2010年12月3日星期五

3 Carpet Buying Tips To Keep In Mind



Buying a carpet for your home is a significant investment that requires thought and planning. Once your carpet is installed, you are going to have to live with it, so you should be sure that you've picked the right one. To make your selection easier, let's look at some factors you should keep in mind when shopping for your next carpet.

When it comes to carpets, there are a wide variety of types to choose from. Whatever your allotted budget for a carpet, you want to make sure you are getting your money's worth. One way to verify the quality of a carpet is by looking at the carpet specification label, which is placed on every carpet sample. From this you can learn what fabric the carpet is made of, if any kind of anti-stain treatment was applied to it and the pile density. You have to know such things to understand the actual value of any carpet. Some carpet sellers remove the carpet specification label before showing you samples. If this label is missing, this indicates that the seller doesn't want you to know something. It's best to know all the facts about any carpet you are going to buy.

If you are getting wall to wall carpeting, getting an accurate measurement for your room is essential. Measuring a room for a carpet is not an easy thing to do, as the slightest error can cause a problem. You may want to get an expert to measure your home to make sure you get the right amount of carpet. If possible, have someone not affiliated with the carpet seller measure your home. Not all carpet stores are dishonest, but many will overcharge customers if they think they can get away with it, and one way they do this is by fudging the measurements so you have to pay more.

Synthetic materials such as nylon are cheaper than natural fibers, and some people choose one of these to save money. Synthetic materials can also be more stain resistant, which is another reason some people choose them. Not everyone finds synthetic carpets to be a real bargain, however. Many people believe that there are environmental and health hazards associated with synthetic materials. Moreover, natural fibers such as wool have a more luxurious look and feel compared to synthetic materials. When it comes to synthetic materials, acrylic is one that most closely approximates the natural look and feel.

Do your research and shop around before buying a carpet, as there are many differences in quality and value. You also want to be sure that the prices you are quoted include installation and delivery, if you are having the store do this. We've been looking at some helpful suggestions for buying a carpet, but in the end you have to choose one that looks and feels great to you.

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