THE FLORAL CARPET is making a comeback, the like not seen since Take That put aside their grievances and went back on the road. In fashion circles florals are a big summer perennial but it’s been a long time since they’ve graced interiors outside of well-placed accessories by cool kids Cath Kidston and Avoca. The carpet pictured at 46 Merton Road looks tired because it’s installed in an interior badly in need of a paint job.

That, coupled with the fact that the wallpaper is also floral, makes the end result very outmoded. In your mind’s eye replace the floral walls with a chalky neutral and on seating add large-scale floral accents in cushions and you have something that’s hip and cheaply chic. Axminster is the gold standard of floral carpets and is available from Arnotts (01-805 0400).