Economic prosperity quickly followed American independence. As the wealthy class evolved, conspicuous personal possessions became fashionable. Stately homes installed brightly colored and intricately designed wool ingrain carpets.

By the middle of the century, advances in technology led to more complex, efficient and affordable textiles. Ingrain carpet was common among the middle class and reflected a solid, positive position in society.

By this era, smaller patterns were back in style but kept some of the floral motifs and were far more intricate than their early geometric predecessors.