How to choose the color of the carpet on the floor. How to choose a carpet in the living room: materials, size and color

For thousands of years, the carpet has been one of the symbols of the wealth of the owners. Not surprisingly, the magic of this stereotype has extended to cheap machine-woven carpets. Then the demand was saturated, and a rare family escaped the temptation to hang a carpet on the wall in the living room or bedroom. Over time, this began to be regarded as a sign of philistinism. However, even the most current fashion today does not expel the carpet from the interior, it only allocates space for it on the floor and reduces the space allotted for it. And which one to choose from natural materials or artificial, bright or neochen, you decide.

How to choose floor carpet material?

To begin with, let's clarify what materials are generally used in modern carpet weaving. Conventionally, all materials are divided into natural and artificial.

Group of natural materials

Wool

traditional carpet material self made. With all the naturalness and environmental friendliness, it still remains a potential allergen. Another nuisance associated with wool is the buildup of static electricity and the associated stickiness of dirt. With such characteristics, a woolen carpet cannot be recommended in a house with children, not to mention covering the floors of a nursery with it.

Of course, a natural wool carpet can be treated with various compositions, which:

• neutralize static;
• give fire-fighting properties;
• make it repel dirt;
• scare away moths;
• fight fungus.

But any impregnation makes the statement about the naturalness and environmental friendliness of the material meaningless.

Sheep wool, handmade - these are signs of an expensive and high-quality carpet, most often with ethnic patterns, which looks good in eclectic, colonial, as well as classical style when it comes to English classics.

Among the advantages of woolen carpets are calm tones (wool does not accept paint well) and long-term preservation of the original color - natural dyes do not fade in the sun like synthetic ones.

Silk

Another traditional material, from which the most expensive handmade carpets are made, because it is natural silk obtained from silkworm cocoons. A thin thread allows you to work out the finest lines of patterns, but makes hard work even harder. In terms of durability, silk carpets have no equal - masters say that good job will retain both color and quality for 200 years.

And although Iranian carpets are still considered the best, manufacturers from Turkey, India and even Belgium can argue with this.

Of course, such a carpet will not warm the feet, but it is not bought for the sake of warmth. It is very delicate to the touch, shimmers and changes colors depending on the angle of view. If it shows an ethnic pattern, then it will look good in the same styles that have already been mentioned for wool.

If such a carpet is laid in the living room, you will also have to protect it from children. Or choose something simpler until they grow up.

Cotton

Pure cotton carpets are rare. Usually these are lint-free models that can also be used as bedspreads. Such products are well tolerated by washing - both manual and machine.

Cotton carpet-spread is good decision for a home with children, because it can only be spread out during the games of a small child. And it will also fit perfectly into the style of country, eco or Scandinavian.

In terms of abrasion and other strength characteristics, cotton is not the best material, therefore it is more suitable as stationary models You will find carpets made of it on sale only in combination with artificial materials, such as polyester.

Group of artificial materials

IMPORTANT! All artificial fibers are hypoallergenic.

Acrylic

On average, acrylic products "live" no more than 5 years. The carpet is rarely entirely made of acrylic, more often it is made in combination with wool, which reduces the cost of the material, but does not increase its wear resistance - with high traffic, acrylic quickly wears out.

The material is well tolerated dry cleaning by professional means, so it can even be recommended to give it to cleaning companies for cleaning.

IMPORTANT! It is not worth washing the acrylic carpet yourself, because they are usually made on an adhesive basis, which dries for a long time and therefore can become the basis for the reproduction of the fungus.

Viscose

An artificial fiber that is produced from cellulose (a product of wood processing). Delicate and silky, it has long been used for the production of fabrics, as well as in carpet weaving.

However, it is worth knowing that under the influence of moisture, the viscose fiber loses its shape, and the carpet is attractive. appearance.

IMPORTANT! Never wash viscose carpets. And if liquid is spilled, immediately remove moisture with a hygroscopic rag or napkin.

An inexpensive viscose carpet may grab your attention, but cleaning such a carpet will cost more than a normal carpet because you have to use water-free products. This is usually done in dry cleaners.

At home, it is recommended to clean the viscose carpet with a soft brush. The vacuum cleaner can be used, and even on both sides. It is also not forbidden to knock it out.

Depending on the pattern, such a carpet can become part of the interior in any style.

Polyester

Not only machine-made carpets are made from this material, but also handicrafts. These are long-haired shaggy, beloved by many. Soft, fluffy polyester carpet is similar to wool, but has a number of valuable qualities:

• high wear resistance, which allows you to lay it in frequently passable places;
• durability;
• ease of care;
• low price.

Both adults and children like this carpet. However, it is worth treating it with an antistatic agent, because it easily accumulates static electricity. Another disadvantage is the difficult recovery after deformation.

Polyester (polyester) carpets are usually chosen for modern interiors - it can be high-tech, eco, and democratic Scandinavian.

Polypropylene

Products from this material differ not only in extremely high color fastness, they are also not afraid of any pollution. The reason is simple and lies in the smooth surface of the fiber, which does not absorb anything into itself. A simple cleaning is enough to bring the carpet back to the look it had right after purchase. The abrasion of the carpet is very low, it can be laid where people constantly walk.

