I have a floor outlet under my machine tables, which is wonderful. I have rocker switches on them, so I can turn the machines on with my toe. Another vote for the dedicated iron circuit. I have very short, cream carpet that shows every pin and thread. I ran tests on a sample beforehand, dropping pins and needles from various heights. The downside is that it always looks like it needs vacuuming, with everything dropped on it. I would have gone with my second choice, Marmoleum, if we had animals.
hugs,
Charlotte