Instructions

1

Take photographs of the room to bring to the carpet store. Seeing the colors in your room while you shop will help you narrow down color selections.
2

Look at your existing color scheme, especially if you are not redecorating the whole room, but just replacing the carpet. Consider how your carpet transitions from one room to another and decide on some colors you want to consider.
3

Take the room traffic into account and ask for suggestions. Certain colors withstand high traffic better than others. Decide whether the carpet will be walked on frequently and how you use the room. Some colors also hide dirt better than others.
4

Measure the room or bring a floor plan when you shop. If you see a remnant in a color that appeals to you, the salesperson will let you know if the piece is big enough to cover your floor space.
5

Visit a carpet store since it will be easier view the true color of the carpeting at an actual store, instead of online.
6

Ask for swatches once you've narrowed down possible colors. This will allow you to see them in the room with your decor.
7

Look at your swatches at various times of the day and make a selection. The amount of light in the room will change the appearance of the carpet. One color will probably appeal to you more than the others.