Light grey sits well in nearly every bedroom. Beside a white bed it looks soft and bright, with dark wood it gives a gentle contrast. It is easy to restyle around. Bedding can change every season and still match. Even a bold patterned duvet will look calm next to it, because the grey takes nothing away.

Soft underfoot on cold mornings. Vacuum with a low setting and no brush, so the long strands do not tangle. Blot fresh spots before they dry. That is the trick.