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it's not difficult, but it's a lot of labour work.
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you should always remove the old top layer for a number of reasons. ! M0 p( f/ A) H
1, it is possible to grow mould underneath the new top layer if you don't remove the old top layer! M: P; E- q! o
2, it's very difficult to lay it evenly flat all across. V( W' O6 Y9 I1 m3 e& E
3, it's very hard to anchor it down with the baseboards, etc Y) B+ i: [7 H
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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.. u2 z5 o7 ^& B3 M }, ^
. `9 ^9 K% h7 N( v+ g' |" P& |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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' }: a' i# B& j( Kend 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.
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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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