Next month things are about to get a little hectic, but don’t worry there’s still some time to get your home ready for the festive season. In addition to having the essentials such as the Christmas tree, lights and decorations, it could be just as important to make sure you have a lovely soft carpet, to give yourself and your family the perfect place to sit and relax in front of the fire. The right carpet is of course far more important that just Christmas and generally when people buy carpet for their home, it’s likely to be their carpet for the next decade, so choosing the right one is important, and we do not recommend tha you rush this decision. That said, if you feel as though you have the time and the funds to improve your home and a new carpet is on the cards, get one added to your home before Christmas day, you really won’t regret it.

Carpets can certainly show their age if they are not kept well maintained, and that can certainly be the case when it comes to brightly coloured carpets too.

You may find a lovely vibrant carpet for your home, only to find it faded, stained and well lifeless in no time at all. Carpet maintenance in key to keeping your vibrant carpet looking like new in years to come.

You should vacuum your carpet every other day to clear it of dust and debris, and prevent any dirt getting deep into the pile. Getting your carpet deep cleaned once or twice a year is best practice, as it not only clears the dirt hidden away but it disinfects it too, keeping allergens at bay. Cleaning spills as soon as possible is the best way to prevent any long term stains.

Having large windows can certainly be a blessing, however too much sunlight onto your vibrant carpet can cause the colour to fade. Simply draw your curtains during the peak sun to help prevent this being an issue.

It is not uncommon to see a lovely hallway carpet followed by a worn out stair flooring. Stair get such a heavy usage; ordinary carpets can get worn down well before there time.

When it comes to choosing a carpet for your staircase, your number one priority is durability, followed be style of course. Hiring a professional to fit your new carpet is essential if you want it to last as long as possible. You will also want to invest in underlay for stairs, creating extra padding for your feet and minimising the wear of the carpet itself.

Short piled carpets are perfect for stairs as they are easy to clean, they look great and don’t show wear as easy as other long piled carpets. Cleaning your carpet regularly is another way to help it last longer, and keep it look new. Make sure you have a no shoes rule implemented in your home, to stop it getting worn down as quick, and to reduce them bringing unwanted dirt and stains onto your new carpet.

If your carpet is beginning to look a little dull and worn out, you may have considered replacing it with a new one. Replacing a carpet in your home can be extremely expensive, and there is always a cheaper alternative- covering it up with a stylish rug.
With so many different rugs to choose from, with a variety of patterns, colours and sizes, there will be one perfect for your home. The cost of a rug can vary depending on the quality, type of pile and size, that’s why it is a good idea to search the market and research which rug would work best for your home.
A new rug can not only cover up your old carpet but it can bring extra comfort to your feet with a new cushion feeling. A rug can also help bring a new look to a room, by simply adding a patterned rug or bold colour, you could bring a room back to life and improving its interior design.

From running around the house with dirty shoes to spilling food and drinks, it’s a tad difficult to control children when they are playing. Even worse is the fact that it’s the carpet that bears the brunt of all spillages- and consequently your wallet. As far as the rules for treating stains go, the sooner you work on the stain the better for the aesthetic value of the carpet. However, what if you are in a different room or are working on something urgent thus not available to clean immediately?

Luckily, advancements in the carpet industry have led to development of stain resistant carpets that work to easily remove stains without excessive scrubbing. These carpets contain special chemicals that repel dirt and disable even the stubbornest stains from settling in the carpet thereby making it easy to clean. They are therefore perfect for children bedrooms, living rooms and other areas of the house.