In homes with children, such carpets can be a salvation from spilled liquids and other contaminants. If the style of the interior is not associated with a particular era or country, a modern polypropylene rug will fit perfectly into it.

IMPORTANT! With all the advantages, polypropylene also has a significant drawback: it is a fire hazardous material, that is, it supports combustion well.

By the way, popular hat-set carpets are made from polypropylene.

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It is worth adding that in the manufacture of a carpet, both one material and their mixtures can be used. This improves the strength characteristics, reduces the tendency to deformation, and facilitates the care of the carpet. In addition, the addition of synthetic and artificial fibers to natural ones reduces the cost of the finished product.

To choose suitable material carpet for the living room, it is worth taking into account such factors as the patency of the room, the children playing in it, the presence of pets in the house, for example, dogs and cats. Synthetics are easier to clean, more durable, and most importantly - cheaper, which allows you to change carpets. Handmade carpets made from natural fibers are more of an investment, because they are expensive, and even after many years of use they can be sold for good money.

Video: how to choose a quality carpet

Color and pattern

There are so many carpets produced in the world that in this variety there is sure to be both a pattern and a color that perfectly suits your interior. So, you just need to know what exactly you are looking for.

First of all, you need to focus on the style in which the living room is executed. If it is pronounced, you should not interrupt it even with a very beautiful carpet of a different style. Below is a list of styles with tips and examples.

historical styles

Empire

The Napoleonic style is also considered high classicism. Carpets must match - have a geometric or floral pattern in strict accordance with the ornaments of that era. Colors - white, saturated dark blue, dark red, black and silver.

Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Modern

Let's combine similar styles. Despite the fact that we are used to seeing a lot of smooth lines in the graphics of that time, it was not alien and strict geometry, with special love for black and white ornaments. Stained-glass windows are a special topic, their multicolor was reinforced in textiles, in particular, in carpets. The color scheme is unpredictable - from all the colors of the rainbow in one carpet to black and white severity.

Baroque

When choosing a carpet for the interior of the Baroque era, one should focus on floral ornaments, a form characteristic of this time. The colors are set by the main gamut of the interior: white and gold will be combined with beige and faded light carpets. Black and gold furniture is more dramatic, but it also goes well with soft-colored rugs.

Eclecticism

Here is where expanse for experiments. All oriental rugs can fit into this style, not to mention plain or modern colors and patterns. Eclecticism combines different styles and in different proportions, so only one thing can be recommended: follow the measure.

ethnic styles

English (Victorian)

Sherlock Holmes and good old England. Oriental carpets fit well into such an interior. However, it would be very nice if the carpets looked vintage.

African

Here, either bright tribal ornaments, or the skins of zebras and leopards - both give an immediately recognizable African flavor.

Oriental

Despite all the vagueness of the concept, we are able to determine at a glance East style in the interior. Focus on the ornaments of the country that gave impetus to inspiration - this will give integrity to the interior. If it is fantasy, it is enough just to choose a carpet that is in harmony with the main range of colors.

Egyptian

Ancient Egypt strikes with the richness and brightness of colors in its paintings and jewelry. It is these works of art that are usually reflected in the stylized Egyptian interior. As for the floor carpet, it has a supporting role. It can be a simple ornament, reminiscent of those that we have selected as an example.

Indian

Bright colors, whimsical ornaments - this is what we expect from India. And there, by the way, a variety of carpets are produced. But for the ethnic style, only those that most sharply emphasize the national flavor of this country are suitable. Be guided by the fact that a person from the threshold could understand that you have conceived not just an oriental, but an Indian interior.

Provence

Freshness - this is the feeling that arises first when looking at the Provence-style interior. It will not be difficult to choose a carpet - the same pastel shades and floral motifs that are automatically associated with this style are repeated in carpets.

Scandinavian

white walls, white furniture and ultimate simplicity and functionality scandinavian style as if they were created to be a background for color accents, which are generously scattered by designers to breathe life into this white silence. The carpet in this case is no exception - it can be the central color spot of the interior, so its choice should be approached very carefully. Colors can be any, but saturated ones look more cheerful.

Japanese

And here you don't really have to choose. Authenticity requires laying tatami on the floor. And if this rule is not respected, then something simple and strict can be recommended, perhaps with accentuated edges, for example, a plain, smooth carpet that is in harmony with the main colors of the interior. Pictures can be placed on cabinets, screens.

Modern styles

grunge

You can do without carpet. And if he asks for a grunge-style living room, then this is a plain carpet with any pile length that is nice for the owner. Shaggy will take root here in the same way as a perfectly smooth rug. The colors are not bright - the color itself is unimportant, even if it is purple, the muffled tone is important.

Country

Another cheerful style, reminiscent, like Provence, of life on fresh air. Only here there is less French: lining on the walls, check and roses in textiles. If the living room uses bright textiles with a floral pattern, then let it be the main color accent. Then the carpet is either plain in pastel colors, or with a simple geometry, or with a pale floral pattern.

Minimalism

A minimum of things resembles asceticism. Therefore, neither oriental nor acid carpet will be inappropriate here. Everything is simple and functional - a plain carpet underfoot, easy to clean, in harmony with the walls in color. No frills, even a long pile is useless.

