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it's not difficult, but it's a lot of labour work.% y* i. \, \ d) G u
/ w6 Y1 b+ Z8 m0 e8 D$ u; uyou should always remove the old top layer for a number of reasons.
, ?& @: m4 y1 l- a1, it is possible to grow mould underneath the new top layer if you don't remove the old top layer S" _% n& I4 _7 w. y& d# i
2, it's very difficult to lay it evenly flat all across" n. w! b' x7 V* d6 @# p W
3, it's very hard to anchor it down with the baseboards, etc
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$ A4 g5 Y$ x) [0 _9 R& mthe old under layer can be removed or you can leave it in depanding on its condition. if you want to remove it, it's a lot of physical labour work.( P, m& `+ e2 x! m9 ]0 e
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installing the new carpet is very easy, but again it's a lot of physical labour. carpets are a lot heavier than most people think. plus, you'll need to do your own measurements, cutting, transportation of new/old material, etc.9 X3 X, p/ x3 L7 q9 C
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end of roll usually have good deals on material and labour to install carpets. give them a call to see if they can swing you a deal. depand on the size of your room and the grade of the carpet you're looking for, I'm guessing you can get away with less than $750 all in. 1 x& P# D3 @" j+ E( I" m9 }; ^
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ultimately, you have to decide if you want a professional look and feel or some quick and dirty fix. mix and matching small patches of carpet can be an eye sore in a long run. |
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