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How to Choose a Carpet for your Home

How to Choose a Carpet for your Home

Carpets are an integral part of home interior design and Home Depot has plenty of carpet to choose from. With a Home Depot Money Off Coupon from We Are Coupons you can save money on carprugs at Home Depot. But how do you go about choosing the right carpet for your home?

Purchasing a new carpet is a significant investment and you have every right to expect longevity and comfort from a carpet. There are thousands of products currently on the market with many people uncertain of what is recommended and how much you should expect to spend on a quality carpet.

Your Home

Does you carpet have to match any existing colours, designs or styles in your home? It is much easier and cheaper to change the décor of a room than the carpet. If you have a bright yellow bedroom, consider how long you will keep it like that, and whether the matching bright green carpet is really worthwhile in the long term.

Lifespan

How long do you need your carpet to last? You might want a carpet to last 10-20 years, or maybe you're a landlord who will be replacing the carpet between tenants so only require a couple of years of wear. This is something you need to consider when looking for a new carpet as spending a lot of money on a carpet that you plan to replace in a short amount of time is nonsensical.

Use

Will the carpet be going into a room with heavy traffic, such as stairs and hallway, or an area with light wear such as a spare bedroom? If you have children and pets, these will also affect how much wear your carpet gets and how long it will last. You will need different styles and strengths of carpet depending on where you plan to install it. Expecting to have the same carpet throughout your whole house is not a good idea as some places will wear much faster than others, meaning you will have to replace patches at different times.

Cost

If we're honest, price does matter when it comes to carpets. If you want a carpet that will last for years to come in an area of heavy traffic, you will have to spend more money. You can of course purchase a less expensive carpet, which looks goods but it is likely to be less comfortable and require replacing more frequently.

 

It is important to get the balance right as over-spending in areas that you plan to replace soon and under-spending in areas with high traffic are both a waste of money. If you are unsure explain to the retailer your situation and they should be able to provide you with some advice.

 

Maintenance

When you buy a new carpet it is important that you start its maintenance straight away. Steam carpet cleaning is the only way to protect your carpets from every day wear and tear, and ensure that they do not require replacing prematurely. Other methods of carpet cleaning can actually damage your carpet so beware!

 

 

 

 

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