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it's not difficult, but it's a lot of labour work.% A J! _& Z: N- A2 F( E1 |
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you should always remove the old top layer for a number of reasons.
; F/ s3 Y" V+ ?* m5 h6 x1, it is possible to grow mould underneath the new top layer if you don't remove the old top layer! O9 K2 Y! L2 E/ T$ w
2, it's very difficult to lay it evenly flat all across. W7 \0 [5 l* z- k
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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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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+ }- C% x! p" o6 V1 a+ ~* H) lend 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 $750 all in. , U4 d% c) c. A& M0 h$ @- X F
" r) h/ M. f) _( Pultimately, 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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