I would do carpet runners if you have hardwoods.

I would only carpet the hallway if I were also carpeting the rooms off of the hallway; just carpeting a hallway would look weird and probably be more expensive than just buying a few long rugs.

Anonymous wrote:Old Victorian- I would say hardwood floors and a runner

+1

A real carpet/flooring store will likely have a selections of remnants that will be cheaper. With the small square footage, you likely won't get a break on the installation charge but it shouldn't cost more than $500.

I recommend a light neutral as it won't show dirt and lint and it's not likely you'll have food spills to worry about.

Old Victorian- I would say hardwood floors and a runner

Can't help you on the install but wouldn't it be easier to get a really good rug pad and get some long rigs that for the space? With a rig pad they won't slide around (there are thick wool rug pads that make the rug soft underneath).

Why carpet in a hallway?

Is this expensive to do? What color would you recommend with kids but would also fit in an old Victorian dc rowhouse?