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it's not difficult, but it's a lot of labour work.
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8 k' p, G2 y& oyou should always remove the old top layer for a number of reasons. * a3 g! S* R& @; ^6 w( R2 h1 Z
1, it is possible to grow mould underneath the new top layer if you don't remove the old top layer2 q5 Q% u* \+ i- L
2, it's very difficult to lay it evenly flat all across
% w$ f/ n5 h9 b$ Q3, it's very hard to anchor it down with the baseboards, etc" P( k0 n" N5 S9 K
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the 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.# H _* ~7 ~3 v+ \
# A( a k5 w/ ^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.& o9 X' n5 K- L* ]8 b% k7 l
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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.
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0 _: X8 G3 B) F2 V6 I# @& v" v m* Qultimately, 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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