Carpet Types

If you want your floor to fit in with an existing colour scheme, why not book an Allied at Home service. One of our home consultants will visit you with 100s of carpet samples to match with your room. Alternatively, you might want a neutral floor that will blend with changing colour schemes or to be bold with your floor, letting it take the lead in your room's design.

Which carpet?

Twist -

Two or more fibres twisted together

Short pile

Hardwearing

Doesn't fluff or leave footprints

Perfect for high traffic areas - hallways, stairs or main rooms

Loop -

Loops of twisted fibres are left uncut

Definition and interesting textures

Contemporary appearance

Popular in hallways.

Not recommended for pets as claws catch in the loops

Saxony -

Deep pile

Straight cut

Feels soft and sumptuous

Looks luxurious

Popular in bedrooms and lounges

Patterned -

Stripes, floral, damask and more

Adds a new dimension to any room

Hard wearing

Traditionally woven or printed

Keeps its appearance

Pattern or plain?

Subtle patterns tend to work better in smaller spaces, while bold designs suit larger areas.

Wool or synthetic?

Carpets are made from wool or man made fibres or a combination of the two. Each has it?s advantages: while wool is soft and retains its pile well, synthetics can be ultra stain resistant.

Do I need underlay?

The simple rule is buy the best underlay you can afford. A good underlay will improve the look, feel, insulation and wearability of your carpet. Sponge rubber underlay is soft and luxurious while recycled crumb rubber and polyurethane underlay is a more environmentally-friendly option.

Is carpet the right choice for my room?

Carpet suits most areas of the home, there are even carpets suitable for bathrooms and kitchens. If in doubt, ask one of our flooring experts to help.

How long will it last?

The amount of footfall across your floor is a major consideration and different fibres and blends can be more hardwearing. Again, we'll be happy to advise you on the right choice.

I've got a tight budget.

If you are working to a particular cost, simply start from there and look at the options within your price range. We've got a massive selection to suit practically any budget.

Any other questions?

If there's anything else you need to know, give us a call on 08000 932 932 or request a visit from one of our home consultants. We'll be happy to help.