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It is generally not a recommended procedure. The abrasion of carpet on carpet will cause both layers to wear prematurely.
Certain types of glue down carpet can be installed over existing glue down carpet. Check the manufactures installation instructions. I do agree that installing stretch in carpet over existing stretch in carpet is not a good idea.
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How do you install and stretch carpet?
do you need a power stretcher to install a carpet or can you ues a knee kicker
Cheap Carpet?
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Shaw Carpet?
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How do you install carpet squares on a cement floor?
We decided to do a carpet design in the playroom using carpet squares. What is the best way to install carpet squares on a cement floor?
Carpet for Stairs?
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What are the advantages of carpet kickers?
Carpet kickers, or knee kickers, are used to install a fitted carpet. They help to install the carpet more tightly and flat than would be possible otherwise.
How do I remove a metal carpet threshold that has no screws or nails to install a wider threshold to cover where the cat frayed the carpet?
You probably have the kind that clamps down on the edge of the carpet. It started out as a V. the bottom part is nailed down, the edge of the carpet is inserted and the top half clamped down to hold it. There are hooks on the bottom half that grab the carpet. To remove it, pry up the top half, hold back the carpet and pull up the strip.
Do you need a license to install carpet?
yes
I need someone to install my carpet who thought?
Empire carpet and flooring is a good company that will install quality carpet for a good price. Their phone number is 1-800-588-3200 and their website is www.empiretoday.com
Is it a good idea to buy carpets for wooden floors?
There is no reason not to install carpet over wooden floors. If you want to learn how to do this, visit the DIYNetwork website. Once on the page, type "How to install carpet over hardwood flooring" into the search field at the top of the page and press enter to bring up the information.
Can you install carpet over concrete in a basement?
Yes you can.
Does it cost more to install carpet as opposed to tile flooring?
By the foot, carpet is about $2 & tile is about $5.
