Are you looking for a good-value carpet, tough enough to withstand the hallway traffic? Or, are you looking for luxurious carpeting for your living room? Either way, there are few decisions you need to consider before choosing carpet for your property.
How Should You Spend on Your Carpet?
Carpet costs range between than £5 per square metre for synthetic to about £100 per square metre for hand woven, luxury carpets. Depending on your budget, pick the type of carpet to suit your property.
Why Do You Need to Consider Who Will Be Walking on the Carpets?
This is important. If you have children, or you entertain a lot at home, choose carpets made of durable material. The carpet material should also be easy to clean. If you have pets, rule out carpets with loops. These tend to snag on claws.
Why Do You Need to Consider the Look and Feel?
There are plenty of materials and patterns available. The way the carpet is made affects its look and feel. Does it look glossy and plush or dense and tight? How does it feel under your feet? Do you want a soft carpet to sink your feet into or something more stable? Think about all these factors before you choose the material.
How to Choose a Carpet Pile?
The carpet pile indicates the individual fibres. A good rule of thumb would be to assess the density of the pile to determine the durability. Shirt, thick and heavy carpets are more durable than loose and shaggy fibres. When you press your thumb into the pile, if it springs back quickly the carpet fibre is likely to be dense and resilient. You can also look at the back of the carpets to figure out how closely packed the tufts are. Check the back of the sample swatch to find out the weight of the carpet.
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