Pop Art

The best training ground for young and creative people who have not yet recovered from comics, as well as for those who want to look like that. When choosing a rug for a pop art living room, you should look at the brightest and most original ones.

High tech

Add more first-class technology to minimalism, and you get high-tech. Everything that was said above about minimalism applies to this style. Only now you are free to choose a rug of more pleasant colors and more authentic wool. True, monophonic still rule.

Eco

Lovers of nature and everything natural, of course, will prefer this style in the design of their living room. With flowers, everything here is determined by nature, with materials - too. It is not surprising if the carpet in the living room turns out to be green like grass, or in the form of fluffy “stones”.

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So, now it is clear that the pattern of the carpet is determined by the style to which it belongs, and the color is selected taking into account the color scheme of the room, unless the carpet serves as an accent color in a monochrome living room.

Try to pick up a carpet following simple rules:

• for bright and colorful furniture, a calm shade of a carpet is better, better than a plain one;
• the floor covering can be beaten as follows: either in contrast (for a dark floor - a light carpet and vice versa), or take a carpet a tone lighter or darker than the floor;
• a large drawing reduces space, so such drawings are contraindicated in small living rooms;
• the warm or cold color of the carpet can also add variety to the color scheme of the room: if it is cold, take a carpet of a warm shade, and vice versa. Support this contrast with a few more color accents, such as sofa cushions.

Separately, it is worth mentioning the ability of carpets to “report” about the interests and hobbies of people living in this house. For example, next to the piano, it is quite possible to lay a carpet with a pattern of black and white stripes that form the keys. The young artist will love the bright colors of the carpet with crayons.

Shape and size

Two more characteristics of carpets, but not related to style.

As for the sizes, there is a generally accepted classification and common proportions:

• small carpets are 0.6x1.1, 0.8x1.5, 1x2, 1.5x2 m;
• medium - 1.5x2, 2x3 m;
• large - 2x3.5, 2x4.2.5x4.3x4, 3x5 m.

Before you go shopping, experiment with colored tape - lay it out with the space that you intend to take under the carpet. Or start from the size of the model you like and lay out its perimeter with tape. This will allow you to estimate the future area of ​​​​the carpet in advance.

Now on sale you can find not only standard carpets of rectangular, square, oval and round shapes, but also with variously cut edges. However, priorities should be set as follows: first of all, it is worth focusing on style and color, and only if there is a choice, one or another form can be preferred.

This does not mean that the shape of the carpet does not affect the overall perception of the interior. This is especially clearly seen if the carpet occupies a small space and serves to zone the room. But we will talk about this in the next chapter.

Where to place?

Nowadays, fashion says that you should not buy a carpet that will take up the entire room from wall to wall - that way we will not distinguish it from carpet. And if he smaller size rooms, we have some freedom in its location. By the way, no one forbids spreading more than one carpet in a room.

The location can be approached functionally: its place is where the feet touch the floor when the person is sitting. Therefore, most often carpets are laid next to sofas and armchairs.

Another criterion for placing a carpet in the living room is the zoning of the space. It acts as a binder for a group of pieces of furniture, which turns out to be a kind of "island". For example, a sofa and armchairs can be combined with a carpet into an island of relaxation in front of the TV.

In the same way, you can use it to highlight the area reserved for work or hobbies. The carpet of "keys" has already been mentioned above - it perfectly highlights the area reserved for playing music.

Often the center of the living room space becomes coffee table. Under it, you can place a suitable rug, the dimensions of which will be prompted by the neighboring furniture. The round shape is associated with integrity, completeness. It works well for highlighting the center.

Small rugs are suitable for placement color accents. They can be placed in front of armchairs or, if the room has a fireplace, then in front of it.

If there are several rugs, they may not be the same, but at the same time they should have something in common - a color scheme or material and a manufacturing method.

• One of the fashion trends is the selection of a carpet and curtains, if not with an identical pattern (this is also possible), then at least with a similar one. If there is no suitable carpet - let it be sofa cushions curtain fabric.
• Carpet exactly the same color as the walls the best solution because it looks rather boring.
• The stripes on the carpet can change the perception of space - it "lengthens" along the stripes. This can be used to visually correct rooms with "bad" proportions. Paths have the same property, so you should not lay a path in long room- it will become even longer.
• round carpet and round chandelier - good combination. But it is worth knowing that a large round shape visually reduces the room, which means that it is only suitable for large living rooms.

The choice of carpet for the floor in the living room according to Feng Shui

• The Chinese believed that the best flowers for floor carpets will be red and brown. It is these colors that will give the home life force and attract wealth for its owners.
• According to Feng Shui, the ideal shape for a carpet that will lie in the living room is round. In other words, a round red or brown carpet underfoot is an optima. And square and rectangular ones are associated with the energy of mental labor, so it is better to lay them in offices. Oval are suitable for any room.
• There are also tips on the length of the pile - a long and fluffy pile is preferable, because it is he who brings health and happiness to the inhabitants of the house.
• Of the materials, it is better to give preference to natural.
• Regarding the floor: it is highly undesirable to lay carpets on top of damaged floors. The same applies to dirt - floors must be repaired and washed clean before carpet is laid on them. Only in this case the item will work.
• To clean the energy of the carpet, every time before cleaning, lightly sprinkle it with salt and dry herbs. They take on the negative and are easily collected with a vacuum cleaner.

