How to Choose a Carpet

At Kings Interiors we are passionate about the quality of our products and are proud to stock a superb selection of carpets from leading brands including Westex, Brintons, Cormar and Manx. Whether you need to replace your stair carpet, update your living room carpet, or fully re-carpet your whole house, Kings Interiors will have the carpet for you. 

Choosing the right carpet can be difficult, so at Kings Interiors we can provide advice and guidance so that you make the correct decision. You can be confident that you’re getting the best price too, we buy ranges from the leading brands in bulk so can bring you the most competitive prices around. We’ve also got a continuously changing selection of carpet remnants available, where you can save up to 50% on the original price.   

 

So now you know where to come for all your carpet needs, here are some points to consider when choosing your carpet. Don’t forget that the experienced team at Kings Interiors will be more than happy to provide a wealth of information as well.

TYPES OF CARPET

• Twist Pile Carpet – Made of tightly twisted tufts which make a slightly textured, low pile.  Available in wool or man-made fibres. Low pile is less prone to shading and flattening.
• Velvet Pile Carpet - Luxurious, smooth and soft, quite similar to twist piles.
• Wool Loop Pile Carpet – Made of tufts which are produced in loops and left uncut. Makes an extremely hard wearing carpet which is easy to clean.
• Saxony Carpet – Fibres are twisted tightly together then straightened with heat to product a carpet similar to velvet but not as smooth.  They have a luxurious deep pile but are prone to holding foot marks.
• Patterned Carpet – Smooth surface which is durable and resilient and suitable for areas with high foot traffic.
• Sisal, Seagrass & Coir – Natural flooring which can be expensive but is really hardwearing.

USEFUL INFORMATION

• Carpet can provide warmth and insulation, ideal for family rooms and bedrooms, and will contribute towards energy efficiency as well as absorbing noise from foot traffic. 

• Stairs and hallways are areas of heavy foot traffic so should be carpeted with a durable carpet option.
• Dining room carpet may not need to be incredibly hard wearing, but it may be wise to opt for a carpet resilient to stains.
• Many people prefer living room carpets to be luxurious, but you may want to consider how durable this may be.
• When you purchase a new carpet, new underlay is a must. It will prolong the life of your carpet and enhance its appearance.
• Patterned carpet can act as a focal point but may make small rooms look even smaller.
• Plain carpet offers a greater degree of design flexibility but can make a large room look empty and any stains will be harder to disguise.

Our website is a great place to start for carpet inspiration, or visit our showroom to see our full range of high quality carpets.  Please contact us for more information.

Duresta Upholstery

Duresta at Kings Interiors

Duresta upholstery has been designing and manufacturing bespoke upholstered furniture for over 74 years from their base in Long Eaton, Nottingham. At the heart of every design is a sense of traditional English style, creating sofas and chairs synonymous with understated elegance and classic style. Duresta furniture is extremely well made from quality materials and above all, is superbly comfortable and durable. 

From start to finish, every piece of Duresta furniture is can be made to your exact specification by expert furniture makers. Skilled frame makers construct the frame from a selection of hardwoods which are dowelled, glued and screwed by hand. After selecting your fabric, whether it be real leather, a rich velvet, natural linen or textured stripe,  Duresta’s highly accomplished cutters and seamstresses will produce a pattern matched and hand sewn cover to complete your piece of furniture, all finished to the highest standards.

Each piece of furniture can be fully customised to suit your individual taste. Whether you want matching scatter cushions, contrast or self piped seams, wooden legs and castors or a hand sewn balance, you can create a sofa or chair unique to you and your home.

Classic Collection 

 Popular models include the Trafalgar and Hornblower which evoke the elegance of ‘English Country House’ style with their graceful silhouette, finials, solid wood legs and antique castors.  Selected designs have been endorsed by The National Trust and are based on traditional English heritage styles and fabrics, and the parks and woodlands that the National Trust cares for. These styles will sit beautifully alongside other furniture which is equally as formal, as well as with more relaxed and simple items.

International Collection 

For more eclectic tastes the International range includes embellished and luxurious models like the Wolfgang, Kubla Khan and Beowulf, inspired by the opulence of the Far East. As will all Duresta upholstery, these pieces are made to your specification so you can create your perfect sofa right down to the wood finish and seat filling.

 

At Kings we have a dedicated Duresta showroom at our Beeston store where you can browse through the selection of luxury handmade sofas and chairs. In addition, we can offer you the best prices in the UK on all Duresta International models. 

For more information about the stunning range of Duresta Upholstery please contact the team at Kings and we will be happy to give advice or answer any questions you may have.