If your home is bustling with playful energy, opting for an easy to clean material is smart. Wool is an excellent choice, thanks to its durability, cleanability and insulating properties (for both noise and warmth). Our exclusive SynSisal® is also a great option for high traffic areas. With its stain-resistant ECONYL® fibers and gorgeous sisal-look, a weave from this collection makes a smart and classy stair runner. Do you love natural fibers like sisal, jute, seagrass or coir? Ambient lighting: Create a cosy atmosphere with warm, soft lighting. Use lamps with warm-toned bulbs to add a gentle glow to your rooms. Dimmer switches can also be installed to adjust the light levels and create a more relaxed and intimate environment. This is a great way for local showrooms to get designers in their doors and be able to share the latest and greatest products. They can also answer questions first hand from designers out there who are risking their businesses purchasing products like this and installing in their clients’ homes.

As a general rule, darker colors hide dirt and stains better than lighter colored carpets. High traffic levels in your home might warrant a darker carpet. But your design style informs this choice as well. Are you looking for contrast against your wall color or the color of the stair treads? Or do you want something that will blend harmoniously?If you need a stair runner for a commercial setting, a stair runner crafted from our sisal-look SynSisal® collection or our Hospitality collection fits the bill. It’s a good idea to look at samples (many outlets will send them to you in the post) and consider different materials and colours. Style: a professional can help you decide on the style of installation you want. For example, do you want waterfall style or Hollywood (aka French Cap or upholstered method)? How much, if any, flooring do you want exposed on either side of the runner? We highly recommend that you work with a professional carpet installer. Here are some of the benefits of hiring a professional:

Compared to other materials such as wool and polyester, sisal stair treads aren't quite as soft or cushioned. However, they are very appropriate for high foot traffic areas - especially your home's busy staircase - because they're able to stand up to constant abuse. With that being said, many interior designers and home owners prefer sisal treads for their stunning, all-natural texture and down-to-earth color tone. Dean Flooring Company offers sisal styles in many natural and dyed colors to match your unique vision. As mentioned above, wool is a cleanable, classic choice. But modern synthetic materials like polypropylene, nylon, poly silk, SynSisal® or even vinyl are great choices for staircases too. They provide stain-resistance and durability, plus colorful options and a wide variety of patterns. What color carpet is best for stairs?Stair runners are another option to consider. They’re typically cheaper than full carpet, and only cover the middle section of the stairs. They can be made from a variety of materials, and are an ideal option if you want the comfort and protection carpet offers, without completely covering up your original flooring. What colour should I choose for my stair carpet? Colour: Consider the existing colour scheme of your home's interior. Opt for a stair carpet that harmonises with the overall palette to create a cohesive look. Light-coloured carpets can make your space appear more open and spacious, while dark hues add depth and sophistication. Neutral tones provide versatility, allowing you to change interior décor without worrying about clashing with the carpet's colour. So, because I’m a working designer, because I have to do some CEU’s or continuing education every year to keep my ASID professional affiliation, I attended a seminar about carpet fibers at a local showroom this past week. Here are a few things to consider when considering the best material for your stair runner: Do you have pets or kids?