Hallway carpets: durability, underlays and colour choices
The hallway is the first area of your home guests will see, so it’s important to find the right carpet to make a great first impression. Similar to carpets for stairs, hallway carpets have to deal with a lot of footfall and need to withstand dirt being walked in.
Key features of a hallway carpet are:
- Durability – High traffic areas will require strong and long-lasting carpet.
- Style – You want to make an impression when people come into your home, make sure your carpet suits your personality and your home’s decor.
- Underlay – to protect your carpet.
- Colours –find the right one for your décor.
Durability
Loop and twist piles offer the best in durability.
Loop Pile
- Very hard-wearing
- Can withstand footfall without flattening
- Affordable
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Rustic Wool Berber Loop Carpet
Price: £14.99m2 |
Twist pile
- Durable because of the tight twisted pile
- Can withstand heavy traffic
- Keeps its shape for many years
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Just For You 4m Twist Pile Carpet
Price: £12.49m2 |
Style
The style of carpet you choose will depend on your personal taste and the style of your home. However, we’ve put together a few ideas which combine both durability and style to really showcase the entrance to your home.
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Highland Wilton Patterned Wilton Carpet
Price: £19.99m2 |
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Tanaro Twist Pile Carpet
Price: £19.99m2 |
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Xtron Grandeur Twist Pile Carpet
Price: £23.99m2 |
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Temple Tones Deep Pile Saxony Carpet
Price: £12.99m2 |
Best underlay for hallways
Because of the high traffic, underlays are essential when installing carpet in the hallway. It’s important you don’t use the leftover underlay from the last carpet as old underlays are prone to collapse. A collapsed underlay
Underlays offer:
- Extra comfort
- Extra insulation
- Keep your carpet looking better for longer
The thicker the underlay, the longer your carpet will last. You can find out more about underlays by visiting our underlay FAQ guide.
Carpet vs laminate vs carpet tiles for hallways
Flooring in the hallway comes down to lifestyle and personal preference. Whilst there is no correct answer, both carpet and laminate have pros and cons.
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Carpet – is the best choice if you want a luxurious feeling underfoot the moment you walk through the door. It’s also perfect if you want to showcase your beautiful home to guests and make a stunning first impression with a stylish carpet. Carpets also suit pet owners as animals won’t slip or skid as easily as they might on laminate.
Laminate – is ideal for people who want a low maintenance option for their hallway. If you’re a parent or pet owner, laminate is a great choice as it’s easy to clean and is unlikely to stain. However, be conscious of the slippage hazard, especially for those vulnerable to falls.
Carpet tiles – are a hard-wearing floor covering for those who want a quirky look in their hallway. Normally designed for offices, carpet tiles are easy to install and maintain but can fray at the corners.