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help with runner

Marjorie Armand

10 years ago

We are trying to decide between these runners. We have a very traditional home with creamy white trim and doors. We have three kids and are looking for something classic that will hold up well with young kids. Thanks in advance.

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Judy Mishkin

10 years ago

the first or third. all of them will mask stains, but the middle one won't look as good as its a large pattern, the design will be different places on each step unless you buy a lot of extra carpet.

see how this looks a bit awkward with the design not in the same place each time.

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Marjorie Armand
Original Author
10 years ago
I did not think of that. Thank you.
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Barb B
10 years ago
My vote is the first one.
Not as busy of a pattern
Irene Morresey
10 years ago
First one on top also
chloebud
10 years ago
First one...would stay away from busy patterns.
Marjorie Armand
Original Author
10 years ago
Thank you everyone!
Danielle Black
10 years ago
Middle one
Marjorie Armand
Original Author
10 years ago
I am starting to wonder if they all look odd next to the white floor...but I am not changing the floor.
calidesign
10 years ago
I don't think it is the tile floor that is throwing it off - it is the wall color. The stairs, wood, and runner are all traditional, but the wall color is not. A more muted green would be better in my opinion. If you want to keep the walls, you might look for a more transitional runner design, maybe like a diamond pattern.
calidesign
10 years ago
Like one of these:
West Arm Cottage · More Info
Danielle Black
10 years ago
I like this last photo

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