Mohawk SmartStrand Silk Broadloom Carpet Review (2026)
By The DIYPicks Team · Updated July 2026
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- Pets
- Bedrooms
- Comfort
Soft, permanently stain-resistant triexta broadloom that is the comfort-and-pet champion here, but demands real stretch-in installation skill or a pro.
Pros
- Stain resistance is engineered into the triexta fiber, not a topical coating, so it does not wash off over time
- Genuinely soft, dense cut pile that feels far plusher underfoot than any carpet tile
- Excellent for pet homes: spills and accidents blot up without permanent staining
Cons
- Broadloom needs a power stretcher, tack strips and seaming, so it is not a beginner DIY install
- Requires a separately purchased pad, adding cost and a second buying decision
- Triexta can flatten in traffic lanes and, being oil-loving, can attract greasy soil that needs regular cleaning
Specifications
| Fiber | Triexta (SmartStrand) |
|---|---|
| Style | Cut pile / textured |
| Size | 12 ft wide roll (broadloom) |
| Face Weight | 46-70 oz options |
| Install | Stretch-in over separate pad (pro or advanced DIY) |