Polyester Cut-Pile Carpet — Cost & Specs
Updated July 2026 · Pricing data from Floormath's flooring cost model
Budget-friendly, soft, huge color selection. Naturally stain-resistant (low moisture absorption). The catch: polyester mats and crushes in high-traffic areas within 3–5 years. Great for bedrooms, poor for living rooms.
What it costs at real project sizes
| Project | Installed range | Typical |
|---|---|---|
| 144 sq ft | $413–$806 | $570 |
| 300 sq ft | $861–$1,680 | $1,188 |
| 500 sq ft | $1,434–$2,800 | $1,980 |
| 1,000 sq ft | $2,869–$5,599 | $3,959 |
| 1,500 sq ft | $4,304–$8,399 | $5,938 |
| 2,000 sq ft | $5,738–$11,198 | $7,918 |
Strengths
- Budget
- Soft underfoot
- Mats easily
- Bedrooms only
Where it fits in the Carpet lineup
Floormath tracks 7 carpet tiers from $0.89 to $18.99/sf material. Polyester Cut-Pile Carpet sits at the entry point — compare it against the full lineup in the calculator to see the exact dollar gap for your square footage.
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How much does Polyester Cut-Pile Carpet cost installed?
Installed, expect about $2.87–$5.60 per square foot including 10% material waste and professional labor — roughly $2,869–$5,599 for 1,000 sq ft.
What do the specs mean?
Polyester fiber · Cut pile · 25–35 oz face weight. Budget-friendly, soft, huge color selection. Naturally stain-resistant (low moisture absorption). The catch: polyester mats and crushes in high-traffic areas within 3–5 years. Great for bedrooms, poor for living rooms.