Home Inspiration: 2016 Carpet Trends Making an Impact
Upgrades to wallpaper, paintwork and soft furnishings can instantly transform a room, but carpet changes are one of the simplest ways to add character, personality and a fashionable touch to your home.
Your choice of carpets will undoubtedly reflect your personal tastes and the way in which you want your floor coverings to work within your home. You may choose a carpet to form the neutral backdrop for other interior design features or opt for a statement piece around which the rest of the room will revolve.
Whichever is true, current trends can give you a starting point from which to choose the carpets that can quickly transform a dated room into a modern space to be proud of or add a fashionable twist to a classic or contemporary home.
Changing Tastes
If you read our article from last year on the Top Carpet Trends for 2015, you will know that our carpet experts in Woking and Winchester reported the big trend for Scandinavian designs and simple pastel shades. An enthusiasm for similar warm minimalistic styles continues today, and the passion for Scandi-style just continues to grow and grow.
People browsing our carpets in Newbury and those in our Winchester store are also showing an avid interest in an increasingly fashionable Mediterranean and contemporary country fusion. Its appeal is far-reaching, but its versatility is a huge defining factor. The style is perfect for a huge variety of homes, ranging from the super-contemporary to the sublimely classic.
Led by the Med
The current on-trend Mediterranean style cleverly combines contemporary elements with traditional patterns and classic country colours. This is rustic simplicity for 2016.
These types of designs also lend themselves exceptionally well to being used on rugs. This makes it really simple to introduce a modern Mediterranean twist to your interior design without having to commit to a completely new floor covering.
New Take on Neutrals
When it comes to carpeting, neutral colours will never go out of fashion, but 2016 is seeing the introduction of some new takes on the theme. This year, tones such as soft greens, subtle blues and pale yellows are taking on the standard beiges in the race for carpet space, offering an interesting alternative to tans and creams that can still make coordination a breeze.
Other trends to look out for this year include coloured flecks and patterns and textures that show up vacuum marks the least – a hit with the super-savvy carpet shopper of 2016. Bold colours are also in vogue when contrasted with neutral wall coverings, whilst interest in 1970s-inspired designs is expected to increase as the year progresses. Whether you’re looking for the most modern carpets Newbury has to offer or Winchester’s most fashionable floor coverings, browse the CMS Downs collections today.
Where We Offer Carpet Fitting
Our team is available in many counties including Berkshire, Hampshire, Surrey, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Wiltshire and the outskirts of South West London (we do cover London and the whole of the South East of England depending on the scale of the project). Some of these areas include towns such as Banstead, Elmbridge, Epsom, Ewell, Guildford, Mole Valley, Newbury, Reigate, Runnymeade, Spelthorne, Surrey Heath, Tandridge, Waverley, Winchester and Woking. We have been established for over 50 years providing Carpet Fitting.
Main Coverage Area
Downs Carpets & Beds have a fantastic team of carpet fitters working alongside our in-store teams. Get in touch for a quote or visit one of our stores below for more information.
Explore our range of carpets, flooring & beds
Customer Stories
Once an order is complete we always encourage customer feedback. Here’s a selection of different projects and customer comments.
Flooring for complete house
We have used Downs in the past and once again the salesperson was very helpful, answering all my queries. The fitter was equally helpful and able to give knowledgeable advice for a future product. I highly recommend Downs as a local business.
Marian G
Carpet order
From the first enquiry to the fitting of the new carpet, we were warmly welcomed by friendly staff, which helped to make our choice and decisions easy. Carpet came much sooner that originally told but that was great as it meant we could get on with the other changes in the particular room. Many thanks for an excellent service.
Richard M
Kitchen/diner
Customer service is top notch. We have used CMS for all of our flooring requirements to date and will continue to do so throughout the renovation of our house.
Vicky B
Bedroom carpets
The sales team were really efficient and helpful, taking into consideration our requirements. The fitters worked well, efficiently and cleared up afterwards a real blessing. The choice of flooring was great and the prices very competitive. Recommend CMS carpets and would use them again. Thank you.
Karen P
The Downs Difference
At Downs Carpets & Beds, we stay true to our original core values. Take a look at why our customers choose us for their beds and carpets time and time again.
Free Measuring Service
We can visit you with carpet samples at a time to suit you. We will check your sub-floor, measure, plan and provide a free no-obligation quote.
Leading Brands
We aim to offer the largest choice of products at the very best prices, with all the leading brands of beds and carpets in one shop for your convenience.
Running For Over 50 Years
All Fitting Guaranteed
Every home or office carpet installation we undertake is covered by our one year Fitting Guarantee for complete peace of mind.
Specialist Expertise
We specialise in great quality carpets, flooring and beds at the very best prices, with friendly, knowledgeable staff to provide expert advice.
Speedy Fitting & Home Delivery
Most of our popular carpet, bed and flooring ranges are held in stock to ensure that we can offer competitive pricing and fast delivery times.
Our bespoke service
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Design consultation: Working collaboratively with you, your designer helps you select the right products.
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Technical consultation: We will conduct a technical survey, checking all measurements and any unusual angles.
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Supplying the product: Your chosen product will be ordered and delivered to you in the time frames discussed.
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Professional Installation: Our expert installers precision fits your product for an exceptional finish.
What Our Customers Say
James AvisonKev, Ash & Mark, our fitters, have been brilliant. Working at light-speed, they've been thorough, meticulous and professional. It's not every group of tradespeople that you'd be happy to recommend, especially in a predominantly female office environment but these three were respectful, thoughtful and good company to have around. We'd be glad to have them back and the quality of their workmanship is excellent. Thank you.
peter brunsdenExcellent job done, good price and very professional at all times. recarpet of first floor of period property, tricky job well handled. Highly recommended
Debbie AshworthI knew what I wanted when I went in and had the measurements as well. The person serving me was very helpful and we were able to get everything sorted easily.
Ian Fewtrell-SmithGood. There was a small hiccup but quickly resolved.
Carole HornerWe have found this company to be excellent with their service and with great recommendations for carpets in relevant rooms. So our latest purchase for lounge and 2 flights of stairs and landings. Process was well explained and nothing seemed too much trouble. The fitters were exceptional !
Yvonne HossackCarpets and vinyl lovely. Dave the fitter was so accomplished, he fitted the stair runner brilliantly. Both Dave and his assistant Andy were courteous and helpful
Katherine SingletonHi Simon, Thank you for getting all the carpets all sorted, you have been brilliant Simon, its been a pleasure and I appreciate you always being quick to communicate and answer any questions. I am very pleased I came back to you after 18 years! Stress free process and quality carpets and good honest prices! Barry the carpet measuring guy was prompt and has a nice friendly and polite manner. The fitters Kevin & Paul are nice chaps too. All in all a great team from start to finish. I wish all companies operated like you do. Well done and thanks again. Best Regards K
Yoshihiro SunbeamHad a superb experience when we went in recently looking for a carpet quote. Spoke to Simon and he was very helpful and accommodating, explaining how the prices worked and what the best underlay was for our particular situation. Would highly recommend if in the West Berkshire area.
Judith CursonVinyl for a small space fitted well and at much shorter notice than we expected
