Carpet designs

Carpet designs

Carpets change the whole look of a space . Earlier carpets were used for living rooms , but now it is being used for bedroom spaces as well . For most people, the bedroom is a cozy sanctuary from the bustle and activity of the rest of the home. The softness, quiet, and warmth of carpet often make it the best flooring option for this private oasis.They provide a comfortable place to sit, play or work and gives a room an overall warmer feeling.

 Carpets  can be of a neutral foundation, or it can be a focal point with vibrant colors and stronger bolder patterns and textures. When in a complementary and neutral color to the walls, can be a great backdrop to the showcase the furniture.It actually acts as a passive air filter, trapping dust, pollen and other particles and removing them from the breathing zone. Studies have shown that people with asthma and allergy problems have seen symptoms improve with carpet.It is ideal for cushioning our footsteps, reducing slips and falls and minimizing injuries when falls do occur.It's best to have a large area rug that goes under the bed and extends beyond the bed on all exposed sides. If you prefer small rugs, create cozy spaces by placing a rug at each side of the bed (for stepping onto when getting in and out of bed in bare feet) as well as in front of a bench or other seating or dressing areas in the room.

 There are hundreds of different carpet colors to choose from these days. Here are some options !

1. WOW WARM -

Warm colors such as red really help to brighten up the room and create a cosy ambience. Red carpets often go well with neutral and warm colored walls and are especially effective in living rooms. Family rooms, in particular, can benefit from a dark red carpet. As well as creating a great accent, it also hides stains particularly well.

2. SOOTHING SUBTLE -

Colours like beige can be chosen. Beige carpets can also make a room look larger than it actually is. Therefore, if you have limited room space, you can use beige to enhance it. Opt for a high quality beige carpet wherever possible. This is because newer neutral carpets use built-in stain-resistant fabrics. This goes some way towards eliminating the worry about placing the beige carpet in a high traffic area.

3. EARTHY WORTHY -

Greens, light blues and stone colors all help to create a calm, serene atmosphere. In today’s modern home, the increasingly popular oriental and earthy tones can be essential. Earthy tones typically look best in either the bathroom or the living room. However, they will show up stains and dirt easily so avoid placing them in high traffic areas that see large levels of child or pet activity.

4. SHAG PILE CARPETS -

The shag pile carpet has increased in popularity over the years. It is a luxury-level carpet style that looks great in the bedroom.

5. TWISTED PILE CARPETS -

The yarn in the carpet has been tightly twisted and the loops are cut to achieve the finished style. One advantage to this type of carpet is that it comes at a variety of different prices.

Q)How to take care of your carpet ?

Additions of things  like carpets to your home also calls for proper maintenance. So here are a few tips -

·       Daily Care: Raking and Shaking

·       Weekly Care: Vacuuming

·       Yearly Care: Shampooing and Washing

·       As Needed Care: Spot Cleaning

Q) How to check the durability of a carpet ?

Ideally, carpet will retain its original texture and appearance for years to come. Durability depends on finding the right balance of three important factors defined below:

1.Finding  Fiber

Ideal for carpeting, nylon 6,6 is a man-made fiber that is wear-resistant (soil and stain resistant). Its natural properties allow for a very wide range of colors and color blends and the newest fibers offer the look and feel of wool, but with much less maintenance and expense.

2. Twist -

The tighter the twist, the more the carpet will resist changes in appearance and texture

3. Density check

Density describes the amount of pile in the carpet and how close the tufts are to one another. In general, the more dense the carpet the better the quality. Check density by pressing your fingers on the carpet and trying to reach the backing.

Q)How to Clean Carpet Stains ?

·       Food and Drink Stains-

Use a clean, white absorbent cloth or paper towel to blot-never rub-with warm water. Press down firmly to remove as much moisture as possible. Repeat until no stain appears on the cloth.

If the stain is stubborn and won't come out, make a solution of one quart of warm water and one teaspoon of mild non-bleach laundry detergent  Apply this solution to the stain, let it sit for about five minutes and blot up excess moisture. Rinse with warm water and again remove the moisture by blotting. Repeat until there's no more detergent in the carpet.

·       Nail-Polish Spills-

Scoop and blot, and then apply a non-oily polish remover. Blot with a clean, white absorbent cloth.

Hope this article helped ! Thanks !

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