Sponsored by Custom Decorators
Buying carpet
the smart way
Do the
“value math”
Value is the relation of price to
quality. A carpet that costs $3 per
square foot and lasts five years has
less value than one that costs $5
per square foot and lasts 10 years.
Knowing how long you need the carpet
to last will help you determine how
much you want to spend.
To learn more about carpet performance ratings, visit the Carpet and
Rug Institute at
www.carpet-rug.org;
click on “Selecting Carpet & Rugs,”
scroll to “Residential” and then
“Performance Rating.”
“It has been said that a beautiful floor is the foundation of a
beautiful room. Just as your shoes can make or break an outfit,
what’s on the floor can change the look and feel of a room.”
—Julia E. Lewis, Southern Accents magazine
NEW COLORS, textures, styles and patterns have made carpet a fashion statement and changed perceptions about what it can do for a room. Many interior
designers now use carpet as a focal point, drawing inspiration from the colors
and textures to coordinate the look for the rest of the room. Whether you
want a fresh new look or just need to replace an ugly old carpet, here are
some pointers to help you make a smart choice.
Start with your needs
When you start to think about carpeting a room, consider how the room is
used as well as its décor. What does the carpet need to do? Wear well in a
