Timber Floor Care Tips and Techniques HOME SEARCH Timber Floor Care Tips and Techniques How to choose the perfect carpet for your room Are you thinking about purchasing a new carpet? Buying a carpet is a decision that shouldn't be taken lightly since it will be a highly visible part of your home for many years. When you are confronted by an array of different carpet designs and styles how can you decide which carpet would best suit your home? Does it matter if your carpet is made of natural fibres or synthetic fibres? Do you understand the relative strengths and weaknesses of each type of fibre? Should the carpet be of woven or of tufted design? Does the face weight of the carpet really matter? Is the carpet supplied with a warranty? Each of these factors can have an influence on how well the carpet meets your expectations, but there are really only two factors that will influence everything else. Is the carpet durable enough? Some salesmen will try to persuade you to purchase a carpet based on the face weight of the carpet alone, but this can be a misleading metric if considered alone. The term 'face weight' refers to the weight of just the carpet fibres, not the backing material and isn't always a reliable way to assess the likely durability of the carpet. If you have two otherwise identical carpets, then knowing the face weight of each may help. If you have two carpets which differ in their fibre type, fibre twist or general construction then simply comparing the relative face weights of the carpets is not going to tell you anything of value. Consider the amount of wear your carpet must face and choose something that will last for years rather than starting to wear out in six months. Take samples home When you have chosen a durable style of carpet you will have to consider the style and colour of the carpet. It is at this stage that it can be especially helpful to bring carpet samples home. Under shop lighting, the carpet may look fine, but when you bring it home and place it next to your existing furniture under different lighting conditions, the effect may be quite different. If the shop is unable to provide you with a carpet sample, it may be wise to try a different carpet or even an alternative shop. A new carpet is a significant investment, and you can't afford to make an impulse purchase and find that doesn't complement your existing home decor unless you are willing to change the entire room to match the new carpet. Share About Me Timber floors are an amazing addition to any home, particularly one that has kids and/or pets in it. They are easy to clean and maintain. I have recently renovated my floors and replaced carpet with timber. This blog is to help you decide whether timber floors are a helpful addition to your place. I want to share tips on the different types of flooring which are available. I will also share information that I found about caring for hard floors, including the best ways to keep them looking cleaning. I am really excited about my new floors, and I hope you will be inspired about changing yours too. Search Categories (17) blog (17) Archive 2018 2021 Latest Posts Reasons To Consider Faux Timber Vinyl Planks in Your Home 12 October 2021 When selecting the flooring for a home, you need to consider various aspects. For instance, you should th What Is Engineered Flooring? 11 January 2021 If you are planning on installing timber flooring in your new home or in an old house during a renovation 4 Reasons Why Restoring an Old Timber Floor Is a Smart Move When Renovating 21 December 2018 If you're restoring an old home, there are multiple separate projects that you'll need to undertake. Each How to choose the perfect carpet for your room 15 November 2018 Are you thinking about purchasing a new carpet? Buying a carpet is a decision that shouldn't be taken lig 4 Fantastic and Effective Ways to Deodorise Your Timber Floors 25 July 2018 Wooden floors can begin to have an off smell especially if proper care is not taken. Since wood is an abs ©2021 • Timber Floor Care Tips and Techniques