There are lots of tips and pointers out there on how to choose the best carpet. But, if you think about it, most of these tips and tricks will only “work” if they are closely tailored to what you truly need. What works in one home may not work in another and in fact often does not. The key to choosing the right carpet is taking stock of your home and its unique features, factoring in your personal tastes and choosing based on what you really need and want in a carpet, not what an ‘expert’ blogger or well meaning friend says you should.
Choosing a Carpet Color
It’s perfectly natural to ask this question first when selecting the best carpet for you. After all, any carpeting usually covers a large area of your personal living space and it can affect every other aspect of your home decor. However, before you start worrying about carpet colors you really should start considering carpet type.
There are many types of carpet available, but, in general, most options will fall into one of the following types:
Frieze Carpet – Pronounced “free-zay” frieze carpeting is an excellent choice for high traffic areas. It has a highly twisted cut pile that contains short fibers whose tendency to curl in different directions helps to hide footprints or marks left by the vacuum.
Texture Carpet – When texture carpet is being created the carpet fibers are cut and twisted only slightly- they are nowhere near as “curly” as those found in frieze carpeting. This too is an excellent choice for areas that see a lot of foot traffic.
Berber Carpet – Also known as loop carpet this resilient type of carpeting has taller loops that are all roughly the same height. Berber carpets are often multi-color in nature with soft highlights complementing the main color perfectly. Loop carpeting is a great choice for the family room or areas where spills are likely to occur on a regular basis (a child’s bedroom for instance.)
Wool Carpet – All natural and beautiful to behold wool carpeting is often the first choice for those seeking to make their home a more environmentally friendly place. Some people are surprised by how easy it is to care for as well.
Pattern Carpet – The patterns are created in the cut of the carpet pile itself, with “islands” of higher cut carpet pile contrasting with lower cut loops to create an overall three dimensional patterned effect. Pattern carpeting is great for adding a modern and contemporary touch to any room in your home.
Plush Carpeting – The ultimate in carpet luxury the velvety softness of plush carpeting makes it the perfect choice for a formal dining or living room.
Making That Big Color Choice
Once you have decided what type of carpet is best suited for use in your space yes, then it is time to think about color. And this is where a little more hard work – and professional help – is called for. You see, what may look like a fabulous color in the carpet showroom may look completely different in your home, thanks to different lighting conditions and the effect of the furniture and home decor elements already in place. The best idea is to work with a company – like the C&L Flooring Company – who are willing to make the effort to provide you with samples that can be viewed in your own home, so you can better ensure a good match. As carpeting is a big investment – and will make a big difference in your home – it won’t pay to cut corners to save time, and the input that a trained carpeting professional can provide as you make your choice can prove invaluable.
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