How to choose

Choosing the perfect carpet:

(extracted from Norman Ellison carpet)

Considerations to help you form your choice!

• How many people live in the house?
  This could affect the grade you choose.
• Is the house owner occupied or rented?
  This could affect the grading, colour and style.
• Will the carpet be used for stairs?
  If so, you’ll need to choose a suitable grade. You may also like to consider the option of buying extra carpet for the stairs to replace at a later date.
• Will wheelchairs be used on the carpet?
  This will impact your choice of underlay as well as installation method.
• The ambience of your home.
  This will affect the style and colour you choose.

Choosing the perfect colour:

Carpet colour can make or break a room. Choosing wisely is vital, because the floor acts as an anchor, bringing the overall colour scheme of a living space together. We offer a wide range of colours, ranging from hugely popular neutrals, to striking contemporary like aubergine, charcoal and chocolate.

Bear in mind that very light-coloured or very dark carpets show more dirt. Also remember that a carpet sample can be deceptive. Once you carpet a larger space, it will appear around 10% lighter than it did as a smaller piece.

Underlay:

A good underlay will increase the comfort level of your carpet and add a nice spring. You can choose between rubber or foam underlay. Both have benefits and it is really your own personal preference.

Always choose the best underlay you can afford. Your carpet retailer should be able to provide you with an expert opinion to help you make the right choice.