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it's not difficult, but it's a lot of labour work.0 [3 k* K% n% E, Y# H3 J5 q
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you should always remove the old top layer for a number of reasons.
+ u7 |$ l P- q: W- h1, it is possible to grow mould underneath the new top layer if you don't remove the old top layer& \! Y$ W6 P0 v/ T+ X
2, it's very difficult to lay it evenly flat all across
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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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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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5 X+ E% R) H- q. v- a2 {1 l# ?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 $750 all in. 0 _" v6 [% E0 h$ B* X% I
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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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