Natural carpets have a unique quality that cannot be replaced with synthetic materials. Wool, sisal, coir, and seagrass are different in texture and feel, and choosing one over the other is more than just choosing a color. Consider where the carpet will go, how high the foot traffic will get, and the kind of cleaning schedule you have in your home.

For living rooms and bedrooms, wool carpets are a great choice because they are very comfortable. Wool carpets are soft, come in many colors, and are fairly easy to maintain. They are great for family spaces because wool carpets can carpet can recover well after wear and tear.

For hallways, stairs, and entryways, consider getting sisal carpets. They have a clean and structured look and can withstand high traffic. Seagrass is a great option for dry areas because of its smooth finish. Coir carpets have a more rustic look and work great for entryways. Each type of material has its own strengths, so use the room to guide your choice.

It's good to consider the light in the space. Natural light paired with a light colored carpet can make a room feel larger, whereas a warmer color carpet can make a room feel larger. That's why taking a sample home is a good idea – carpet samples can look different in different lights at different times of the day. Before you make a final decision on a sample, try placing it by the window and next to your furniture.

Underlay is a carpet component that may often be overlooked. Resting on the right underlay can improve comfort, extend the length of the carpet, and help support the carpet. Resting on the right underlay can also noticeably improve warmth and sound underfoot, if those elements are important to you.

Choosing a natural carpet is a big decision and not one that you should rush. If you take the time to select the right fibre, weave, and color to the room, you will end up with a floor that feels great from the first day and continues to serve you well for years to come.

Most professionals will always recommend laying new carpet and insist you need underlay, but why is this? Underlay can bulk up the cost of replacing your floor but is it essential?

In short – yes. Although expensive, it is worth the investment. Underlay protects your carpet underneath and prolongs the life of it. Without suitable underlay, your carpets life span will be significantly reduced. Underlay will also help retain heat, which will keep you warmer in the colder months, as well as reducing energy costs.

This is not the only reason why we think underlay should always be used. It has many excellent properties, such as noise reduction. Underlay will help reduce footfall noise in upstairs rooms and helps deaden TV noises. It also adds comfort when walking on carpets; many people think that the spongy soft feel you get from walking on a new carpet is from the carpet itself. It is actually from the underlay underneath, and the better-quality underlay you buy will increase the comfort.

Although initially, underlay can increase the costs of replacing your carpets, it is worth the investment. You will save money on energy bills long term and have the extra comfort and increase the life of your new carpets.

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.

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.

Flat weave rugs are great during the warmer months, and look perfect on a wooden conservatory floor or summer house area. During the summer time, it is nice to have a rug that is comfortable yet not too warming.

Flat weave rugs are indeed ‘flat, compared to other types of rugs, such as pile rugs. This feature makes them easy to dry, and clean with a simple vacuum clean. Flat weave rugs come in many different designs, some with bright colours and patterns, which will certainly brighten up your home over summer, even if the sun doesn’t.

Flat weave rugs come in many sizes from small runners to large rugs that will cover your entire floor. With such a variety of sizes and designs, you are sure to find one that suits your style of home. So, if you are looking to brighten up your home or make some small changes to its design over the summer months, adding a flat weave rug is a great option.