Before You Choose Your New Carpet You MUST Read this
Friday, April 15, 2016
When you’re decorating your home, you want to add your own
individual touches. After all, it’s where you live and you want it to be your
own little island of tranquility. Somewhere you can escape to and
get away from the stresses and strains of everyday life. But there are so many
decisions to be made, it isn’t always easy. One of the biggest choices you have
to make is how you are going to cover your floor. You’ve got a few different
options, and you need to consider them carefully.
Wooden floors are a classic choice, and done well, they can look
wonderful. It has many benefits. It’s durable, and will last you a long time.
That is, if you look after it properly, of course! In fact, they can even last a
lifetime if not longer, so it really is an investment. It won’t absorb odors or
dirt, and it’s a cinch to keep clean. It’s also perfect if any of your household
suffer from allergies as it won't harbour allergens such as dust mites.
They also look timeless, it’s unlikely a wooden floor will ever
go out of style. Tastes in carpets change, and can date the look of a room
rather quickly. It doesn't pay to be a follower of fashion, sometimes! You also
have a blank canvas when you are decorating, and as wood goes with most colours,
you won't be limited. If you have a particular colour carpet, you may have a
restricted choice of what would look good. The downside is that they can be more
expensive than most other types of flooring. One way you can save some cash is
to get laminate instead.
This gives you all the good looks at a fraction of the price. Of course, it
won’t last as long but it will see you through a good few years.
Carpeting your home also has its pros and cons. Of course, they are much warmer than a hard
floor, and you won't be cold if you pad around in your bare feet. You might
prefer carpets if you have young kids, because falls are less likely to hurt
quite as much. They also help absorb sounds, so if your kids are prone to
running up and down the stairs you won’t get so many complaints from your
neighbours. You’re going to save money in the long run too, as they act as extra
insulation and keep your house cosy.
The problem with carpet is that it can be difficult to keep clean. It’s
recommended you thoroughly steam them at least once every 12 months. Modern
vacuums do a lot to help carpets last longer, thank goodness technology has come
on in such leaps and bounds. They do tend to stain weasily, so if you’re a messy
sort, they might not be the best option for you.
What do you prefer? Do you love laminate or still have a crush
on carpet?
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