2022 Carpet Trends: The Ultimate Guide for Homeowners
Bring your home to life with these striking and innovative 2022 carpet trends. You are no longer limited to wall-to-wall carpets that make a space look uninspired. From a jaw-dropping entryway to an extra warm dining room, discover which of these trends would fit perfectly in your ideal home.
Color
This year, try to go beyond your comfort zones. If you favor a minimalist aesthetic, you can highlight the clean and well-defined lines of your furniture and décor by creating an interesting backdrop using a carpet designed with bold colors, such as royal purple and deep red. In this way, you would keep your space from looking too monotonous and boring.
On the other hand, those who prefer eclectic or bohemian themes can go for earthy-toned carpet to tie everything up together. Do not assume that you are going to be stuck with only brown and beige on this one. Earthy tones range from:
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rich, woody browns;
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refreshing splashes of blue; and
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crisp but relaxing shades of green.
Patterns
Two types of patterns dominate the 2022 carpet trends:
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Geometric Shapes
Though not exactly new, geometric patterns remain to be among the top choices of decorators and homeowners alike. Designed in eye-catching and memorable patterns, these carpets have always been a showstopper, especially when done with the right color combinations.
For a timeless, yet inspired choice, select geometrically-patterned carpets that use contrasting colors, such as the classic thick, black lines on a neutral background. For those with more contemporary tastes, pastel colors and metallic accents go well together when arranged in a geometric fashion.
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Stripes
Hailing back from the 60s, striped carpets can be simply stunning, especially when layered with other carpets—another one of this year’s best carpet trends. When placed with the lines going along the length of the room, it can also make the space look bigger than it really is.
If you are searching for a way to finish off your mid-century modern interior design, striped carpets have a unique way of effortlessly reflecting the mood of that particular aesthetic. Many homeowners, however, attest that if you want a carpet that works with just about anything, while managing to stay on as trendy year after year, you cannot go wrong with striped carpets.
Texture
Carpets used to be plush because of the then-prevailing trend for long and deep piles. Nowadays, with the global popularity of minimalist but warm aesthetics, low pile carpets have official taken over them.
Aside from giving way to a whole new set of textures, low pile rugs tend to be more durable than their traditional counterparts. They are less prone to shedding, and are easier to vacuum.
Some variants do not even require brushing at all due to their flat weave designs. Interesting patterns coupled with low maintenance costs make low pile carpets one of the most-sought after 2019 carpet trends by homeowners and interior decorators alike.
Still, if you are keen on burying your toes in plush carpets, you can keep up with the trends by layering them with low pile rugs. You can go for a large low pile rug as the base, and place your favorite plush carpet on top of it as an accent.
If you are not sure how to choose which carpets would go best together, here are some tips for you:
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In terms of color, make sure that the carpets you are going to use have similar tones or accents.
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Do not be afraid to layer patterned carpets one over the other. As long as you keep in mind the first tip, then you are free to mix and match patterns that would complete the look you are going for.
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Experiment with different types of textures and materials. You are free to select the materials that you like the most, such as wool and cowhide carpets for a rustic vibe.
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Be careful not to overdo it. Make sure to maintain a 2-feet clearance between the edge of your carpet and wall. This way, your space would appear balanced, not cramped.
Location
Carpets used to be placed in bedrooms, living rooms, or dining rooms. However, recent trends promote the usage of carpet beyond these spaces. Take a look where else you can put your favorite carpets:
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Entryway
Elevate your entryway by choosing a bold statement rug that gives your guests a taste of what to expect from your home. This is one of the most strategic carpet locations to splurge on. After all, first impression lasts.
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Walls
Who says carpets can only be meant to be on the floor? Given their intricate designs and patterns, some rugs and carpets are better enjoyed as unexpected wall arts. Hang them up with the rest of your art, or pin them up in spots that need further livening up. Remember, the floor is no longer the limit.
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Outdoors
With the recent trend of going back to nature, the popularity of outdoor furniture among homeowners have given rise to outdoor carpets. New technology allows manufacturers to create carpets that are resistant to molds, mildew, and water damage, among others.
As repeated over and over in this article, the carpet trends challenge homeowners to be more creative than ever. However, do not feel the need follow these trends to the letter. Think outside the box, and find out how you can transform your home with carpets in your own way.
