As the holidays approach, the focus shifts to hosting, decorating, and creating a warm, inviting space. But if your flooring still feels unfinished or your entryway looks a little bare, there’s still time to make impactful updates—without taking on a full renovation. Your holiday home can make a statement with carpeting!
This season, we’re helping homeowners tackle quick-turn carpet projects that instantly elevate the look and feel of your home. From custom remnant rugs to fast-track stair runner installations, here’s what to prioritize if you want your space ready for gatherings, guests, and cozy evenings in.
1. Add Warmth To Your Holiday Home with a Remnant Rug
If you’ve been meaning to replace a tired area rug or fill an awkward space with something custom, now’s the perfect time. A holiday home can always find a hidden gem with a remnant. Our remnant wall is stocked with premium carpet pieces that can be cut and bound to your exact dimensions—no long lead times, no complicated orders.
Why it works:
- Fast turnaround
- Budget-friendly (up to 50% less than a full roll order)
- Ideal for high-traffic areas like entryways, kitchens, and dens
- Plenty of size and color variety for layering with seasonal decor
Whether you’re styling a runner for a side hallway or need a low-profile rug under the dining table, remnants give you flexibility without sacrificing style.
2. Tidy Up Your Entryway with a Hallway Runner
First impressions matter. A hallway runner adds texture and warmth underfoot while helping protect your floors from wet boots and muddy shoes. It’s one of the simplest ways to upgrade your home’s flow before the holiday season.
Hallway runner benefits:
- Defines narrow or transitional spaces
- Minimizes echo and noise in busy homes
- Offers a visual link between rooms
- Easily customized with binding, serging, or wide borders
Not sure what size you need for your holiday home? That’s where we come in. We’ll help you select the right dimensions and finish to complement your layout and lifestyle.
3. Install a Stair Runner Before Guests Arrive
A new stair runner installation instantly transforms your staircase into a focal point. Not only does it soften sound and increase traction, but it also brings a custom, finished feel to your home’s most central architectural feature.
Why now is a great time:
- Staircases are high-traffic areas during the holidays
- A runner provides added safety for guests, kids, and pets
- Runners help protect wood treads from dirt and wear
- They photograph beautifully for holiday decor posts and family pictures
We offer a range of styles—from soft neutrals to bold patterns—and can help you determine the right width and installation method (Hollywood or waterfall) to suit your stairs and home.
4. Refresh a Home Office or Guest Room
Expecting overnight guests? Hosting family from out of town? If your guest room or home office feels unfinished, a simple cut-to-size rug can add instant comfort and warmth.
You don’t need to commit to wall-to-wall carpeting to make a big difference. A custom remnant rug, fitted to the room’s layout, can completely transform the look and feel of the space in just a few days.
Pro tip:
Wool blends and flatweaves offer durability with a clean, welcoming look—and they pair beautifully with holiday bedding and decor.
5. Skip a Holiday Home, Coordinate a Whole-House Refresh Instead (Yes, Even Now)
Your holiday home deserves it. If you’ve been dreaming about connecting your stair runner to a hallway runner or matching your entryway rug to your living room piece, it’s not too late. We can help plan coordinated carpet pieces that carry your aesthetic throughout the home—even if we start small and build from there.
Because we fabricate everything in-house, we’re able to move quickly and efficiently once the plan is in place.
Why These Projects Work So Well at Year-End
This time of year, we focus on projects that are:
- Quick to fabricate (remnants, short yardage, pre-selected materials)
- Low disruption (most installs are completed in a few hours)
- High impact (visually and functionally)
Working with a custom carpet workroom like ours means you get access to experienced project managers, in-stock materials, and skilled fabricators who understand both speed and quality.
You don’t have to wait until the new year to make your home feel finished.
Meet With a Project Manager to Get Started
The best way to get your project moving is to meet with a project manager. The holiday season is the busiest time of year as everyone is on a mission to have a nice home by the holiday season. For peace of mind we recommend you ACT QUICK and get a head start on carpet projects. Whether you’re looking for a rug that fits your space perfectly or want advice on how to connect your staircase to the rest of your home, our team is here to guide you.
Here’s what they’ll help with:
- Selecting in-stock remnants or mill styles
- Choosing binding or edge finishes
- Coordinating delivery and installation timelines
- Making sure your project is complete before guests walk through the door
Let’s Make It Happen Before the Holidays
Whether you’re refreshing a hallway, finishing your staircase, or finally adding that rug you’ve been thinking about all year, there’s still time to get it done—and we’re here to help.
Visit our Newton or Stoughton showroom to browse materials, view the remnant wall, and get ideas from our team. Or email us at info@carpetworkroom.com to schedule a consult.
Let’s make your home feel finished, festive, and ready to welcome everyone this season.
