At some point, in the not-too-distant-future, our flat will need new carpets.
I've looked casually at Peter Jones/John Lewis and some independent shops, but have felt overwhelmed by all the choices (many dozens). I don't want/need the most expensive, but neither do I want cheap and nasty. But there is so much choice in between, and I have no idea how to judge or choose. Wool, wool blend, synthetic, etc.
I'd like something of reasonable to good quality, hard wearing/long lasting, decent pile, soft underfoot, easy to clean/hoover. Also want it to look reasonable at all times (current carpets show foot/shoe indentations, so only look nice when just hoovered).
What sort of carpets do you have, and how did you choose? Will you do anything different next time? Where did you buy from and would you buy from them again? Wondering about the wisdom of chain vs independent. Finally - iirc, carpet is sold by the meter? What sort of price range should I expect without getting into top of the line prices?