" Patterns with a wider repeat don ’ t always work in smaller spaces , as you don ’ t get the full effect of the motif ."
FLOORS & FLOORING
City Plaids Knightsbridge , from £ 69.99 per sq m , Brintons
“ Patterns and dark colours are perfect for high-traffic areas like dining rooms where dust , food and dirt are repeatedly trodden into the carpet . In 2021 , we need little moments of joy throughout the home , so dining room decoration should be equally as smile-inducing as your living room or bedroom . It is where you entertain guests , so why not make it special ? We use an Axminster construction for our patterned carpets as this creates superior definition and creates a longer-lasting carpet ,” explains Hatton
LET OTHER ACCESSORIES SHINE
Abbotsford Macinnes , from £ 69.99 per sq m , Brintons
A carpet in a dark neutral or pattern is great for anchoring a room and allowing other interior accessories to stand out . Hatton explains that “ patterned flooring is a versatile option . At Brintons , we are seeing a resurgence in classic patterns and prints such as tartans and plaids , which create a warm , cosy feeling . To mix and match patterned carpets and plains in adjacent rooms ensure that you stick to a similar colour palette . For example , a soft , delicate pattern in silvers , greys and stones will naturally sit well against greys or beiges in a plain range – creating a seamless transition from both patterned to plain and room to room .”
DARK COLOURS ARE A PRACTICAL CHOICE
A dark carpet is ideal for coping with high-traffic areas such as bedrooms and hallways . If you ’ re struggling to find a wall colour that will adapt and grow with your interior scheme , maybe introducing colour on the floor is the answer . This way , you can stick to simple , timeless white walls and still ensure that the room is packed full of personality .
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