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it's not difficult, but it's a lot of labour work.
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* {5 l$ {4 l6 z# ^6 Z& o9 l+ Ryou should always remove the old top layer for a number of reasons. . }4 d- i- g" b
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
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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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- n* U9 w8 N% Z) U* [ s" kinstalling 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.
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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. % p6 ^, g, d* z& }% l4 h. U
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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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