What carpets are better not to lay in the hall

• Undesirable in the living room carpets with a long pile - their place in the bedroom. If ease of cleaning is a significant factor, then it is better to choose with a short pile. In addition, there are almost no traces of furniture legs on it.
• You should not lay velor carpets in the living room either: despite the ease of cleaning, they are very sensitive to pressure, and not only furniture. They even retain footprints, and frequent traffic will quickly render them unusable.
• It is better not to put a carpet made of natural material where they most often go.

Photo gallery: carpets in the interior of the living room

A green carpet brought life to the living room with beige walls and floor from natural wood Rainbow circles and bright armchairs in a living room with white walls and dark floors

The rugs give the interior a special coziness, and thanks to the right design, they can also be an additional decoration of any room. Practical and decorative, these carpets are in high demand among consumers, and a large assortment allows you to choose best option for every taste and budget. In order for the product to serve for a long time and not cause trouble, you need to know how to choose a carpet for the floor in terms of quality, what you need to pay attention to when buying and how to lay it correctly.

What is palas? This is the same carpet, but without pile, made by hand or machine. Factory coating is available in the form of tracks (from 0.8 to 1 m wide) and canvases (maximum width 5 m) in rolls. When buying, a piece of the desired length is cut off, and the cut is processed with an overlock to avoid thread shedding. Many companies also produce shaped carpets with a finished pattern and finished edges. Such products have a fixed cost, and not by footage, like roll coatings.

Manufacturing technique

According to the manufacturing technique, carpets are divided into three types:

• woven- products have the greatest strength, due to the special weave of the threads. Produced by machine and by hand;
• needle punched- the threads are fixed on a rubber or latex base with glue, which avoids shedding when cutting. The material is affordable and easy to care for;
• tufted- are made on a felt, latex or woven basis using special machines. Unique technology allows you to create a three-dimensional pattern on the surface of the rug, so that the coating has an original and very decorative look.

Material

According to the material of manufacture, all rugs are divided into synthetic and natural. Synthetic products are more saturated and bright colors, elasticity, resistance to pollution. They are made from nylon, acrylic, polypropylene threads and polyester, and artificial felt, rubber, latex, artificial jute are used as the basis. Also in this category are viscose rugs, although this material is not synthetic, but artificial.

The material for natural coatings is most often sheep and camel wool, products made from linen, silk, sisal and cotton are also popular. In terms of cost, they are at least half as expensive as synthetic carpets, or even 2-3 times, depending on the density and method of manufacture. Natural rugs absorb sounds well and retain heat better, but at the same time they are more demanding on operating conditions and quickly become dirty. Their color palette is more modest, since natural materials are less susceptible to coloring, but the pattern almost does not fade, unlike synthetic products.

Density

The main indicator of the quality of such coatings is their density. It is expressed by the number of nodules per unit area - y domestic manufacturers on the square meter, have overseas per square inch. For machine manufacturing, the minimum density is 300 thousand knots per m2, the maximum is up to 1.5 million. There are several categories of carpet density:

• coarse knitting - 50-100 thousand knots per m2 (manual manufacturing technique);
• average density - from 100 to 325 thousand;
• high density - from 325 to 500 thousand;
• very high - from 500 to 1 million.

The density of more than a million knots is achieved in the manufacture of products from natural and artificial silk, the threads of which have the smallest thickness. In woolen or, for example, polyamide rugs, such density does not exist. The higher this indicator, the more expensive and better the product is: more expressive pattern, higher resistance to deformation and wiping of fibers, longer service life.

Advice. If there is no information on the density of the carpet on the label, you can determine it yourself. To do this, from the wrong side, count the number of knots per 1 square centimeter and multiply the resulting number by 1000.

Pros and cons of coverage

If you have not yet decided whether to buy a carpet, it would be useful to familiarize yourself with all the advantages and disadvantages of such products.

Pros:

• the carpet perfectly muffles steps and other sounds;
• in the cold season it increases comfort, it is pleasant to walk on it with bare feet;
• perfectly protects the floor covering from scratches and other damages;
• with the help of the original design of the carpet, you can profitably zone the room, give it a stylish and extraordinary look.

Palace - bright element children's

If we compare the carpet and pile carpet, most of the advantages are on the side of the first coating:

• more affordable cost;
• lack of lint makes cleaning easier;
• it is more convenient to walk on the carpet in shoes - the heels do not get tangled in the pile;
• less weight;
• thanks to the continuous pattern, the flooring can be cut into pieces in any direction - after processing the cuts, you will get several full-fledged smaller rugs.

Concerning shortcomings, here we can only note the lower thermal insulation compared to pile carpets. In other characteristics, carpets are in no way inferior to them, unless, of course, we are talking about quality products.

Types of rugs according to the material of manufacture

The quality of a carpet largely depends on the material of its manufacture. Each material has its own characteristics that determine the durability of the product, its resistance to negative influences, appearance and tactile sensations when using the carpet.

