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Most carpeting is sold off the roll. Larger widths are known as broadloom. Carpets “squares” are popular because of the traditional look they offer. With the upsurge of antique and period furniture, the sight of stained wooden floorboards or parquet, set off with the old traditional carpet squares, enhances the overall period effect. Carpet square, of course, can be changed (continue reading…)

Polypropylene are very hard-wearing and stain resistant. Modern carpet tiles are made from it, specially designed for kitchen use where spillage is a problem. A wash down with soap and warm water removes the staining material and leaves the fabric as clean as new.

The way the latest stain-resistance carpets are made (continue reading…)

Any newly-married couple setting up home will probably insist that a decent bedroom suite is the most important single item they need. But veteran homemakers would agree on overall importance of carpeting. If an empty home is carpeted, then it ceases to be really empty. Choices come in such a wide range and probably cheaper today than it has ever been. There are bargains around (continue reading…)

The secret of making a good carpet is to provide a first-class under-carpeting or underlay. Thick felt is very good and it will be many years before it starts to flatten, if at all. Cellular rubber is also ideal, especially for small squares or rectangles, such as stair pads. You can also get a mix of part felt, part cellular rubber or composition. If a carpet has a rubber base as part of its make up, it is advisable to (continue reading…)