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I'm getting ready to replace carpet in a room that has had little traffic. Is new padding required? Can the tack strips be reused?
Wendy at September 8, 2008 11:56 AM
Posted by: Wendy at September 8, 2008 11:56 AMHi Wendy,
Maybe and maybe......... depends on what condition the carpet pad is in. If it's still holding together well and springs back after stepping on it, it might be ok. Really hard for me to tell you for sure since I can't see & feel it. As a general rule though, it's usually a good idea to replace the carpet pad, unless the old carpeting is relatively new. (like a couple years old)
Tack strips can be reused so long as the tacks aren't bent over.
Good luck!
The Flooring Lady at September 8, 2008 10:50 PM
Posted by: The Flooring Lady at September 8, 2008 10:50 PMI, in the process of replacing just about every floor in my house. I installed hardwood in some areas tile in others and some areas with carpet. My question is, the hardwood is 3/4" and the tile with new subfloor is about 1/2", I was thinking it would be a good idea to lay down a layer of 1/4" subfloor on the areas that will be carpeted to help with the floor height but Im not sure if in the end with carpet installed it'll end up being the height I expect it to be. Any advice? How high is carpet after its installed?
Kevin at September 19, 2008 06:57 AM
Posted by: Kevin at September 19, 2008 06:57 AMHi Kevin, It's always a good idea to have the floors an equal height before hand. So, yep, probably a good idea to put down that 1/4" subfloor. ;~) Kudos to you for using your noggin.
The Flooring Lady at September 20, 2008 02:17 PM
Posted by: The Flooring Lady at September 20, 2008 02:17 PMHi, my name is Alecia, I was curious on what you would put in between doorways because I have tiles in my kitchen and I am about to get carpet in my living room. What would I do to divide the two different floorings? Do you have any suggestions? Thank you.
Alecia at October 5, 2008 07:03 PM
Posted by: Alecia at October 5, 2008 07:03 PMHi Alicia,
You'd need something along the lines of a piece of t-molding or a reducer. It depends on if the floors of the two rooms are the same height or not. If you go to your local home improvement store and already know which one you'd need, they'll be able to help you.
The Flooring Lady at October 6, 2008 08:27 AM
Posted by: The Flooring Lady at October 6, 2008 08:27 AMI just bought a carpet padding, high grade, with an odor eater film attached to one side. The pad is 1/2 inch, the film is blue. Which side goes down?
Kim at October 25, 2008 02:54 PM
Posted by: Kim at October 25, 2008 02:54 PMHi Kim, If it's Carpenter Co.'s Odor-Eaters Carpet Cushion System then the film goes on the top.
From their website: "The system combines two bonded cushions with a spill-proof laminate film that prevents liquids from saturating the cushion where they can harbor odors and damage the subfloor. The laminate is treated to release natural enzymes that eliminate odors. The second part of the system is Odor-Eaters Odor and Stain Remover for Carpet, sold in a 32-oz. spray bottle. It treats spills at the top of the surface that don't penetrate the carpet backing. An easy way to quickly clean spills and keep your carpet looking beautiful."
The Flooring Lady at October 25, 2008 10:52 PM
Posted by: The Flooring Lady at October 25, 2008 10:52 PMI have concrete floors and driving a masonry nail in is next to impossible for me. What can I use to hold the threshold strip to the floor that will hold the carpet at a doorway?
Amy at November 14, 2008 07:56 PM
Posted by: Amy at November 14, 2008 07:56 PM
Hi Amy, You could try using some sort of flooring adhesive. Do you have anybody who can nail the threshold strip for you?
The Flooring Lady at November 15, 2008 08:12 PM
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