How to choose a modern carpet on the floor?

Carpets have long been a symbol of wealth, and today are part of the interior of the room and complement it. But they also create a homely and unforgettable atmosphere. Many find it difficult to imagine a house without a carpet.

The choice of carpets on the floor is so great that it is very easy to spoil the view of the entire hall and make the room tasteless. The living room is the face of the house. All the guests come there, and they should feel comfortable and cozy.

Materials

The quality of the material plays a significant role in choosing a carpet. It should be not only beautiful, but also practical. Design is very important, but quality is equally important. Previously, the choice of materials was not so great. Carpets woven from wool and silk, but today the situation has changed completely. Now there is a fairly large selection of materials that can not please all buyers.

Most often, carpets are made from the following materials:

1. Wool;
2. Wool mixture;
3. Viscose;
4. Cotton;
5. Synthetics;
6. Silks;
7. Knitwear;
8. Jute;
9. Polyamide;
10. Polypropylene;
11. Polyester

They are very different from each other, as well as carpets woven from them. They are not similar in quality, strength, structure and composition.

Perhaps wool is the most common and popular material of all. Very often in the manufacture of woolen carpets use elastic pile in order to extend their service life and make them more durable and reliable. There are often cases when such a palace served its owners up to 50 years. This is an impressive figure. If the wool carpet with the addition of a pile was made with high quality and in good faith, then it will most likely remain in the living room for up to 10 years at least. But all this provided that he was carefully and regularly cared for. He needs: cleaning, antifungal and antimol compositions and regular airing.

If you choose between wool and wool, then the choice will definitely fall on wool. It is made with the addition of synthetics, which makes it less capricious and cheaper.

Viscose is considered an artificial fiber, but it is made exclusively by natural means. Carpets of this material are not inferior in strength and can lie for a long time in a room with high traffic.

Cotton carpets are very popular lately due to the fact that they are very pleasant for the feet and fit in any living room. To spoil them is a big problem, and the fact that they are safe and natural, makes you pay attention to them and seriously consider the option of buying.

Synthetic carpets have two very important advantages: price and variety. For many, these factors are decisive.Everyone loves when you can choose different colors and patterns, and such carpets provide such an opportunity. And the prices do not bite, which is a rarity.

Silk carpets are notable for their high cost, but they are clearly worth it. Silk carpets look great in the living room and definitely attract attention. As a rule, they are made by hand, which affects the price category. They often make a variety of embroidery, which is considered very fashionable and stylish. Fine silk thread allows you to reproduce the image in the smallest detail. And in the strength of this material has no equal. In addition, these carpets always look stylish and aesthetically pleasing. But you should be careful with them. In no case should direct sunlight fall on them, and they should be washed with extreme care.

Knitwear carpets have both minuses and advantages. The advantages include low price and durability. And by cons - the complete absence of moisture resistance.

Jute carpets look great in the living room. They are eco-friendly and very durable.

Polyamide has several advantages or even features. They are resistant to fire and have a bright color. They can lie for a long time and do not spoil at all, and the drawing on them will remain as bright and interesting.

If for the buyer the look and beauty are in the first place, then the polypropylene carpet is ideal. The depth of color, a variety of colors will not leave anyone indifferent. In addition, they practically do not require special care. Their structure is such that it does not accumulate dust and dirt.

Polyester is very similar to wool. Carpets of this material are always soft and very pleasant. They never crumple.

How to check the quality of the carpet?

About the material has already been said, but we must not forget about the quality. If the seller convinces that the carpet is made, for example, from 100% wool, this does not mean that you need to blindly believe him. No one is immune from forgery. But few people know how to properly check the quality of the carpet. In a good quality carpet, you will not see the fabric of the base when bent, because with good quality manufacturing, the knots are tied very tightly and the pile does not diverge in different directions.

How to choose a modern carpet on the floor in the hall?

Carpets can perform a variety of functions. Besides the fact that they create a homely atmosphere and comfort, they are a stylish and fashionable solution to many problems. For example, a carpet or oblong-shaped carpeting can help visually stretch the space. But square carpets are suitable for those who want to make the living room more miniature. In addition, they can be used to designate the dining area, etc. To designate a zone in the interior, round carpets are often used.

As for the size, there are classic sizes of large, medium and small carpets:

• small carpets are 0.6x1.1, 0.8x1.5, 1x2, 1.5x2 m;
• middle ones - 1.5x2, 2x3 m;
• large - 2x3.5, 2x4, 2, 5x4, 3x4, 3x5 m.

Depending on what function the carpet should perform, it is worth choosing the shape and size of the carpet. But with the coloring all somewhat more complicated. To do this, there are some tips from designers on how to choose the right color scheme and pattern of the carpet.

It is impossible not to take into account the color of the floor. If it is light, then you can lay a carpet of both light and bright or dark tones. But if the floor is of a dark color, then it is better to abandon the gloomy colors and refresh the space with something bright or quieter.

As a rule, already at the planning stage of the living room, it is clear which car is best suited. But if this question is not paid due attention, we must not forget about the style of the room. If the room is furnished in a classic style, then it is desirable that the carpet be neutral shades. But in modern and art deco styles, bright colors are very popular.

Everyone loves it when the living room is large and spacious. In such huge rooms one can give free rein to fantasy and equip a room, as the soul desires, which is not the case with small rooms. Too bright carpet can make the room even smaller. Therefore, it is better to pay attention to the muted tones. And if the soul wants a carpet with a picture, then in no case should it be catchy.

Do not forget about the light. Everyone wants a bright, cozy living room. And the carpet, oddly enough, can help with this. If the windows face the north or west side, the carpet of warm, cozy color can solve the problem of lack of light. If the windows overlook the southern and eastern sides, on the contrary, it is necessary to compensate for the overabundance of sun rays with cold shades.

The amount of furniture in the room also plays an important role. If the room is richly furnished with different furniture, then a bright carpet can make the interior crowded and overcrowded.

As already mentioned, it is necessary to take into account the style of the hall before choosing a carpet. To do this, you need to know which colors and shades are suitable for each style.

• In the Empire style living room is better to buy carpets with geometric or floral pattern. As for the color shades, it is worthwhile to dwell on dark blue, dark red, black and white.
• Modern, Art Deco and Art Nouveau are very close to each other. In these cases there are no clear limits.
• Baroque loves floral ornaments. In any case, they will look very good and appropriate. Here beige and gold combine well with other pastel tones. And furniture of the “black gold” color will look good with carpets of inconspicuous tones.
• Eclectic and Victorian style only welcome interesting, bright, exotic, oriental carpets.
• Grunge prefers monochrome carpets of bright colors.
• But minimalism does not tolerate bright, or Eastern, or Indian carpets. Everything is simple and tasteful.
• But in the living room of pop art style, on the contrary, you can pick up carpets of bright and unusual colors.
• If the room is fully furnished with antique furniture, the carpet should fit and look somewhat worn.
• In the living room of high-tech style, a carpet of cool colors with an interesting pattern of smooth, clear lines is perfect.

How to arrange the carpet in the living room?

It is desirable that the carpet was less than the area of ​​the room so that it does not fill the entire space. Most often, people prefer to lay the carpet so that it is under the sofa, and the person sitting on it’s feet are warm.

If the carpet should help to divide the room into several zones, then it should be put in the part of the room that you want to separate. Under the table and chairs or under the usual sofa or corner, etc.

Conclusion

Selecting a carpet is quite a challenge even for an experienced designer. Therefore, the services of professionals are not necessary, everything can be done by yourself. And for this you just need to know exactly what you want.

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