Woolen

Among natural carpets, wool products occupy a leading position. This is due, first of all, to its thermal insulation properties, in addition, high-quality processed wool is very soft and pleasant to the touch. The most common and affordable are sheep wool carpets, the most expensive ones are made of camel wool. Goat hair is used rarely and mainly for hand made, in factory conditions, its use is unprofitable.

Advantages of woolen rugs:

• service life with careful care reaches 40-50 years;
• the coating looks solid and expensive;
• wool perfectly retains heat;
• high wear resistance;
• burnout resistance.

Flaws:

• high price;
• prone to pollution;
• may cause allergies;
• wool is damaged by moths and mold;
• when wet, the coating may emit an unpleasant odor;
• great weight.

Factory-made rugs cannot be called environmentally friendly, since wool is processed by various chemical compounds to protect against fungus, moths, pollution.

Silk

These are premium coatings, and they cost more than wool products. Silk rugs are thin, but very durable, and their surface shimmers in the light with a luxurious sheen. Thin and flexible threads make it possible to work out the pattern in detail, so the pattern is very expressive, with many small elements. Typically, these products are finished form and are not available in rolls.

Advantages:

• spectacular look;
• light weight;
• excellent resistance to dirt and wear;
• the coating does not wrinkle;
• rich color palette;
• burnout resistance.

Flaws:

• very high price;
• the coating does not retain heat well and is electrified.

Viscose products have similar characteristics. They are also shiny, pleasant to the touch, resistant to wear and other adverse effects, and, unlike silk, are much cheaper.

Cotton

Among natural carpets, cotton is considered the least expensive. Cotton threads are quite thin, which provides products with a high density - up to 1 million knots per square meter. According to tactile sensations, such carpets are softer than woolen, but at the same time thinner.

Advantages:

• cotton covers are hypoallergenic;
• easy to clean;
• have a small weight;
• affordable;
• pleasant to the touch.

Flaws:

• do not retain heat well;
• wear out quickly;
• have a restrained color scheme.

Synthetic polyester coverings both look and feel like wool rugs. They are soft, quite dense, retain heat well. Polyester is easy to dye, so these rugs are distinguished by bright saturated shades.

Advantages:

• resistance to wear and pollution;
• easy to clean;
• long service life;
• attractive appearance;
• resistance to mold and moisture;
• affordable price.

Flaws:

• the surface fades after 2-3 years;
• the coating is electrified;
• poorly restored after deformations.

Acrylic rugs have similar characteristics, but, unlike polyester, they are hypoallergenic and do not accumulate static electricity.

Polyamide (nylon)

Polyamide carpets are the most popular in the middle price segment. They have excellent features and at the same time are very affordable. Nylon threads have a pleasant sheen, which gives the finished coating a great decorative effect.

Advantages:

• excellent wear resistance;
• elasticity;
• high density;
• bright and saturated colors;
• undemanding care;
• fast recovery of deformations;
• long service life.

Flaws:

• propensity to burn out;
• high thermal conductivity.

Polyamide-felt rugs

Polypropylene

Polypropylene carpets are distinguished by the lowest cost and the greatest unpretentiousness in use. Dense and absolutely smooth polypropylene threads do not absorb dust, so for cleaning it is enough to vacuum the coating. For the removal of serious pollution, any detergent household use.

Advantages:

• low price;
• attractive appearance;
• resistance to moisture;
• ease of care;
• hypoallergenic and antistatic.

Flaws:

• the coating does not hold heat at all;
• easily deformed;
• the maximum service life is 7 years, and under heavy loads - no more than 3 years.

Selection by manufacturers

Carpets are in constant and rather high demand, and therefore their production is very profitable. The production of rugs and carpets is carried out in many countries, and in the domestic market it is not at all a problem to find products from Turkey, China, Belgium, as well as neighboring countries. What is the difference between carpets different manufacturers and which ones are better?

Types of carpets by manufacturers	Specifications
	High quality and wide price range. Most of the assortment is made of natural wool and acrylic rugs, there are also cotton models. All products have a high density - from 500 to 800 thousand knots per m2, for cotton carpets - 1 million knots. The design of coatings is the most diverse, many models with national motifs
	The assortment is dominated by coatings of non-standard designs and colors, for example, carpets in the form of huge flowers. The material of manufacture is mainly acrylic, the packing density is 400-800 thousand knots per m2. In terms of quality, Chinese carpets are not inferior to Turkish ones, but at a price they are more affordable.
	A distinctive feature of Belgian rugs is the combination of practicality and unique design. All products are very high quality, coverings are made mainly from wool and viscose. Woolen rugs have a packing density of at least 450,000 knots, while viscose rugs have a density of 1 million knots per m2
	Today, Moldovan products are considered the most affordable in the domestic market. At the same time, rugs are of good quality and a wide variety of models. The range includes woolen and synthetic products with a packing density of at least 500,000 knots per meter
	Domestic-made carpets are cheaper than imported ones by about 20-30%, while most of the products are of high quality. The range includes coatings made of polypropylene, acrylic, polyamide and others. synthetic materials, there are also rugs made of wool and cotton. Merino, Kalinka and Siberian Carpet Factory rugs are very popular.

