Nothing is worse than installing new carpet, only to stain it immediately. Although professional carpet cleaning can eradicate stubborn smudges, you can also choose floor coverings that help reduce their appearance. If you’re considering new carpeting, here’s how to choose a color that will hide stains and smudges effectively.

How to Pick a Carpet Color That Will Reduce the Appearance of Stains

1. Think About Use

Before choosing carpet for a particular room, think about the type of use it will see. Is it a high traffic area? Go with a lighter color, as dark tones tend to become scuffed with heavy foot traffic. Do you plan to let your children or pets lie on it? Choose a medium tone so it will be obvious when it needs carpet cleaning.

2. Consider Potential Causes of Stains

In your household, there are common culprits that cause stains. In areas where you tend to entertain, choosing a burgundy or red flooring might help diminish discoloration caused by wine. In hallways, select colors that hide mud, dirt, and debris. In bedrooms, white carpeting is often a safe choice because there is less of a chance that you’ll spill anything on it.

3. Take Lighting into Account

The amount of sunlight a room receives will influences how visible stains are. Darker colors may be better suited to bright areas since they will hide discoloration more effectively under intense light. For shady, darkly lit rooms, a lighter color will look good and reveal fewer smudges and marks.

 

Although it’s possible to choose colors that hide unsightly discoloration, calling a carpet cleaning company is always the best option for stain removal. D & K Carpet Cleaning serves the communities of La Crosse, Onalaska, West Salem, and Holmen, WI. Their professional technicians are experts at stain and odor removal. If your flooring needs a makeover, call (608) 784-0581 or visit them online.