Color Basics
Because
it covers so much living space, carpet is the foundation of your
room’s décor. It can be a neutral color, blending in with fabrics
and other surfaces; or it can be a vibrant focal point of the
room, making a statement that reflects your style.
The selection
of carpet color is a very personal choice. Carpet comes in almost
every color, pattern, and texture you can imagine. You will want
to select a color that unites your decorative elements and creates
the atmosphere you desire. Ever-popular beige carpet can make
a room look spacious; but for a bolder statement, look for a common
color in your furniture and draperies. Choose a carpet with a
similar hue. Environmental colors, like blues, deep greens, rosy
quartz, and stony neutrals are becoming increasingly popular.
Warm colors
can turn up the heat in a room that lacks light, while cool greens
and blues have a calming effect. Lighter colors make the room
seem larger; darker colors provide coziness. There are also practical
considerations in color selection. New stain and soil resistant
technology makes today's lighter color carpet much easier to clean,
allowing more decorating options. Medium and darker colors, tweeds,
and textures will help disguise common soil in your home's high
traffic areas.