Prices for carpets for the floor

carpet on the floor

Choosing a carpet for the house

Having familiarized ourselves with the characteristics and types of rugs, we proceed directly to the choice of product. To avoid mistakes when buying, you need to approach this issue with all responsibility.

Step 1. Decide on the material of the product. It all depends on the type of room in which the carpet will be laid:

• for children the coating should be of medium density, necessarily soft, hypoallergenic. Acrylic or polyamide carpet is best suited;
• for the bedroom it is worth choosing dense soft rugs that muffle sounds well and retain heat. Best Choice will be a product made of wool or polyester;
• for the living room it is recommended to choose coatings that are resistant to wear, deformation and spectacular in appearance. A viscose or silk carpet, polyamide, wool will be appropriate here. The embossed tufted carpet looks great in the living room;
• in the hallway or hallway only synthetic coatings that are resistant to dirt, such as polypropylene or nylon, should be used.

Step 2 We select the size. The palace can be laid from wall to wall or on a certain section of the floor - here a lot depends on the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe room and the arrangement of furniture. Experts recommend leaving 20-30 cm between the carpet and the wall along the perimeter of the room. In order not to overpay for extra meters, you should determine the optimal location of the coating and carefully measure the width and length of the selected area.

Step 3 We select a color. If the interior is dominated dark colors, it is better to lay a carpet light, but matching in tone with the rest of the finish. For light interior fit carpet of cold shades, it is possible with contrasting patterns. If the interior contains furnishings original form or a lot of different accessories, the floor covering should have a discreet look and a small pattern, or a solid color. If the interior design is restrained, concise, the carpet may well become the main decoration of the room. In this case, it is worth choosing a bright model with an original pattern or a relief surface.

Step 4 Having decided on the basic parameters, you can go to the store. After a suitable option is found, you should immediately check it for the absence of odors. Strong smell of sheepskin or chemical substances indicates a low quality product, so you should not take it.

Step 5 We carry out a visual inspection. Factory carpets should have a flat surface and a clear pattern. If blurry lines, separate loops, bald spots are visible, this is a poor-quality product.

Minor defects are allowed in handmade rugs - the asymmetry of individual lines, slight differences in shades or in the density of stuffing. On the wrong side there should be no glue spots, protruding loops, tears and other defects. In addition, on the back of the carpet there must be a label with markings, which indicates the necessary information:

• nominal size;
• product name and trade mark;
• material of manufacture;
• grade;
• Release date;
• packer number.

Step 6 We check the product by touch. Run your hand over the carpet: the surface should be smooth, soft, warm to the touch. Next, you need to slightly bend the corner and inspect the fold - if the base is translucent, the product will not last long.

If all the parameters meet the specified requirements, the carpet can be bought. To prevent the coating from getting dirty during transportation, the roll must be rolled face up, then fixed with tape along the edges and in the middle.

How to lay a carpet

The carpet is laid in almost the same way as the carpet: so that the coating does not move, it is fixed with glue or double-sided tape. When choosing a fixing method, you need to consider the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe room:

• up to 12 m2 - adhesive tape is attached around the perimeter of the room;
• from 12 to 20 m2 - along the perimeter and every meter inside the contour;
• from 20 m2 - installation is carried out on carpet adhesive.

Step 1. Remove the old coating, clean the floor from glue residue, dirt and dust. If necessary, level the surface, eliminate other defects. Next, the surface is degreased and dried well.

Step 2 They bring the roll into the room and roll it out on the floor, avoiding creases in the product. Carefully align in the corners and under the walls, for convenience, you can step on and press with your foot. Level over the entire surface, eliminating creases and waves.

Advice. If the coating will consist of two or more parts, it is best to place the joints opposite the entrance - this way the carpet will be less trampled and the fibers will not fall off.

Step 3 To join two canvases, it is necessary to lay one on top of the other to a width of 10 cm and carefully cut along the entire joint line with a knife, applying a metal ruler.

Step 4 Turn one edge of the carpet to the center of the room and attach double-sided tape to the floor. A strip of adhesive tape should be located near the wall itself.

Step 5 Take off protective film and roll out the carpet, firmly pressing it to the adhesive tape. Having fixed the coating on one side, they are fixed in the same way on the other.

Fixation on glue occurs in a similar way: the canvas is turned to the center of the room, glue is applied, allowed to dry for 20 minutes and the carpet is rolled back. From above, smooth the surface with a clean plastic spatula or simply with your hands.

Step 6 If the canvas goes on the walls, it is cut with a mounting knife or using special tool- dummy knife. It is attached to the fold of the carpet and pressed with force, carried out along the wall. Then they take a wooden stand, unscrew the edge of the material and complete the cutting along the marked slots.

Step 7 At the threshold, the edge of the carpet must also be fixed with tape. After that, the metal threshold is screwed so that the screws do not pass through the canvas, but the threshold itself presses the section of the carpet. Skirting boards are installed last.

Video - How to choose a carpet on the floor in terms of quality

At all times, the carpet was considered a kind of symbol of prosperity: people who have such things in their home had an appropriate standard of living. Today virtually anyone can afford to buy a carpet. Main question is how to choose a carpet good quality at an acceptable price. Let's try to figure out what exactly to look for when choosing such an important piece of furniture.

What is the carpet for?

