Carpets make your home
look comfortably snug and warm, making them a perfect addition for
the approaching cold months. When you're looking to buy new ones,
make sure that you get one that's in great condition and is of high
quality and durability. Here are some tips:
Fiber content is perhaps
the most important thing to check in a carpet, since your choice will
affect the way your carpet will keep your home warm and comfy.
Polypropylene can endure foot traffic well and can last a long time,
while nylon can withstand stains and fading. Wool is also very
resistant to wear and has excellent insulation properties, but it
needs to be cleaned regularly to keep it away from stains.
If you're placing carpets
in rooms where there is a lot of ultraviolet light coming in, opt for
colors that can effectively resist fading. Light-colored carpets tend
to fade less than darker ones, but they are stained easily. In short,
opt to balance color choice with the room's propensity for spills or
dirt stains.
High-quality carpet pads
are available to protect your carpet. Although they might turn out
expensive, they are actually good investments as they provide more
comfort for the feet, stand up to wear, and function as carpet
covers. This, plus proper care and carpet cleaning, assures you that
your carpet will last a long time.
