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Why We Installed Wall-to-Wall Carpeting Upstairs December 31, 2018
We recently made a very unpopular decision for our home – we installed carpet in our upstairs bedrooms! I never expected people to have such strong feelings towards carpet, but alas – many do. We happen to LOVE carpet in the bedrooms, and have missed it since we moved here 3 years ago. We had carpeting in the upstairs of our last home, and I remember it feeling so incredibly cozy and warm. We both agreed that feeling was missing in our current home, so we decided it was time!
There were many factors I took into consideration when selecting the carpet we chose to install. Our friend Travis owns Coastal Concepts, a company that specializes in carpeting, window treatments, and flooring, so we decided to have him over to discuss what we were looking for and our concerns. We needed a carpet that was stain resistant (because, kids!), and I also questioned if it was the right decision with allergies and asthma. Travis shared some great information with me that made me feel even more confident in our carpet decision.
There are many misconceptions regarding carpet and asthma/allergies that I was happy to learn! Travis shared this link from Mohawk Flooring explaining these misconceptions and how (newer) carpet can actually be beneficial to someone with these conditions. Carpet fibers actually trap dust, pet dander, and pollen and remove them from the breathing zone! You can read more about all that right here. I love that they link actual studies, as well!
We chose Mohawk Flooring for our carpet, which came highly recommend. All Mohawk carpets are CRI Green Label Plus Certified which means they meet or exceed government indoor air quality regulations and are among the lowest VOC-emitting products out there! Mohawk features Everstrand, which is made using patented Continuum – an innovative PET carpet that’s made with up to 100% recycled content which is antimicrobial by nature. The padding Mohawk uses is also anti-microbial! This PET material makes the carpet easier to clean and maintain, as well. They’re also protected by Scotchguard, which gives an extra layer of protection against stains. You can find more info on all of this right here. Per Travis, the owner of the company we used, all Everstrand warranties include lifetime stain resistance and 10-year coverage for abrasive wear, texture retention, soil resistance, and manufacturing defects! Once I knew all of this, I was sold!
We chose a Mohawk Carpet low pile berber in the style Ensemble. I loved the simple texture it offered and that it was still soft on our feet. We went with the lightest color, called Chorale. I realize some of you might think we’re crazy for going with a light color, but the stain resistance made me more confident in our choice! I also wanted to be able to layer rugs over the carpet, and Travis recommended a low pile to avoid rugs leaving an indent in the carpet. I am in LOVE with the result!
Many asked how we handled moving the furniture, and we did it ourselves with the help of Travis’s brother! They carpeted our master bedroom and hallway one day (so we shifted all of the furniture into one of the other bedrooms), and then the remaining bedrooms and stairwell the second day (and again shifted furniture around). It actually was not as bad as I was expecting, and resulted in me purging a bit too!
I’m not sure why we waited so long to do this, but we are so insanely happy with the outcome. And for transparency, our entire upstairs plus the stairs cost us between $4-5K to carpet. This is definitely an investment, but one we’ve been wanting to do for years.
If you have any questions I didn’t answer, leave them in a comment below! And if you’re local, we highly recommend Coastal Concepts for your flooring needs! They offer window treatments, as well. We plan on using them again in the future! 🙂
Katy Jackson says
Hi! Thank you so much for writing this article. My husband and I recently bought a house and I kind of hate it :/ It has none of the warmth and coziness that our old home had and I can’t quite get over it. It is also 2 stories of dark wood look laminate – yuck! It’s cold, dark and hard – and I think a major reason that I haven’t felt at home here yet. We recently came into a little money so I have been considering adding carpet but the cost is so high that I keep wavering. I think that adding carpet to our loft, hallway, stairs and bedrooms might make all the difference in the world though and finally may make this house feel like home! Thank you!
Brooke K says
Lauren I love your blog and IG account! I’m wondering if the $4-5k was with labor or just the materials alone? Also could you give me approximately how many sq ft this was?
Lauren McBride says
Hi! It was 4-5K totally including labor! 🙂
zena says
Hi Lauren, how many sq feet was your project? Thanks!
Autumn says
WhT is the square footage you covered?
Kirsten M Angus says
Hi, we are renovating our attic space into a master suite. We are definitely going with the carpet shown here (Mohawk Carpet, style Ensemble, color Chorale)! What paint color did you use? Looks beautiful!
Lauren McBride says
It was a True Value paint in Wedding Cake. 🙂
Heather Lucas says
Really leaning toward this carpet! I’ve been searching for a low pile, simple looking carpet. This post has been super helpful. My one hesitation with Berber is that it has the reputation of being rough. Is this one rough at all? We have young kids who play on the floor a lot so we really want something soft. Thanks again for the helpful post!!
Lauren McBride says
I don’t think it’s too rough at all! Not like a typical berber! We love it!
Daphne Hendricks says
Thanks Lauren! Do you think this carpet color (Chorale) will go with white walls that are slightly gray? SW Aesthetic White
Lauren McBride says
Hi! It’s definitely more of a warmer tone than a cooler tone!
