As homeowners, we often focus on enhancing the interior of our living spaces while overlooking areas like the garage. However, for some time now, there has been a growing trend in New Zealand towards transforming garages into more functional and comfortable spaces by installing garage carpet. Garage carpet has been designed using synthetic fibres to ensure it is highly durable, resistant to wear and tear and repels moisture, so it won’t rot. This innovative product offers numerous benefits that go beyond mere aesthetics, making it a valuable investment for Kiwi households. Let’s delve into some of the key advantages of having garage carpet in your home.
1. Insulation and Temperature Control
New Zealand’s climate can be quite variable, with cold winters and hot summers in many regions. Garage carpet acts as an additional layer of insulation, helping to maintain a more stable temperature inside the garage throughout the year. This insulation not only keeps the space warmer in winter but also prevents excessive heat buildup during the summer months, creating a more comfortable environment.
2. Noise Reduction
Garages are often bustling areas where various activities take place, from DIY projects and woodworking to parking vehicles. The constant noise generated in an uninsulated garage can be a nuisance, especially if the garage is attached to the house. Garage carpet helps dampen sound, reducing echoes and minimising noise transmission to the adjoining rooms, contributing to a quieter and more peaceful home environment.
3. Enhanced Safety
Slippery floors in garages can be a safety hazard, especially when carrying heavy items or navigating the space during wet weather. Garage carpet provides better traction than bare concrete or epoxy painted floors, reducing the risk of slips and falls. This is particularly beneficial for families with young children, elderly members, or individuals with mobility challenges, offering a safer environment for everyone.
4. A safe and Cosy Play Area for Kids
With garage carpet, the once-forgotten garage space becomes inviting and comfortable, resembling any other room in the house. This makes it a perfect spot for kids to hang out, play games, or indulge in creative activities, all while being in a secure and cosy environment.
5. Home Gym Workouts
During workouts, especially high-impact exercises like jumping or weightlifting, the right flooring is crucial to absorb shock and reduce strain on joints. Garage carpet provides a slightly cushioned surface that is gentler on the body compared to hard concrete floors, enhancing comfort during workouts, and reducing the risk of injuries.
6. Comfort for Pets
Pets, especially dogs and cats, often spend time in the garage, whether it’s for shelter during extreme weather or as a transition space between indoors and outdoors. Garage carpet provides a comfortable and soft surface for pets to rest and play on, making their time in the garage more enjoyable. Also, any pet accidents can be wiped up easily opposed to accidents on household carpet which require thorough cleaning and drying to eliminate the stain and odour.
7. Easy Maintenance
Garage carpet is incredibly easy to clean and maintain. Most spills and stains can be quickly addressed with regular vacuuming and occasional spot cleaning. Needle-punch garage carpet is also designed to withstand heavy foot traffic and retain its appearance for years, reducing the need for frequent replacements.
8. Increased Property Value
Installing garage carpet is a cost-effective way to tidy up your existing garage floor and can enhance the overall value of your property. Potential buyers appreciate well-maintained and functional garage spaces, and the addition of carpeting signals that the area is not just a storage space but a versatile extension of the home. This can be a selling point when putting your home on the market, attracting more buyers and potentially increasing your property’s resale value.
At Flooring Design, we’ve seen a lot of garage floors, and we know the garage carpet we sell offers a range of benefits that extend far beyond just aesthetics, making it a practical and valuable addition to New Zealand homes that will last many years to come.
Garage Carpet can turn your garage into a multipurpose space and give you a new area that adds an extra room home. Garage Carpet is also suitable for use in home gyms and rumpus rooms.
- 800 g/m2
- Solution Dyed Polyester
Crusader UV
This hard-wearing, low-maintenance carpet has a high degree of UV protection to withstand the harsh ultra-violet rays of direct sunlight, making it resistant to fading and suitable for a wide range of indoor and outdoor installations, including boat decks, ramps and terraces..
- Ribbed Needlepunch
- 100% Stainproof Miracle Fibre
