It simultaneously adds color, texture & variety to a room. It accounts for about 25% of a room’s surface and can represent one of the largest investments you will make in your home design. We are talking about your floor covering decision. Despite its importance, many homeowners mistakenly separate the floor covering decision from other interior design considerations.
“Going it alone”, has two major concerns. First, the dizzying array of textures, colors and designs gives you ample opportunity to use floor covering as a major part of your interior design selection. Second, with so many options, it can be an extremely confusing and stressful decision process.
A successful floor covering project can involve three major players. The carpet retailer is the link between you and the carpet mills. The dealer will be able to recommend the right type of covering and appropriate fiber or fiber blends based on your budget, use, lifestyle and tastes. The next major player is the installer. Most reputable dealers have their own in-house installers or a team of contract installers. As these are the people who actually install your carpet, it’s important to have qualified, experienced installers.
The third ’player’ is your interior designer. As a frequent purchaser of carpet, your interior designer has a good sense of who the quality carpet retailers and installers are. Also an interior designer can add a few simple touches that will make a major improvement in a room’s appearance. These touches can include beveling, custom installations, special cuts, or even a blending of two different types of carpeting. Another dramatic effect is achieved by blending hardwood floors with carpeting. Custom flooring doesn’t necessarily mean expensive. A collaborative approach with your ’team players’ can enhance your home. Make your choice carefully and you’ll enjoy the dividends for a long time.
“Going it alone”, has two major concerns. First, the dizzying array of textures, colors and designs gives you ample opportunity to use floor covering as a major part of your interior design selection. Second, with so many options, it can be an extremely confusing and stressful decision process.
A successful floor covering project can involve three major players. The carpet retailer is the link between you and the carpet mills. The dealer will be able to recommend the right type of covering and appropriate fiber or fiber blends based on your budget, use, lifestyle and tastes. The next major player is the installer. Most reputable dealers have their own in-house installers or a team of contract installers. As these are the people who actually install your carpet, it’s important to have qualified, experienced installers.
The third ’player’ is your interior designer. As a frequent purchaser of carpet, your interior designer has a good sense of who the quality carpet retailers and installers are. Also an interior designer can add a few simple touches that will make a major improvement in a room’s appearance. These touches can include beveling, custom installations, special cuts, or even a blending of two different types of carpeting. Another dramatic effect is achieved by blending hardwood floors with carpeting. Custom flooring doesn’t necessarily mean expensive. A collaborative approach with your ’team players’ can enhance your home. Make your choice carefully and you’ll enjoy the dividends for a long time.
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