If you still cannot clearly decide whether you need a carpet, let's try to understand the question of whether it is worth buying. To know if you need a home new item interior, we invite you to familiarize yourself with short list advantages of this product, namely:

• Having a carpet makes cleaning much faster. Dust is washed off more easily, because the villi trap it, preventing it from scattering throughout the room.
• The carpet performs the function of soundproofing. Fashion trends hanging carpets on the wall in times Soviet Union were due to the small thickness of the walls in most prefabricated apartment buildings.
• The carpet gives the room coziness and warmth of a homely atmosphere.
• Thanks to wool, as well as its synthetic substitutes, the carpet is indispensable during cold winters, as it helps the heat to linger in the room.
• natural wool when touching the feet, it acts as a massager. This improves blood circulation in the lower extremities, increases the tone of the body and even normalizes blood pressure.

Even if you had doubts regarding the purchase of a carpet, they are most likely dispelled, respectively, you have already decided for yourself. If a positive decision is made regarding the purchase of a new piece of furniture, it is necessary to figure out how to choose a carpet for the floor.

What types of carpets exist

All carpets can be divided into 3 large groups: natural, synthetic and mixed. All of them have their own nuances, which we will discuss in more detail.

TO natural coatings include products made of wool, linen, silk, cotton or sisal. Viscose can also be included in this group. Despite the synthetic origin of the material, it was created from natural plant cellulose fibers.

Such a coating has a direct impact on the microclimate of the room, by retaining heat and adjusting humidity. The pile looks beautiful and natural, suitable for almost any interior. If you still do not know how to choose a carpet, and whether it should be natural, pay attention to the large number of advantages of such products:

• long service life without a significant change in appearance;
• good heat and sound insulation;
• the pile is pleasant to the touch;
• environmental safety of the product;
• beautiful appearance.

The main advantage of synthetic coating is its low cost. If the question is about which carpet to choose cheaper, the option is perfect for you. Such carpets are made from simple materials of synthetic origin: polypropylene, acrylic, terklon or polyamide.

Synthetic coating is an excellent combination of acceptable quality and appropriate price. If you're looking for something in between, synthetics are your option. The advantages of the middle segment products are resistance to moisture, long service life with careful use, no allergic reactions, low heat conductivity, which allows you to keep it indoors. If you do not know how to choose a carpet of acceptable quality, you need to pay attention to these parameters.

The combination of natural and synthetic bristles results in a new generation of flooring: high quality at an attractive price. The cost of goods depends on the percentage of the material. Often 70-80% of one type of pile is used, the remaining 20-30% falls on another material. The price depends on the prevailing part, while natural materials are more expensive.

Among the clear advantages of coatings of this type, the following should be noted:

• high heat resistance;
• burnout resistance;
• high strength;
• good value prices and quality.

Speaking about how to choose a quality carpet for the floor, it is necessary to note the main criteria that you need to focus on:

• density;
• material;
• pile type;
• shape and size;
• colors.

The quality of the coating directly depends on the density index. If you decide to purchase, but do not know how to choose a good carpet, first of all pay attention to its main criterion - density. The majority depends on the quality of knitting. specifications carpet.

The type of material is directly proportional to its price. The same applies to the type of pile. Carpets of excellent quality, which will serve you for decades, have a corresponding cost price. If you want to take the cover "simpler", you can pick up a great option for the middle link. Shape, size and color are custom options. It is reasonable to focus on the purpose of the coating and the interior.

Which carpet to choose

To know how to choose a carpet, you need to determine its place in the house. Each room has its own specifics and nuances of the interior. To better understand all this, you need to remember:

1. For the living room, a good quality synthetic coating with a beautiful unobtrusive pattern will suffice.
2. If you want a carpet for the kitchen, it is better to opt for the option with a minimum pile length.
3. The bedroom and the children's room are rooms of permanent residence. Here it is better to choose a natural high-quality coating that has discreet images.
4. In the hall or studio apartment, you need to choose several carpets that are in harmony with each other.

How to choose a carpet is a rather specific, and at the same time a responsible question. The main selection criteria are the quality of the material and the cost of the coating. When you have decided what exactly you need, you need to study the market of offers in your price segment in order to choose the best product.

Carpeting can complement or transform the living room interior beyond recognition. In addition, the right color, pattern, shape and design will make the carpet the main accent of the room. It will become the center of the room and unite furniture and decor into a single whole.

At Domoholic.en Here are 5 useful tips for you that will help you decide on the choice of carpet in the living room.

Compound

Natural carpets(wool, silk, cotton, sisal, linen) due to their natural properties retain heat and regulate the humidity in the room (carpet fibers can absorb moisture up to 1/3 of their weight). Carpets made from natural materials look solid and luxurious, create a feeling of comfort in the living room, but are significantly more expensive than synthetic ones.
Synthetic carpets are made of fibers (polyester, acrylic, polyamide, polypropylene, terklon and supreme). This is the most affordable option both in price and variety of textures and color solutions. But they also have a significant drawback - they quickly lose their attractive appearance and crumple.

Decide on the size of the carpet

When choosing carpet, first of all, it is necessary to build on the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe living room and sofa area. Carpets of large sizes will look harmonious only in a spacious room - for a typical living room, we advise you to take the option a little more or less sofa. It is good to zone the space with small carpets, highlighting the functional areas.

