You should always remember to bring swatches of fabric from drapes and furniture wallpaper samples and paint chips with you when you are selecting carpet.
Dont know what color carpet to use.
Rugs can either stand out or blend in so think about what effect you want to create when considering color.
Today s carpet trends take full advantage of new products as well as new thinking about style.
That way you can consider a range of colors that will match your existing décor.
Neutrals that include specks of dark brown or taupe work well in high traffic areas and don t show dirt.
If you don t want to commit to a color choose neutral carpet colors or opt for wood flooring.
What you should know.
Rooms with a lot of color and pattern often work best with a rug that has neutral tones or a single color.
Remember that color can also affect your mood.
Neutrals don t have to be boring.
Along with paint carpet can be one of the easiest ways to personalize an environment.
Gray is a beautiful addition to beach style zen or southwestern motifs.
So if you find a carpet you like but think you d like it just a little bit darker.
Don t pay too much attention to the face weight the weight of the carpet pile so the backing isn t included per square yard measured in ounces.
Warm grays are most compatible with other natural colors evoking images of stones and weathered wood.
Unfortunately too many salespeople use the face weight as an important selling feature and have led customers to believe that a higher face weight equals a better carpet.
A light neutral makes a room feel more spacious and lets your attention focus on the furnishings rather than the floor.
This effect definitely catches people by surprise.
Don t hesitate to use gray in a natural color scheme.
To make sure your carpet still has personality despite the neutral color opt for texture in the carpet.
Do not overlook gray that is already in a room.
If you don t already have furnishings consider how different rug colors will work with the tones of the flooring walls and ceiling.
Its color can be a neutral foundation or a vibrant focal point.
A general rule of thumb in the carpet industry is carpet will look lighter in your home than in the store.
Gray can be found as a fireplace carpeting and countertops.