Experts reveal how often carpets need replacing

Consumers considering purchasing carpets for their Chester and North Wales rooms often ask how long a carpet lasts. The answer is dependent on several factors, including the carpet material, the room the carpet is located in and how well it has been looked after. However, two carpet experts have agreed on an estimate of how long the average carpet lasts and have recommended ways to extend the life of a carpet.

In a report for Woman & Home, Scottie Hosie, a Head of Product and Innovation, and Rupert Anton from the Carpet Foundation both say that the average carpet lasts for seven years.

A carpet will function much longer than seven years, but in time it may begin to look worn, and the colours can fade. A condition known as tracking can develop, which Anton explains is:

“When part of the carpet seems to look ‘flat’ in terms of colour and pile and this is because if you walk on the same area every day it will naturally look worn and perhaps a different shade to the rest of the carpet.”

There are several ways the experts recommend to extend the life of a carpet. Regular vacuuming prolongs a carpet’s life by removing grit and dirt. In high-traffic areas, doormats and runners add an extra layer that protects the carpet. Stain blockers and repellent treatments can also help.

Though the average carpet may last seven years, an excellent-quality, well-looked-after carpet can last 20 years or more.