We break down the most common carpet materials and styles, and how to determine their quality, so you can choose which is best for your home.

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Comfort and warmth is becoming desirable, knocking cold and draughty floorboards off the pedestal For the past decade or so it has been ripped up and tossed out but now carpet is making a comeback.