Carpet - How to Find the Match?

ThinkingOutLoud · ‎05-01-2020

I need to replace some carpet but want to use the same style/color so it matches the other areas. Anyone know any tricks to figuring out the brand/name/etc? tia

Kachina624 · ‎03-10-2010

The only thing I'd suggest is to go back to the store where it was purchased, if known. Otherwise you're probably out of luck.

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Tinkrbl44 · ‎08-23-2010

@ThinkingOutLoud wrote:
I need to replace some carpet but want to use the same style/color so it matches the other areas. Anyone know any tricks to figuring out the brand/name/etc? tia

@ThinkingOutLoud

What I've learned through trial-and-error years ago that finding a carpet match is like trying to find a perfect match with navy blue clothing separates ... unless they were made at the same time with the exact same dye lot, you'll never get a match.

Either replace ALL the carpeting or find something that compliments what you have with throw rugs.

(Having learned my lesson, I kept an 8 foot roll of extra carpet when we got new carpet two years ago. Even if we never need it, I'm happy to store it, just in case.)

Desertdi · ‎03-13-2010

Same challenge with wood or Pergo flooring. Buy EXTRA in case you need a "patch" job. I found out the hard way, also.

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Venezia · ‎03-09-2010

Most things (carpeting, flooring, fabric, wallpaper, paint) have lot numbers. But trying to find something with the same lot number (so a perfect match) way down the road? Good luck with that.

Best option, if possible: take a small piece of the existing carpeting to compare, when shopping for a new replacement.

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Janey2 · ‎06-07-2010

Unless the carpet is very new it will never match. I always have a large piece of carpeting given me when I buy new carpet. Within months the color is not the same. Carpet fades even if not in direct light. The only way you might get away with adding a piece is if the carpet has many colors in a design. Good luck

millieshops · ‎03-09-2010

@ThinkingOutLoud And keep in mind that carpets, furniture, paint, wallpaper all change a bit once they are in use.

I just had some painting done - bought the same brand/color as I did just 2 years back. Already the company has changed its mix for that color a tiny bit. I didn't even notice until the painter did. In some lights, patches show.

Wishing you better luck with your carpet.