Many of us don’t realise how much traffic our stairs see over the years and they can become tired and lifeless. Staircases can be intimidating to tackle, which is probably why old carpets tend to overstay their welcome. If you’re ready to make a change and upgrade your old carpeted staircase, why not think about a runner carpet?
Runners are long, rectangular rugs that work well in areas with a lot of traffic. Not only do runners protect your stairs from wear and tear, but they can also make a huge design impact on a narrow space, perfect for stairs.
Style
Determine what runner style will make the most of your architecture, flooring, or surrounding decor of your hallway. For example, if you live in a cottage, you may want to consider a country style runner. If your hallway has modern tile work, you may want to opt for a contemporary style. On the other hand, if you have hardwood floors, complement the rich warmth with a more traditional style of runner.
Make it interesting
Your hallway doesn’t have to be a drab and your runner will make a huge impact to welcoming guests. Once you have decided on your runner style, you need to think about patterns. For a dramatic entrance, a striped runner can visually extend your stairway. Runners with a geo pattern will work well for a modernised look and floral patterns works brilliantly with bohemian or vintage style homes.
Colour
When choosing a colour for your hallway runner, you should consider what you’re working with or against.
If your hallway walls are painted a neutral, like white, beige, or grey, think about choosing a vibrant or bold colour as this is a great way to bring some personality into your hallway. If you want a runner that’s soft and subtle, opt for a runner in a colour that closely matches the tones in your flooring and surrounding decor.
If your hallway ends in an open doorway that gives a peek into the next room, you don’t have to match the colour of your runner, just ensure that both colours blend well together.
Materials
Natural fibres don’t hold up well against moisture, so rain and slush will cancel it out as a long-lasting runner. Synthetic fabrics will work best, especially if someone in your household is allergic to sustainable textiles. If you have indoor pets, you should try and opt for a hallway rug made from polypropylene as this is easy to clean, resists moisture, and doesn’t snag. Cotton and nylon are both durable fibres for high-traffic areas, such as hallways. Avoid wool as the loops in the fabric can get caught and snag easily.
Hallways can be transformed by the simple introduction of a runner. Everyone knows that first impressions are important and hallways are your interior’s first impression to welcoming guests. The best hallway runners work to unify your interior and home. They can add a bright and cosy feel to your home instantly.
Why not visit our showroom where you will find hundred of different styles and colour. We have our trained staff on hand if you have any questions.