Wall to Wall Carpeting
Much like your favorite pair of jeans, decor goes in and out of style. Wall-to-wall carpeting-intended to cover a floor entirely with one or a few pieces of carpet—is ripe to repeat itself.
You might not remember its heydays, but not too long ago, wall-to-wall was all the rage. According to Interior Vision team “Wall-to-wall faded during the dot-com boom of the 1990s when the elite in over-decorated homes were socially eclipsed by dot-com millionaires in basement apartments. The dot-com aesthetic was kept lean; no rugs, no accessories, no curtains, but tech-centric. This aesthetic remained as they moved out of basement apartments and into penthouses.”
How Much Will It Cost?
Wall-to-wall isn’t just back—it’s resurfaced with all the conveniences and price points to make sure it’s here to stay. There are options at all price ranges. We offer carpets for $25 per square meter, while luxury custom designer products can cost as much as $120 per square meter. The most common price point, however, lands at around $25 to $60 per square meter.
Aside from being accessible at a range of price points, wall-to-wall carpeting is also beloved for being a natural insulator. It keeps warm and cool air from escaping, absorbs sound, and provides a safe, soft surface incase of slips and falls—a meaningful consideration if you live with active little ones or vulnerable seniors.
Should You Install It Yourself?
- Unless you know what you’re doing, Hakan says that hiring a professional is “worth the additional cost.” Working with a professional means your carpet will be stretched properly, fitted tightly against the surface to avoid a loose look, and ensure that there are no uncovered edges from measurement mishaps. Installing a wall-to-wall carpet is sure to make a statement, and professional installation means protecting your investment with a warranty. So while you may not save on cost in the short-term, you will in the long-term.
- Once you’ve made your decision, you’ll have no shortage of textures and styles to choose from.