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it's not difficult, but it's a lot of labour work.1 b$ G( [; ]) b: c, r3 l4 i3 S
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you should always remove the old top layer for a number of reasons.
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" T0 s$ G, T3 Y/ k8 C+ e2, it's very difficult to lay it evenly flat all across
* Z# m. r- V9 N8 k% K3, it's very hard to anchor it down with the baseboards, etc
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' M2 @" B) w R4 [9 f Zthe 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.4 t. I; }0 e1 _: A3 f7 ?4 [5 U2 i% J
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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.
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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. # r+ H4 u1 ? q4 d0 _; N
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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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