 MJ/kg MJ/kg
EPD Available No
Advantages
Excellent thermal insulation (8-13% energy savings)Superior acoustic absorption (NRC up to 0.70)Natural flame resistanceBiodegradable and renewableMoisture regulation capabilitiesLong lifespan (15-20 years residential)Natural resilience and recoveryLuxurious appearance and feel
Cautions
High initial cost ($80-150/m² installed)Requires moth protection treatmentpH sensitive (damaged by alkaline cleaners)Moisture absorption can lead to mouldRegular professional maintenance requiredUV degradation without treatmentNot suitable for wet areasLimited recycling infrastructure
TECHNICAL DATA: PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES ORG-ANI-FLR-001
Density (Dry) 600-2000 g/m² (face weight) kg/m³
Specific Gravity 1.31 (wool fibre)
Porosity 75-85% %
Water Absorption Up to 30% by weight %
Hardness Not applicable
Surface Roughness 8-30mm pile height μm
UV Resistance Moderate (requires treatment)
Chemical Resistance Poor to alkalis
pH Tolerance 5.0-7.5
Compressive Strength Not applicable MPa
Tensile Strength 200-400 MPa (fibre) MPa
Flexural Strength Not applicable MPa
Shear Strength Not applicable MPa
Elastic Modulus 2.5-3.5 GPa (fibre) GPa
Yield Strength Not applicable MPa
Impact Resistance Good (resilient fibres) J/m
Bearing Capacity Light to heavy foot traffic kN/m²
Poisson's Ratio 0.25 (fibre)
Creep Resistance 85-95% recovery
Abrasion Resistance 3000-8000 Martindale cycles
Thermal Conductivity 0.034-0.045 W/mK W/mK
Thermal Resistance 0.14-0.54 m²K/W m²K/W
Specific Heat Capacity 1.36 kJ/kg·K J/kgK
Thermal Expansion Negligible μm/m·K
Melting Point Not applicable (chars) °C
Ignition Temperature 570-600°C °C
Sound Transmission Class (STC) 49 (with underlay)
Noise Reduction Coeff. (NRC) 0.30-0.70
Optical
Light Transmittance 0% (opaque) %
Light Reflectance (LRV) 10-40% (colour dependent) %
Solar Reflectance (SRI) Not applicable
Wool carpet manufacturing in Australia dates to 1888 with Godfrey Hirst's establishment in Geelong, Victoria. The industry has evolved from traditional woven production to advanced tufting technology, while maintaining Australia's position as a global leader in wool quality and carpet manufacturing expertise.
SAFETY, ECOLOGY & INSTALLATION ORG-ANI-FLR-001
Flame Spread Index CRF 4.5-9.0 kW/m²
Smoke Developed Index 250-450
Combustibility Class Combustible
Ignition Temperature 570-600°C °C
Fire Resistance Rating Not rated (surface material) hours
Heat Release Rate Low kW/m²
Toxicity of Combustion Low (natural fibre)
Embodied Carbon (A1-A3) Limited data available kgCO₂e/kg
Embodied Energy 45-65 MJ/kg MJ/kg
Water Footprint High (sheep farming) L/kg
EPD Available No
LEED Points 1-2 points (LEM credit)
Circular Economy Score Limited infrastructure /100
VOC Emissions <0.5 mg/m²·h (Green Label Plus) g/L
Skill Level Professional recommended
Crew Size 2-3 installers
Installation Time 20-40 m²/day hr/m²
Curing Time None required hours
Setting Time Immediate use min
Temperature Range 15-30°C optimal °C
Humidity Range 40-60% RH optimal %
Required Tools
Carpet stretcherSeaming ironKnee kickerTack stripsCarpet knife
Certifications Required
Trade qualification preferred
Weather Limitations
Indoor installation only
COMMERCIAL, LOGISTICS & REGULATORY ORG-ANI-FLR-001
Material Cost $60-100/m²
Installation Cost $20-30/m²
Annual Maintenance $5-10/m²
Lifecycle Cost (50yr) $150-250/m² (20 years)
Market Availability Readily available
Lead Time 1-4 weeks weeks
Design Life 15-20 years (residential) years
Warranty Period 10-15 years typical years
Maintenance Interval Annual professional clean months
Service Temp Range -10 to 40°C °C
Freeze/Thaw Resistance Not applicable
Dimensional Stability ±2% standard conditions
Certifications Held
ACCS RatingAustralian Carpet MarkGreen Label PlusWoolSafe ApprovedLow VOCAsthma Council Approved
Fire Code Compliance
AS ISO 9239.1-2003
Standards Compliance
NCC Volume 1 & 2BCA Specification 7ASTM E90ASTM E492ASTM C423ISO 9239-1ISO 11654ISO 354EN 1307EN 14041
DISCLAIMER: This specification document is generated from the CLAD Materials Atlas Database. Information is for general guidance only and does not constitute professional engineering advice. Values are typical and may vary by batch, manufacturer, and production run. Verify suitability for specific project applications independently.