Sarah says
Looks beautiful. What is the paint color you used in ththe boys rooms and where did you find the plaid wallpaper?
Lauren McBride says
Plaid paper is Home Depot! Paint color is Benjamin Moore Simply White
Tara says
My daughter saw a photo of the pink and grey floral bed spread or comforter and loves it. I was wondering where you purchased it? I also have a similar carpet in my gym and it has held up really well especially with weights and exercise equipment being moved around on it. Thanks Tara
Randelle Smith says
Lauren,
We are looking at carpet for our second floor bedrooms as well and this post was very helpful. Can you tell me the paint colors that are in your pics? (walls, ceilings and trim)?
Thanks
Erica says
Love this way looks! This has totally inspired me to choose this exact carpet for our upstairs master wing. Thank you so much for sharing!
Tammy Lauterbach says
Hi there! We are considering doing this carpet in all the bedrooms upstairs and downstairs in the living room. Now that you’ve had it awhile, are you still okay you went so light? Do oil marks show up in the high traffic areas? We don’t wear shoes in our house so just curious how it’s holding up.
Thanks!
Lauren McBride says
Yes! We LOVE it so much!
Tessa says
The buffalo check wall!!!! How to or from where please!
Lauren McBride says
Home Depot! Magnolia line.
Amy says
Gorgeous! Where is the black and white rug (in master bedroom under bed) from? Love it!
Sarah Gutwirth says
How did you install the layered rugs over the carpet to prevent them from bunching up or curling at the ends? Is there some non slip pad that you put underneath? Looks great by the way!
Kristen says
We have a chocolate lab…. Does this carpet show dog hair badly? Love it!!
Whitney says
I am very curious what your thoughts are almost one year later? I am getting to carpet our upstairs and so nervous but this is stunning.
Alice says
Hi,
Did you use a different color on the stairs?
Lauren McBride says
Hi! No, same color.
Jenny says
Hi! Do you the cost per square foot for the carpet?
Lauren McBride says
I don’t recall, I’m sorry!
Allison Metzger says
I love the way you designed the boys room! Are the dressers you have from Home Depot? If so, can you tell me the brand please! Thanks for your help!
Lauren McBride says
They’re from Wayfair!
Caren says
Do you think it’s soft enough? Or should I go with one slightly softer if not planning to use area rugs on top.
Lauren McBride says
Yes!
Betty Schmidt says
Hi…I am wondering about your daughter’s room?…the room with the floral bedspread and cushions. That room is beautiful!! Can you please tell me where you purchased some of the decor and bedding from? I would really appreciate it!!
Thanks
Betty Schmidt
Jenna Schaefer says
I’m wondering the same thing! That comforter would be PERFECT for ,y daughters room.
Betty Schmidt says
Hi…I am wondering about your daughter’s room?…it’s absolutely beautiful!!! Can you please tell me where you purchased some of the decor and bedding? I love the bedspread!!
Thanks
Betty Schmidt
Megan Marsh says
Hi! I can’t seem to find the style “Ensemble” any longer. Was this a texture or loop style? Thanks!
Hayley says
I would love an update on your carpet!!! Just bought a house and replacing old carpet with new! Hooray for unpopular choices!!! I would love to use this exact carpet & color in our rooms. Im wondering how it’s holding up on the stairs, as well as the bedrooms. We will be doing our stairs also!!! Thank you!!!
Hayley Hannesson says
I would love an update on your carpet!!! Just bought a house and replacing old carpet with new! Hooray for unpopular choices!!! I would love to use this exact carpet & color in our rooms. Im wondering how it’s holding up on the stairs, as well as the bedrooms. We will be doing our stairs also!!! Thank you!!!
LisaInTheNW says
I’m changing out our carpet and would LOVE an updated review as to how your carpet is wearing and holding up. I’m going with Mohawk and with so many options would love to go with something that I have heard a first hand follow up.
Grateful!
Lauren McBride says
Ours held up great! We put it in our new home as well!
Rebecca says
Where did you get the cute bed spread in your daughters room
Lauren McBride says
Urban Outfitters
Fatima says
love the little girls head and foot board! do you mind sharing where it’s from (:
Lauren McBride says
Wayfair!
Kristin says
Where do you gee your beautiful wood dresser?
Lauren McBride says
Raymour and Flanigan!
Tammy says
Hi Lauren, thanks so much for the insightful post and for sharing your sources. Since it’s been almost 2 years, would you mind sharing how the carpet has shaped up? Are you still glad you went with the lighter color?
Samantha says
Can I ask how this style of carpet has held up to foot traffic? I’m trying to convince my husband that a low pile, textured carpet similar to this holds up a lot better than our current carpet style. Thanks!
Adrianna says
Hello, where did you find the night stand in your daughters room? It’s adorable & I can’t find it online anywhere
Lauren McBride says
Hi! It was from World Market.