Posted in How To Select A Carpet on Aug 10th, 2009
A stripe can work trompe l’oeil magic. A stripe or a horizontal pattern across the width of a room will make the room seem wider. The room will seem longer if the same pattern is laid lengthwise.
Posted in How To Select A Carpet on Aug 5th, 2009
These days, the sophisticated Home Design Civilian (that would be you) considers the texture and style of a proposed rug or carpet as important as the color(s) and durability. The various styles carpet fibers can be woven in, support the theme and ambiance of any room and should be viewed as another opportunity to create a cohesive look.
Posted in How To Select A Carpet on Jul 31st, 2009
It has always had built-in advantages: it’s nice and warm underfoot, and made more comfy with the requisite rug pad. It’s great for family rooms too, or anywhere the kids might want to play around and tumble.
Some working knowledge of the usual suspects of carpet fibers and blends available along with carpet styles is critical to your selection process. It’s like checking the weather before you dress for the day.
