Of all the different flooring styles available, from carpet to stone and hardwood tile, you decided to choose carpet as the new flooring for your home. The rug has a rich history, but was not typically used as an interior floor covering in Europe until the 18th century. Since then, people have realized that the rug is soft and comfortable. Nowadays, especially with the new advances in anti-stain treatments, it is relatively easy to maintain. The rug is sure to make your home warm and inviting for visitors, and you and your family will enjoy all it has to offer as well.
One of the benefits of carpeting your home is that the carpet is believed to capture dust mites, pet dander, and other irritants. This prevents irritants and potential allergens from floating around the room. However, if left on the carpet for too long, these moths and allergens can be harmful; this is one of the reasons why rugs need regular care and vacuuming. With proper care, the rug will be a warm and comfortable addition to any room.
There are many other benefits of carpeting your home. For example, carpet is a mostly slip-resistant surface (compared to hardwood) and will provide a somewhat cushioned landing area in the event of a fall. The rug also acts as an insulator and warms the room it is in. Additionally, it reduces sound by dampening noise, is relatively inexpensive, and is durable enough to outlast many other types of flooring available.
The most common type of carpet on the market is called a tufted carpet. You will likely end up buying a tufted rug, but don’t let that worry you, although it is the most common rug available, there are still plenty of options available to suit your room. Tufted rug comes in solid colors, mixed colors, or an eclectic variety of colors in a specific pattern or random arrangement. In addition, various tufted carpet constructions are also available. You can choose between a cut pile, level loop pile, or cut and loop pile construction when choosing your rug.
As with any purchase you plan to make, be sure to shop around for the most competitive price when shopping for rugs. Although tufted rug is the most common and often readily available, prices vary and you want to make sure you get the best deal. You may even be interested in buying discount rugs. Don’t think that because it’s labeled “discount” it’s not as good as full price rug; in fact, discount rugs are usually discounted because it’s a remnant, it’s from the end of the roll, or it’s part of a discontinued product line. If you choose to buy a discount rug, be sure to check a few things first. Make sure the rug has passed your inspection. Additionally, you’ll want to check and see if the rug warranty is still available (and be sure to check the point of purchase’s return policy as well).