H alls and Stairs: These high traffic areas require densely tufted carpet with low pile height. A carpet that will resist matting and crushing is ideal for this area. Consider medium colours with a texture or soil-hiding pattern. Recommendation: textured plush, frieze, hard twist, level-loop, multi-level loop.

Living Room: Generally a more formal setting, elegant saxony plush or velour plush works well in this area. Depending on how often you use the room you can purchase any high-performance carpet. Cleanability and stain resistance are important if this area is used frequently. Recommendation: saxony plush, textured plush, frieze, cut-loop, berber.

Dining Room: Stain resistance and cleanability are important factors wherever food and drink are common. Select a carpet with soil-hiding features and easy maintenance. Recommendation: textured plush, frieze, level-loop, multi-level loop, berber.

Bedroom: Generally low-traffic areas, durability may not be critical. Your imagination can run free - look for delicate colours and comfort. Recommendation: saxony plush, textured plush, cut-loop.

Children’s Room: Look for a durable, easy to clean carpet with good soil hiding capabilities. Recommendation: textured plush, frieze, level loop, multi-level loop.

Kitchen: Carpeted kitchens prevent slipping and reduce foot fatigue, as well as breakage. In this high traffic area, look for a small pattern to minimize stains, in addition to a carpet that is easy to clean. Recommendation: level loop, multi-level loop.