Carpet

[2jaysmom]

I need your help.

I am about to get my carpets changed but have no idea of what to get. I dont have an extensive budget - I want something affordable, durable, and of course nice looking.

I have a consultant coming in to give me quotations which will give me an idea of budget but I dont know what type of carpets to stay away from or what to look for.

Your suggestions are appreciated.

Thank you

[wandaweberg]

Re: Carpet

Let me preface with - I am by no means an expert.

However, based on my experience with carpet purchasing, I would recommend getting the plushest padding you can afford. Whatever it’s called that goes underneath the carpet.

That’s what I would “do over” if possible.

Hope this helps in some small way.

[2jaysmom]

Re: Carpet

Thanks Wandabe - but what about the carpet? Berber? what kind would you suggest?

[7777]

Re: Carpet

me like berber inna de den and bedrooms..
wish I had dun dis..

[seemiyah]

Re: Carpet

padding is good but be careful that if you are getting the thickest padding your doors may not be able to open and close properly. I just did my carpets 3 months ago, I got regular padding and one of the doors drags on it now I can't imagine what would happen if it was thicker.

My other advice is when you visit different stores look at the quality too when comparing the price, cause it might be cheaper but the carpet looks cheap too. I got mine from Home Depot I told them give me the carpet people put in their house when they sell it, I am pleased.

[RichD]

Re: Carpet

doors easy to shave down ...go with the thick underlay ..it will help you carpets last longer..plus make a less expensive carpet feel a lot plusher

[2jaysmom]

Re: Carpet

Thank you guys.

I had a consultation with Empire carpets yesterday and it went okay. I want to have another estimate to make a decision. I like the Berber, but it is not advisable with young kids because it snags easily. I think I may settle on the Frizee(sp). I want to have something to compare with Empire but I also want to check out the route of Home Depot or Lowes or one of those home improvement stores.

Thanks for your help.

[dahjah]

Re: Carpet

maybe forget carpet and see if laminate is in your ball park

[WitchyOoman]

Re: Carpet

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: RichD</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
doors easy to shave down ...go with the thick underlay ..it will help you carpets last longer..plus make a less expensive carpet feel a lot plusher </div></div>
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Easy to shave a bit off door bottoms (or tops). Carpet (and it's underpadding) - one hopes - will last a loooooooooooooooong time!