Many landlords fail to pay due care and attention to the carpets they choose for their properties. This is a big mistake. Picking the right carpet is a relatively inexpensive way to add considerable value to the property and attract the right tenants.
Along with the colour of the walls, carpets — or the lack of them — are one of the first things that prospective tenants notice when entering your property. A good quality carpet can add an inviting air of character and comfort to any room, but there are a few things you should bear in mind when picking the right carpet for your needs.
Think Practical
When choosing a carpet for your rental property, you need to think practically. How durable is it? Is it affordable? Is it pleasing to the eye? Remember, you are not choosing a carpet to meet your own aesthetic tastes; you’re picking a carpet which will hopefully attract your ideal tenant. If your property is a modest one that will appeal to young families, students, or someone with pets, you should be thinking along the lines of a carpet that is easy to clean and can perhaps be replaced every five years. If your property is more spacious, opulent, and marketed towards tenants wishing to take on a long-term lease, consider a more luxurious carpet that is both hard-wearing and high on sophisticated comfort.
Keep It Neutral
Carpets are not as easily changed like the colour of your properties’ walls, so don’t go too jazzy or bold with the design or shade. A neutral or natural colour carpet will complement a host of decor and furnishings. Under no circumstances do you want a carpet that only suits a certain colour theme and clashes with nearly everything else. Think cream, beige, or pale grey and you won’t go wrong.
Comfort Is Key
Carpets can be great at absorbing noise and reducing sound. They are also a good insulator and work wonders at keeping in the heat. Look for carpets that have a high density. The pile weight and how close the fibres sit together will determine how durable the carpet is and how resistant it will be to everyday wear and tear, ensuring it can keep on meeting its integral purpose — comfort.
The Right Carpet for the Right Room
The volume of traffic and predicted footfall in each room should be a deciding factor in what sort of carpet goes where. The living room is the heart of the house and a place where everyone wants to relax. As such, you need a carpet that has a good bounce-back quality, is durable, but also feels heavenly upon the feet. Wool carpets can be more expensive than other types of carpets, but they are made to last and give a real sense of home. They are particularly suited for areas where there is traditionally a lower footfall than the rest of the house, such as bedrooms. For high-traffic areas such as hallways and stairs, consider laying stain-resistant and hard-wearing carpets that can take a lot of punishment. Nylon carpets are superb for this.
A Carpet Is a Sound Investment
When considering the right carpets for your rental property, take your time, and choose wisely. Remember, the carpets in your property will speak volumes to any prospective tenant. A dirty or worn carpet reflects on its owner. It suggests they care little for their property, reputation, or the welfare of their tenants. On the other hand, good quality and well-maintained carpets indicate that here is a landlord who has high standards, is professional, highly concerned how they are perceived in the community, and always has the welfare of their tenants in mind.