Do you have a new Gwinnett County or Metro Atlanta home and need to select carpet? Or is it time to replace your existing carpet and you don’t know what to pick?
The process of selecting a carpet may seem overwhelming. There are so many choices. From color, to padding, to density, to fibers – Oh my!
Finding the right carpet here in Gwinnett County and Metro Atlanta doesn’t have to be difficult. Carpet & Flooring Transformers can guide you through the process.
Let’s break it down step-by-step.
Step One: Choose a Color
The first step is to visit a Gwinnett County or Metro Atlanta carpet company, such as Carpet & Flooring Transformers to see all the different carpet color samples. While examining all the color samples, consider all the colors that will complement the overall design of your home.
Next, select several color carpet samples you think will work and take them home. Spread them out on the floor. Start to eliminate colors you think absolutely won’t work. Then gradually get your colors narrowed down to a couple.
When reviewing the last few color samples, take into account the existing room colors like the walls and furniture. Additionally, consider your lifestyle – do you have pets or children? Remember dark-colored carpets will reveal dirt more visibly. To add character to your carpets, explore textures or patterns.
If you have difficulty deciding on carpet color, let Carpet & Flooring Transformers help you!
Step Two: Choose Type of Fiber
The next step is to select the material used for the carpet fiber. The most commonly used carpet fibers are nylon, polyester, polypropylene, acrylic, and wool.
Many homeowners choose nylon as it is the most durable fiber.
Our experts at Carpet & Flooring Transformers can provide you with information on the advantages and disadvantages of each fiber type. Together, we can find the right carpet fiber to meet your needs and budget.
Step Three: Choose Density
Next, you will want to determine your preferred carpet density. Density refers to how close the carpet fibers are tufted. The higher the carpet density, the higher the quality.
Carpet & Flooring Transformers can discuss builder-grade density versus high-grade density to determine what is the best choice for your home.
Step Four: Choose Padding
Carpet padding is the cushion material beneath the carpet. It is critical to have padding for your carpet. This material provides comfort, insulation, and protection to your carpet. Padding also enhances your carpet’s longevity.
Without proper padding, your new carpet may not feel or look right. Even though the padding may seem out of sight, it should not be out of your mind.
The weight of your carpet padding you need depends on various factors, such as the amount of traffic and the level of cushion you are looking for.
Carpet Flooring & Transformers can help you pick the right padding to fit your lifestyle.
Step Five: Carpet Installation
Once you have selected color, fiber, density, and padding, it is time for the actual carpet installation. A professional will measure your rooms to ensure the correct amount of carpet is ordered.
After relocating all the furniture and clearing the floor, a technician will remove and dispose of the old carpet. Your floors are now ready for your carpet padding to be tacked down.
It’s now time to lay out the carpet! A technician will measure the correct size and position the carpet in each room. Finally, the edges will be secured to the walls using a knee kicker.
As a final step, a technician will join any seams and remove the excess carpet.
Now you can sit back, unwind, and appreciate the beauty of your new carpet. Remember to maintain your carpet by vacuuming it regularly and scheduling professional cleaning services.
If you are ready to start the carpet selection and installation process, call Carpet and Flooring Transformers at 770-236-1255. We are experts at carpet and can help you make an informed carpet decision. We carry many top carpet brands including Shaw, Mohawk, Horizon and Boulineau. No matter what your budget or style, we have carpet for everyone!