I'm replacing my 17 year old off white carpet in the bedrooms, hallway and staircase and debating whether or not to just get another "off white" carpet or one with a little more depth ofcolor. I'm so sick of the old carpet (not the color, just the carpet) I could scream. I know if I chose a carpet with too much color it's harder to work with over the long haul. I'm also afraid if I just put in the same basic off white no one will even notice the new carpet! Well OK, the holes will be gone so that might be a clue.

I also don't like the new shag or frieze styles, and prefer plush carpet

I'm thinking a light camel color. How neutral is that and will it turn off prospective buyers? Should I play it safe and just get another off white carpet? I still haven't recovered form my last carpeting error, a rose colored dining room carpet.that I had to live with for 10 years before I could swap it out for hardwood.

We don't plan to sell for at least 5 years.

All opinions are welcome.

thanks!