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Axminster CarpetsBuying a carpetYour new carpet will be a great investment, adding style, elegance and luxury to your home for years to come. These tips will help you get it right at every stage. Suitability - how much wear will your carpet receive? Your hall stairs and landing will need a heavier wearing carpet than your bedroom. Longevity - how long do you reasonably expect your carpet to last? Budget - how much can you afford. Don't forget the cost of fitting and underlay. Decoration - are you matching the carpet to a particular scheme (?), and what are your future decorating plans. Remember to choose your carpet first and install it last. Style and design - do you want a plain carpet, patterned carpet, one with texture or a border? You have a large choice - experiment with colour and design. Having answered these questions, you are ready to buy. Always remember to: Ask your retailer for a sample - take it home to see how it looks in your own environment with your own natural light. Buy new underlay - this is vital for a new carpet to ensure it sits properly and will also prolong the life of your carpet by up to 40 per cent. Always have your carpet fitted professionally - preferably by a member of the NICF - the National Institute of Carpet and Floor Layers. Always buy from a reputable retailer - and keep any surplus carpets, you never know when it will come in handy. Buy the best carpet you can afford - as with everything else, you only get what you pay for.
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