# Vanguard Sumptuous - Fossil

Light, soft polypropylene carpet in white that cleans with bleach and suits family homes.

## Key facts

- **URL:** https://flooringking.co.uk/product/vanguard-sumptuous-fossil/
- **SKU:** VANGUARD-SUMPT-273
- **Availability:** In stock
- **Price:** £18.77 per m² (was £20.48, now on sale)
- **Brand:** Vanguard
- **Range:** Sumptuous
- **Colour:** Fossil
- **Categories:** Bedroom Flooring, Bleach Cleanable Carpets, Dining Room Flooring, Hallway Flooring, Kids Bedroom Flooring, Living Room Flooring, Plain carpet, Polypropylene carpets, Vanguard Sumptuous carpet, Carpet, Vanguard Carpets, Saxony Carpets, Bedroom Carpets, Dining Room Carpets, Hallway carpets, Living Room Carpets, Carpet for the Stairs, White Carpets

## Specifications

| Specification | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Backing | Action Back |
| Price Range | £15 - £20 |
| Features | Bleach Cleanable |
| Style | Plain |
| Brand | Vanguard |
| Colour | White |
| Range | Vanguard Sumptuous |
| Delivery | Fast Delivery |
| Installation Type | Gripper |
| Material | Polypropylene |
| Pile | Saxony |
| Pile Height | 13.5mm |
| Product Type | Carpet |
| Pile Weight | 2460g/m2 |
| Roll Length | 25 |
| Shade | Light |
| Room Suitability | Bedroom, Dining Room, Hall, Landing/Stairs, Living Room |
| Thickness | 15.5mm |
| Underlay Required | Yes |
| Underfloor Heating | Yes |
| Use Classification | 22 |
| Waterproof | No |
| Warranty | 7 |

## Description

Vanguard Sumptuous Fossil is a pale, neutral carpet that brings warmth to any room without demanding careful maintenance. The plain weave and soft saxony pile give it a clean, understated look that pairs well with modern and traditional schemes alike. At 13.5mm deep, the pile feels underfoot without showing footprints or vacuuming patterns, and it sits comfortably in bedrooms, living rooms, halls and landings where you want comfort without fuss.

What sets this carpet apart is its bleach-cleanable fibre. Spill something on it and you can tackle stubborn marks head on, rather than tiptoeing around stains. The polypropylene construction means it resists moisture and holds its colour well, even in homes where life gets messy.

### What you get

- Pile: saxony, 13.5mm
- Pile weight: 2460g/m2
- Total thickness: 15.5mm
- Backing: Action Back
- Material: polypropylene
- Roll length: 25 metres
- Suitability: Use Classification 22 (medium domestic use)

### Where it works

[Carpet](https://flooringking.co.uk/category/carpet) like this suits bedrooms, dining rooms, halls, landing and stair areas where you want softness underfoot and easy upkeep. The pale colour and neutral tone work in open-plan spaces and adapt to most decorative schemes. Stairs and hallways benefit from the durability and simple colour that doesn't show dust.

### Installation and underlay

This carpet uses gripper-rod fitting. You will need underlay beneath it, and the [Vanguard Sumptuous carpet](https://flooringking.co.uk/category/sumptuous) is compatible with underfloor heating if your home has it.

### Care and warranty

Clean with a vacuum regularly and use bleach on stains where needed. The carpet comes with a 7-year warranty.

## Ordering

- Confirm the selling unit and pack coverage on the product page. For flooring, include a cutting allowance.
- Free samples: [https://flooringking.co.uk/sample-service/](https://flooringking.co.uk/sample-service/)
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- Returns: [https://flooringking.co.uk/help-centre/returns-refunds/](https://flooringking.co.uk/help-centre/returns-refunds/)

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