Home Office Haven

Home Office Haven

July 1, 2014
Patcraft Science Modular Precision

As we become more of a 'work from home' society, you probably notice you're spending more time in your home office compared to 10 years ago. As a matter of fact, we're working more hours now than we ever did, especially with the advancement of technology and how we can interface remotely. To keep the stress levels down and productivity up for your home office makeover, you may have upgraded your desk space to a state-of-the-art office unit with 'ergnomically correct' seating, as well as being mindful to proper furniture placement for your Feng Shui surroundings. The walls have even been painted the perfect color to create a vibrant and successful energy in your office. Now that you're ready to use your office and bring clients into your freshened up space, you notice you forgot one thing... the floors. You certainly want your floors to look professional, but you also want them to be comfortable and workable, so maintenance is essential.

Your floor of choice is carpet because it's practical and functional, yet comfortable. You would love to save on cost; however, quality carpet lasts longer and is more durable. Choosing a substandard product will show wear and tear much more quickly and you'll be replacing your 'new' carpet in no time. If you're anticipating a substantial amount of foot traffic, you may want to consider a commercial-grade carpet instead of a residential carpet for durability and hard-wear.

Deciding between broadloom (wall-to-wall) carpet and carpet tiles is merely a matter of choice and preference. Broadloom carpet offers better thickness of carpet, giving a certain warmth to an office space that carpet tiles may not offer. When it comes to carpet seams, they're usually better hidden with broadloom carpet.

Carpet tiles are a great alternative to conventional broadloom carpet. If you spill something that you know cannot be removed, such as toner or printer ink, you simply take the stained carpet tile and replace it with a new one. You no longer have to worry about fully replacing your carpet. You can create borders to give your individualized space an organized feel or form unique and particular effects to make it stand out.

Once you decide on the type of carpet you want installed in your home office space, keep these tips in mind for best maintenance for the life of your carpet:

  1. Use a chair mat - Chair mats can be purchased at any office supply store and are relatively inexpensive. Most mats are clear, however, you can add a little vitality to your space using fun patterned mats, such as zebra, peacock, or geometric designs. Regardless of the style of mat you choose, it will protect your carpet and give you a smoother, more evened surface for your chair to easily roll on
  2. Rearrange your office often - By rearranging your office, you freshen up your space at no cost and move foot traffic patterns along with it
  3. Take off your shoes - Every day you leave your house, you track dirt back into it as soon as you walk through the door. If possible, designate one pair of shoes in your closet as 'indoor shoes.' This way you're keeping additional dirt off your new carpet and maintaining that professional look when your clients come to visit
  4. Eat elsewhere - If you're at your main work office, you probably go to a break room to eat. The same should apply for your home office. Take your 'breaks' elsewhere and eliminate food and beverage spills that automatically come with eating and drinking

Being in your home office already makes it difficult to transition from home mode to work mode on a daily basis. Create an office space that not only inspires you, but a place you actually want to work in.