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HOW TO CHOOSE CAREFULLY Rooms are transformed with the right carpet

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Carpet is the single decorating element that can change an ordi- nary room into a warm, welcoming space, that pulls together the fur- nishings that fill your home, that adds a telling of ease and elegance.

Whether you're starting a new home from scratch or simply redo- ing one room, your choice of carpet is an important design deci- sion. And, making a big decora- ting decision doesn’t always seem like a lot of fun.

Help is on the way. Armed with a few simple tips, you'll be well on your way to a stress-free decora- ting adventure.

Start with a name brand you can trust.

According to Beth Baker, adver- tising director for a carpet firm, the primary considerations in mak- ing your choice for carpeting are calor, texture, fiber content and

"You know what colors you like. If you open your closet door, you can take a personal color inven- . tory.

Trust your own color preference and you'll be on the right road to decision making.

Carpet color sets the stage and determines the ambience of 4 room. Cool blues and greens foster a feeling of tranquil serenity, while reds and oranges deliver drama and warmth.

Pale pastels and light neutrals seem to stretch a space, making small rooms larger. For a cozy, in- timate environment, choose

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deeper, darker tones.

Today's sophisticated carpet fiber technology opens new color options. Advanced generation nylon and polyester carpets will resist soil and repel stains.

“If you’ve always had your hezrt set on a creamy white carpet for your bedroom, you can make your choice without feeling frivolous,’ says Dan Wade, carpet designer.

Fashion alse plays a part in col- or choice. According to Glenn Gissler, an interior designer, ‘‘The new neutral is grey. It works with both traditional and contemporary furnishings.”’

Along with the move toward grey, teal and mauve have emerged as hot colors at the close of the °80s, with color gradations that run the gamut from vivid jewel colors to tender pastel tones.

And, remember that if you're thinking of rofling out the red carpet in a tiny sitting room, go right ahead. The joy of decorating is based on self-expression.

Carpet texture adds another ex- citing dimension to your decor and makes a fashion statement. Some of the terms you are likely to en- counter include velvets, saxonies, frieze (free-zay), level loop, and cut and loop carpets.

Ask your dealer about the dif- ferences and keep in mind that while aesthetics govern texture choice, practicality also plays a part. The velvet for the living room may not make sense in an

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adjoining entry hall.

High technology has had a pro- found impact on carpet choices, producing fibers that are casy to love and easy te live with. Pay at- tention to fiber !abel tags.

High on the fiber list is nylon, such as Wear-Dated with locked-in Stainblocker, Zeftron, Worry Free and Stainmaster. These offer du- tability, resilience, color clarity and the inost advanced stain and soil resistance features.

You'll find simi‘ar charac- teristics and quality in polyester fibers, such as Trevira. Offering

more value than nylons, polyester,

also has 2 fine feel or ‘“‘hand”’ and is very adaptable to contemporary lifestyles.

Carpets that bear the Scotchgard

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and stain guards added during carpet manufacturing.

Which fiber is for you? For high-traffic areas, you'll want to consider the most stain- and soil- resistant carpets. For seldom-used guest quarters or your bedroom, you may prefer to make a more luxurious choice. In any case, read the warranties.

Carpet costs are a fact of life

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Once the carpeting decision is made, pat yourself on the back and relax. Turn your attention to putting the furnishings in place and having fun with the finishing touches — a few throw pillows, special frames for family photographs, and flowers that say it’s time to celebrate.

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