Choose form

Ideally, when choosing a carpet for the living room, it is necessary to take into account the geometry of the furniture. If the room is dominated by rectangular or square cabinets, tables, cabinets, sofas and armchairs, the adjacent carpet should be of the same shape (the same with circles and ovals). However, if you want to introduce an element of negligence into the interior, feel free to bring it in. The main thing is that the whole concept must be built on contrast, otherwise it will be lost.

Choose the right color and pattern

The choice of a carpet that will be in harmony with the general or will become the main decoration of the living room depends on many factors. In a room where the main focus is on furniture or other decorative elements, it is better to choose a plain light-colored carpet. In a well-lit room, darker shades can also be used.

Geometric or oriental pattern, or maybe ethnic? This is not the easiest question even for experienced and professional designers. Dust and debris are not visible on colorful patterns. But plain, light products require regular maintenance.

carpet texture

Carpets in the interior can attract attention not only due to their original colors or patterns, but also due to their texture. Since the living room is often a walk-through room, it is better to choose carpets with a medium or short pile length. They will look no less impressive than long-haired ones, and it is much easier to care for them. They also harmonize well with the smooth surface of the furniture.

Comfort in the house is created by many things. Flooring plays a key role in this matter. Carpet can transform an entire room in one moment. Soft or hard, with high or low pile, solid or with a frilly pattern - which is better? How to choose a carpet on the floor for a particular room? And what should you pay special attention to?

First of all, you should understand what types of carpets are available on the market today. The first thing the buyer should pay attention to is what material the product is made of. There are no options - it is either natural or synthetic material.

natural materials

Many have left grandmother's carpets made of natural wool. This is kind of a classic. They are durable and pleasant to the touch. Natural wool is quite expensive. When buying such a coating, check whether it has been additionally treated with dirt-repellent and antiseptic agents, as well as insect protection. Otherwise, you may face the problem of rapid floor contamination, moth damage and mold.

Cotton rugs are unpretentious in care, are not afraid of moisture, so they are often laid in the bathroom. This is a great option for allergy sufferers. But there are drawbacks: cotton shrinks over time, easily wrinkled, so after a few years such a rug may not look quite neat.

A luxurious option is a carpet made of natural silk. The pile is so thin that it becomes possible to create a pattern of any complexity. This coating is incredibly pleasant to the touch and very durable. However, this pleasure is not cheap. Yes, and you need to take care of them according to special rules.

Viscose can be an alternative. It is an artificial silk made from cellulose. It is very durable, does not fade or trample, perfectly absorbs moisture, has a beautiful shine of the pile and is not electrified.

Jute rugs will be appropriate in an eco-style interior. This coating is affordable, it is very durable. The only problem is that it shrinks when in contact with water.

artificial materials

Modern artificial materials are quite safe for health, so most affordable carpets are made from them. For example, polypropylene has excellent resistance to dirt and liquids. It is very easy to care for such a coating, but even with maximum efforts after 5-7 years it will lose its original appearance.

Polyamide rugs are very decorative and hygienic, are not afraid of moisture, dry quickly, and are fire resistant. The price for them is considerable, however, it is not recommended to lay them on the sunny side, as nylon fades very quickly.

Polyester is very similar in properties to nylon. In addition, it can be both matte and glossy, which is very much appreciated when creating designer carpets. In addition, the price for it is much lower.

Acrylic rugs are created as an analogue of woolen ones. They are soft to the touch and very light. They dry quickly and do not fade in the sun, do not cause allergies. A significant drawback is that polyester is highly electrified.

In the question of what kind of carpet to choose, the length and thickness of the pile also play an important role. Glued models serve less, besides, they are afraid of moisture. Lint-free are good for the kitchen or hallway. The loop pile is considered the most durable. Straight and saxony can be used almost everywhere, but the frieze quickly jams under heavy load.

Properties and functions of the carpet

How to choose the right carpet for your home? Obviously, such a coating must perform certain functions and meet the requirements of the owners of the home.

What properties should an ideal rug have?

How to choose the right carpet for your home?

Of course, style and color are important in any case. For classic interior carpets with a complex pattern, monograms, frames and even whole paintings on their surface are suitable. For oriental interior silk products with Moroccan ornaments and bright glossy colors are ideal.

Romantic design involves the use of muted tones. For country ideal solution it will become not just a carpet, but a real animal skin, especially if the house has a fireplace. In a modern interior, monochromatic coatings or products with an unobtrusive abstract pattern look more profitable. Colors are matched to furniture, walls and basic flooring.

Placement depends on the dimensions of the carpet. In the recreation area, all those sitting should feel under their feet not a cold floor, but a warm and soft pile. If a reshuffle is planned in the coming years, this is also worth considering. Large carpets are usually tucked under furniture. After rearrangement, it becomes noticeable that the coating in some places differs in color, pile height and wear.

It is important to take into account the degree of patency of the room. For rooms rarely visited during the day, soft rugs with a high pile are suitable. For other rooms, this option is not suitable, the coating will quickly lose its attractiveness and trample. It is better to choose a short elastic pile harder.