Follow our rug buying guide and stay sane!

Carpet shopping has many options and many price ranges to offer. In fact, it can be a bit overwhelming at first. If you follow our rug buying guide, you’ll have your home looking great in no time and still keep your sanity.

You should first consider the style of rugs that are available and what room or rooms you want to place them in. Are your rooms traditional, modern or full of antiques? If your room is filled with beautiful antiques, you’ll want to consider an Oriental or Persian-style rug. Whether your room is traditional or modern, you may want to choose a braided rug style.

One of the main factors when choosing a rug is the colors in and around the area where the rug will be placed. Color directly affects the feel in the room. The lighter the color, the more spacious the room will feel. The darker the color, the smaller and more intimate the room will feel.

Most carpets are cheaper to maintain than smooth floors. Carpets also have some acoustic values ​​because they absorb sounds and therefore improve the atmosphere in your home or office. We live in an era of noise pollution caused by vehicles and heavy machinery and other equipment such as telephones, computers, faxes, air conditioning, so the acoustic values ​​of carpets can play an important role in the choice of floor coverings.

The price of a rug is determined by the type of pile which is related to height, whether it is trimmed or cut, and the method of installation required. The higher the quality of the rug, the better the energy benefits providing insulation properties that make your room feel warm and cosy.

Unlike hardwood floors or linoleum, which can be slippery, your rugs provide slip-resistant and shock-absorbing properties. Low-pile rugs provide a good surface for wheelchairs. They are also a good choice for people who use canes or crutches because they can be planted firmly on carpets and will provide a non-slip surface.

The look, colors and aesthetics of the rug is what will appeal to most people. There is a wide variety of colors, patterns, designs and shapes to choose from. The style you choose will largely depend on the size and decor of the room. You may want the rug to make a statement or just blend in with the room. That’s entirely up to you, but remember that nothing destroys the look of a room faster than a loud, sassy rug that seems out of place.

Durability is very important to the look of the rug. How much abuse will the carpet take before it starts to look worn and needs to be replaced? Will it retard stains, resist dirt, and can it resist mildew? Colors are fast and the rug is flame resistant. Be sure to ask the seller these questions when you’re shopping for your new carpet.

Cost is also a consideration. Find out how much your rug is going to cost, and be sure to get your quote in writing. Will you need under the bed or under padding for the rug? How well will it match up in a seam? If you don’t, you’ll have to allow extra for seams. Find out what your installation cost will be, including subfloor preparation and underlayment installation. Find out if the installer will remove and remove the old carpet or linoleum when finished, as well as clean any leftover pieces.

Learn about additional treatments that are available to reduce moisture or alkalinity and find out their cost. Find out what the maintenance costs will be and how much it would cost if your carpet were damaged and needed repairs.

Some of the other things to think about is how long the rug you choose will have style. Also remember that over the years die lots can change and you won’t be able to match the colors of the old carpet to the new ones. So if you are thinking of doing other rooms later with the same rug it is better to do it all at once. The more often you can get a better price this way.

Compare prices at all local dealers to see if their price is lower or higher and to compare services. You can also get a better idea of ​​their customer service when you visit their location. Keep in mind that if the price of the rug is really low compared to the other dealer, all things may not be the same, so do your research further. The rug may look the same, but its quality may not be as good. You may find that the carpet is the same, but there are hidden extras like travel time dumping fees and labor costs to remove the old carpet. Be sure to compare apples to apples.

Only deal with a rug company that has been around for a while. Those truckloads of rugs you see in parking lots are sure to let you down one way or another. Remember that you will get what you pay for.