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it's not difficult, but it's a lot of labour work.
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* E: G3 c1 m: C7 A' |you should always remove the old top layer for a number of reasons. * O$ k" U# m0 m7 l" T A
1, it is possible to grow mould underneath the new top layer if you don't remove the old top layer
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3, it's very hard to anchor it down with the baseboards, etc, ^4 Z: J% V3 ~! H
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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.
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! ~( W5 y2 I) zinstalling 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.3 [6 Q7 ?' L6 s3 z8 y
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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 $750 all in. 2 V: P) G; y0 Z4 X% i$ p
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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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