What do you think your carpet might say if it could actually talk to you? Would it be happy or would you expect to hear a list of complaints and a resignation from your home décor scheme? Carpets always, always have a variety of stains in them - big and small. Everything from drops of morning coffee to whole glasses of wine that took a nosedive during some late night house party of yours. The memories may fade in your mind but the stains in the carpet never really fade away totally. If you look around you'll notice that your carpet is probably the most worn looking item of furnishing in your home. It probably needs replacing more quickly that you thought; if you look really closely at it. Here's some tips for choosing a new carpet (if that's what you decide to do of course).



The first thing you need to take note of is the area where you need new carpeting. Is it a location where action is always ongoing? This would pretty much include the stairway, the living room or the halls. If it is, then make sure you decide on a carpet that's durable enough to withstand all the frequent treading of busy feet. Even if a quality carpet costs slightly more than usual, it is a better investment if you think about the added years it will take for you to change it again! Swipe that card!

Now let's talk about the people who will be in constant contact with your carpet. If you happen to have toddlers who won't call it a day without spilling everything on anything, then save yourself the high blood pressure. Splurge on stain-resistant brands that are spill-safe from your kid's next big splash! If you have young little ones who are just starting to crawl, do make their developmental journey enjoyable by choosing a soft carpet.

When it comes to selecting the perfect color for your new carpet, be sure you take note of these details. Firstly, the color of your carpet will be the deciding factor for your overall home design. It can also predict the selling value of your house if ever you have the need to put it on sale. I mean, really, would you buy a house with neon green carpeting? Generic colors of beige, tan, or gray give your home that neutral quality that offers lots of designing options. This is what most buyers look for. So if you have plans of moving out in the future, think again before buying that pink carpet, even if it's on sale. Be wary of carpet colors that are too light. A white carpet makes stains really eye-catching and it would appear grimy in no time. Unless you have three maids in the house to take care of the cleaning, opt for a carpet that's a bit on the darker side. A soft gray hue would be a wonderful pick! Another option would be those patterned carpets that camouflage spills easily.

Lastly, how much are you willing to pay for a new carpet? If you have plans of relocating or emigrating, then keep the cash output in the sensible range of things. Otherwise, you could be spending way too much on something you would ultimately have to leave behind.

There's no need to rush into buying a new carpet. It's a pretty permanent household fixture so take your time in making a choice. Ask friends you trust what they love or hate about their own carpets. Do plenty of window shopping and check out as many styles as you can before making any firm decisions. Carpet is one of those things you need to touch to get a real sense of how it would feel in your home. Don't make the mistake of buying just because it's on sale or without seeing the carpet first.