Carpet Installation Made Easy: The Best Carpet Styles for Your Home

Dec 10, 2024

Choosing the right carpet style for your home is about more than just aesthetics. It’s about comfort, durability, and functionality. Whether you’re looking to replace existing carpet or install new carpet in your home, selecting the right type and having it professionally installed can transform your space. With the right carpet installation service, you’ll enjoy long-lasting results that elevate both the look and feel of your rooms.

Choosing the Perfect Carpet for Your Home

The staff at Online Carpet & Flooring can help you choose the best carpet for your lifestyle. Whether you are looking for a carpet solution for your own home, carpeting a rental property or just a room or two. While colour is a big part of your choice, we can suggest carpet options that balance style and durability. Solution dyed nylon carpets are an excellent option, with wool making a comeback too. There are pros and cons to the different fibre options. Some carpets are more suitable for stairs than others, and we can show you samples that will work for all areas of your home.

Underlay is also crucial when carpeting your home. It adds a layer of softness while increasing the carpet’s insulation, helping keep the room warmer and extending the life of your carpet.

Comfort is key. Carpets are not only about aesthetics; they’re designed to help you relax, offering warmth and a soft cushion for your feet. A carpet layer can expertly fit the new carpet installation, ensuring it’s laid correctly for comfort and longevity.

Solution dyed nylon carpets are easy to keep clean and maintain, making them the go-to choice for the busy parts of your home. When installing your carpet, in most cases, the installer will use existing smooth edge along the walls which ensures a clean, professional finish that complements the durability of the material. In new homes, the installers will install the correct smooth edges for your subfloor. Finishing to a smooth edge means you will have the edges securely finished. Professional installation is imperative if you choose a textured carpet, as it is extremely important to have a cohesive finish.

How Professional Installation Makes All the Difference

While you might be tempted to install new carpet yourself, there’s a reason why professional installers are the best option. They have the tools, expertise, and experience to handle every aspect of the installation process. From precise measurements to cutting, laying, and fitting the carpet, a skilled carpet installer will ensure a perfect result every time. Plus, they can handle tasks like furniture moving and the removal and disposal of old carpet if required —leaving your home tidy and ready to enjoy. A carpet installation service guarantees that the new carpet is fitted correctly, ensuring it stays installed for years to come.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. How long does professional carpet installation take?

Typically, professional carpet installation takes 1-2 days, depending on room size and complexity. Carpet installers will work efficiently, ensuring everything is properly fitted.

Q2. Can I install carpet on my own?

While DIY carpet installation is possible, hiring specialised installers ensures a flawless finish, especially when it comes to intricate areas like door fittings and stairs.

Q3. Is it cheaper to install carpet or flooring?

The cost of having carpet installed versus other types of floor covering depends on materials, room size, and installation complexity. However, carpets are often more budget-friendly than hard flooring options.

Choosing the right carpet and ensuring its professional installation can completely transform the look and feel of your home. Whether you’re updating your existing carpet, installing new carpet in high-traffic areas, or creating a cosy atmosphere in your bedroom, the right choice makes all the difference. At Online Carpet & Flooring, we offer a wide range of flooring solutions and expert carpet installation services to ensure your home looks beautiful and stays functional for years to come.

Ready to upgrade to new flooring? Contact Online Carpet & Flooring today. We offer free quotes and measures Auckland-wide. Let our specialised installers bring your vision to life. Whether you’re replacing old carpet or installing new carpet, we’ve got the expertise and products to make your home shine. Reach out now to get started!

What is the difference between cheap and expensive laminate?

You get what you pay for with laminate flooring, with cheaper ranges using core material and joints that will swell more aggressively if exposed to water during cleaning or from spills. The repeat pattern is also a good indication of quality, ie. our best range has a pattern repeat of 10sqm, where most ranges are 3sqm. This ensures your floor looks authentic.

Can vinyl planks be used in wet areas?

Yes they can.

Do I need to move my furniture?

This can be discussed at the time of measuring. We can assist with moving large furniture items, but will still require you to empty shelves, move smaller items and unmake beds etc.

What does the ‘weight’ of the carpet mean?

Carpet quality is measured in weight, or ‘oz’. Essentially, the heavier a carpet is, means the longer it will last you and the nicer it will feel underfoot. As well as quality increasing as weight increases, price also goes up.

Is Nylon, wool or polyester carpet best?

Each have their own strengths and weaknesses and we are happy to discuss this further with you, however Solution Dyed Nylon tends to be what we sell the most of.

What is the guarantee on the installation?

We provide a lifetime guarantee on the installation.

What is the process of getting new flooring?

If you have an idea of what you want, the next step is to book in for a measure. You will receive a written quote within 24 hours. Once you accept the quote, we will work with you to find a suitable installation date and will request a 50% deposit. Your flooring will then be ordered. Installation timing varies depending on your needs, layer and product availability. Install usually takes 1-2 days depending on the size of your property. The final payment is due on job completion.

Can I shop ‘online?’

Carpet and flooring is a big investment and it can look a lot different in real life to the photos you see online. You can do your research and book your appointment online and then sit back and let our experts come to your home for you to view samples.

Can laminate be used in wet areas?

Some of our laminate ranges can be used in wet areas such as bathrooms and laundries as they have joint sealing technology that will resist water for a long period of time.

How do I best clean my vinyl planks or laminate floor?

Laminate and vinyl floors are very easy to maintain and should only require vacuuming and mopping. However, you should never use a steam mop on either vinyl planks or laminate. Rubber backed items such as mats or bar stool feet should not be used on vinyl floors as these can cause discolouration.

What is tracking and shading?

Plush carpets will show slight depressions left behind from footprints. This is normal and will come out with your next vacuum. All solution dyed nylon carpets do this to some extent, but some more than others, so let us know if this is something you don’t like and we will point you towards the ranges that do it the least.

How long will new carpet last me?

Depending on the weight of your new carpet, and how it is looked after, most manufacturers say carpet should last for ten years.

Do you do repairs?

Our main service is supplying and installing new flooring, however if you have something you are stuck on we can likely steer you in the right direction.

Will I need my doors trimmed?

Sometimes you do need to trim the doors. We have a handyman who charges a very reasonable price, we recommend using him if your doors need to be trimmed.

What sort of carpet or flooring is suitable for me?

We need to establish what your needs are. Is this for your own home, for a rental or are you selling? The best way to do this is to call into our showroom or you can ring and talk to one of our experienced sales staff.