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I'm pondering the exact same thing right now, and once we're ready, we're leaning towards carpet. We've had hardwood for a year and while I love the look, the cleanability and the classic nature. BUT, if yours is at all creaky like ours, I'm hoping carpet will tone that down a bit, and we have hardwood EVERYWHERE else in our house, i just really want a little softness under my feet at times. And really.... it's not like you eat every meal in the bedroom, it's not going to get that dirty. I just really don't understand getting brand new hardwood and THEN a huge rug to cover it all up... defeats the purpose. While carpet is often looked down upon for allergies and dust, at least it keeps it out of the air right? (a decent vacuum should do the trick of taking these away but don't go rub your face in the carpet!). Hardwood IS easy to clean, but does require it to be done OFTEN. Also know that carpet has come a LONG way, you can buy carpet that's been treated with Stain Master and an undercushion that is 'antimicrobial'. Good luck... in the end remember that they both have ups and downs and whatever you want under your feet in the morning will be your best option. Oh as for matching... I if you try to match, it'd probably come close, but never be the same.

Stella's soiree suite is SOOo beautiful! You have great taste, I really want you to win... vote people, VOTE for STELLA!!