For many homeowners, carpeting a house is the first step to creating a put-together appearance in each room. Of course, there are many different carpeting types, and choosing the right carpet for the desired appearance can be difficult. Here are some of the most popular carpeting tips for interior design.
When carpeting a room, one of the most important things to consider is color. While many people think that a neutral color will coordinate with anything they put in the room, this is not necessarily true. Just like any other color, neutral hues like grey and beige can have warm and cool undertones, so it is important to make sure they coordinate with the undertones in the rest of the room. A warm beige will look out of place among cool blues, greens, and purples, and a cool grey will clash with reds, oranges, and yellows.
If your room is large or irregularly-shaped, many lists of carpeting tips recommend breaking it up with a variety of carpeting. Because carpeting can be expensive and carpet installation is time-consuming, this may not be the right solution for every homeowner. Instead of using different carpets in the room, consider installing one central carpet, and setting area rugs on top to break up space. This is also a great way to add visual interest to small rooms.
Even if you have taken the undertones of a neutral hue into account, a neutral carpet may not be the best choice for the room. If the furniture and wall hangings are busy, a neutral carpet is fine. If the overall look of the room is neutral and understated, consider adding a bold, patterned carpet to incorporate some visual interest into the room.
By following these carpeting tips, you are sure to have the most well-decorated house on the block.
