05/06/2026
🏡 Thinking About New Carpet? Here Are a Few Things to Consider Before You Buy!
Choosing carpet is about much more than colour and how soft it feels under your feet. Different carpet styles and fibres can make a big difference to how your carpet looks and performs over time.
✔️ Do you like or dislike shading?
Some soft, plush carpets naturally show footprints, vacuum marks and shading. Many people love this luxurious look, while others prefer a carpet with a more consistent appearance.
✔️ Natural fibre or dyed fibre?
Wool is a beautiful natural fibre with excellent insulation and durability. Solution-dyed nylon and polypropylene offer excellent stain resistance and colour consistency. Each has its own benefits depending on your home and lifestyle.
✔️ Do you have pets? 🐾
Some loop pile carpets can be vulnerable to pet claws catching and pulling the loops. Cats may also find certain carpet styles more tempting to scratch than others.
✔️ Is softness your top priority?
While soft carpets feel amazing underfoot, softer plush styles can show more shading and tracking and may flatten over time, particularly in high-traffic areas. Sometimes a slightly firmer carpet can maintain its appearance for longer.
✔️ How is the room used?
A busy family room may need a different carpet to a spare bedroom or formal lounge. Choosing the right carpet for the space can make all the difference.
💡 The best carpet isn't necessarily the softest or the most expensive—it's the one that suits your lifestyle, expectations, pets, and the way you live.
Not sure where to start? That's what we're here for. We can help you find the right carpet for your home, family and budget.
👇 When choosing carpet, what's most important to you?
Softness • Durability • Appearance • Stain Resistance • Pet-Friendly