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it's not difficult, but it's a lot of labour work.% \7 v6 S) M1 Y5 _9 T
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you should always remove the old top layer for a number of reasons. 6 ]# j9 p( M; @
1, it is possible to grow mould underneath the new top layer if you don't remove the old top layer2 d7 M- g. l7 E5 W- H+ p
2, it's very difficult to lay it evenly flat all across0 J/ s; a* B( x7 v8 o+ x0 [0 }
3, it's very hard to anchor it down with the baseboards, etc
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8 e* o5 T+ H9 F) lthe 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.1 R1 K# y7 \: i, N5 T4 x- q7 l1 b4 F
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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.- [6 J7 j J" g- g. k, U
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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. + p# a' m& x; c& q
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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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