Versatility of striped carpets explained

According to House Beautiful Content Editor Rachel Edwards, striped carpets are very versatile.

Edwards said that the key to using striped carpets is to use ones with hues that fit with the room decor, complementing the colours of the wallpaper, paint and furniture. She said that striped carpets provide:

“Some clever visual effects to widen or elongate a room, and adding a touch of visual interest to a space. And whilst they require a bit more consideration than a plain carpet, they can make a bigger design statement.”

Stripes can be bold and eye-catching, or more subtle and lighter. Gentle, neutral colours are best for relaxed restful spaces, and bold rainbow stripes are good for areas where busy activities take place. Stripes can be narrow or wide, or they can vary in width. In small rooms, a simple striped carpet in three or fewer colours can change the perspective of a room, creating the illusion of extra space.

Striped carpets can be combined with geometric shapes or other patterns. Instinctively, many people think that mixing stripes with patterns does not work, but many carpet designs disprove this view.

Vertical stripes direct the eye to interesting room areas. For instance, they can highlight windows with outside garden views, or focus attention on an original fireplace.

Carpets in North Wales and Chester make homes feel warm and cosy. Many people prefer plain carpets as they are uncertain about striped designs, but as Edwards has argued, striped carpets can enhance the look of any room.