Ben Vorlich Tartan Axminster Carpet | Wool Plaid vs Captivation T3303 Residential Carpet: which is safer?

Where these two actually differ

• We flag Formaldehyde and VOC off-gassing, Azo dyes and heavy metals in colorants, Dust and dust mite allergens and Moth and insect infestation risk on the Axminster and not on the Tarkett.
• We flag Flame retardant chemicals (brominated or other additives), Microfiber shedding and inhalation, Volatile organic compound (VOC) off-gassing and Mold and bacterial growth in backing if moisture intrusion occurs on the Tarkett and not on the Axminster.
• The Axminster is wool plaid, Axminster weave where the Tarkett is Nylon/polyester blend with stain/soil treatment, which is most of the difference in these two grades.
• The gap is 45 points, wide enough that this is not a close call, and the Axminster is the one to buy.
• We are less certain about the Tarkett grade, at 35% confidence against 72%, because it discloses less.