Carpet Buyer’s Checklist

Choosing a carpet for your home is a major decision. There are so many types and styles, picking the right product can be daunting. This checklist will walk you step by step through the main considerations that will help lead you to the perfect carpet for your home. Print this out and bring it with you when you shop at Allman's Carpet & Flooring.

LIFESTYLE

When choosing flooring, discuss the following considerations with one of our specialists so he or she can help steer you to the best product for your particular home.

Consider who spends time in your home. Don’t forget to include visitors and pets.

Taking into account your lifestyle and the daily use of your floors, rank the importance of carpet’s durability, cleanability and stain resistance.

Consider your environment. Does your carpet need protection from moisture, sun exposure or other elements?

If you or a family member suffers from allergies, make a note to shop for carpet with the CRI Green Label Plus.

DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION

Identify your decorating style and gather samples of existing paint, fabrics and adjacent flooring.

Familiarize yourself with the different carpet construction options— loop, pattern, texture and frieze (twist).

Determine which carpet fiber will perform best in your home, such as polyester for stain resistance, nylon for durability or Triexta for both.

Learn about the various carpet treatments available today, such as spill protection, wear resistance technology, and lifetime built-in stain and soil protection with 0% moisture absorption.

Determine what type of padding will be best for the carpet in your home. The right padding can increase comfort underfoot and also ensure your carpet will last longer.

PREPARE TO SHOP

Measure your space to estimate your square footage. Multiply length times width of the room(s) to equal square footage, and for square yards, divide by nine. Add 10% to the total for a good working estimate.

Figure in carpet price, padding cost, installation and additional fees to create a realistic budget.

Experience our expert service as you browse one of UT's best selections.

INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE

Before you purchase, read all warranty information carefully to fully understand any requirements.

Talk to one of our installation technicians. Quality installation can affect the longevity of your carpet, and many warranties require professional installation.

Prepare your home for installation. Move everything out of the room(s) and clear a generous path to the room(s), removing all breakables. Vacuum the old carpet to reduce airborne dust during removal.

Read the literature from the carpet manufacturer to learn how to care for your new carpet. Professional cleaning receipts may be required for your warranty.