Is it easy to remove carpet on stairs?

• <div><p>Taking carpet off stairs is an easy but multi-step process you can usually do yourself. If you have the right tools, time, and oomph to finish the job, removing carpet from stairs can be an easy-to-medium difficulty task, depending on your stairs, the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/4-types-carpet-fibers.htm">type of carpet</a> installed, and how willing you are to get your hands dirty. It’s important to review the process, gather the right tools before you begin, and follow a tutorial or directions while you work.</p></div>

What color carpet goes with everything?

• <div><p>Carpets in earthy, neutral shades should go with everything. Specifically, colors like beige, cream, and gray pair well with other neutrals and more vibrant colors. If you’re concerned about your carpet clashing with your walls or furniture, stay away from loud colors and complicated patterns, which could distract from the rest of your decor.</p></div>

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Q: How do you install carpet without a stretcher?

• <div><p>The knee kicker tool that attaches carpet to tack strips offers some stretching capabilities, so you can use this and your own arm strength to stretch out thinner carpets across a room. But you should buy or rent a stretcher for the best possible carpet application. If you don&rsquo;t want to buy or rent a stretcher, it may be worth it to skip the DIY and leave this job to the pros or risk shortening the life of your new carpet by installing it without a stretcher.</p></div>

Q: How long does commercial carpet installation take?

• <div><p>Most projects take 1-3 days, depending on space size and complexity.</p></div>

Q: Can I install the carpet myself?

• <div><p>DIY carpet installation can be challenging, requiring precise measurement and cutting skills. Missteps can lead to uneven surfaces or premature wear, so thorough preparation and knowledge of proper techniques are essential.</p></div>

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Reviewed in February 2012
They took the old carpet out, laid the new padding and the new carpet. They were real good and I didn't have any problems with them. They were here at my place as they said, they would. I would use their services in the future.
HOME DEPOT INC
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Reviewed in August 2015
We had a toilet overflow which caused our carpet to need to be re-stretched. Very few companies do this work. I called a carpet place that put us on a list for 3 weeks out and for $225.00. It was a very small repair. I called 45-CLEAN Carpets and they came in 2 days for $130.00. They were...
45-CLEAN Carpets
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Reviewed in May 2011
RAYS INSTALLATION AND THE OWNER ARRIVED ON TIME ON WEDNESDAY AND WENT OVER THE DETAILS AND PLAN OF ACTION WITH ME. I POPPED AT THE WORK SITE TO CHECK ON PROGRESS AND TO SEE IF THEY NEEDED ANYTHING, ROBERT ONE OF THE WORKERS WENT OVER THE PROGRESS WITH ME AND ANSWERED ALL MY QUESTIONS. THE NEXT...
Ray's Installation Service
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Reviewed in May 2013
They are very creative, professional, and very reasonable on price as well. I would never have anyone else do work on my house in the categories that they do work in. I have a showroom house and am very pleased with the work that they have done.
K & W Interiors
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Reviewed in September 2013
Choosing what to do... They were Wonderful!! From day one! Sara came and helped us choose the right floor it took a couple days and samples, but she came with the exact thing we wanted ( I think she knew all along). She really has a Great Eye for design. We have a lot of different woods in...
MAC CHEYNE'S CARPETS PLUS INC
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Reviewed in September 2012
Big Street said they could provide me with workers to complete a couple of remodeling jobs on a house I own. I live elsewhere and wanted to get the work done in a short amount of time when I was in town. There was a bit of delay and mix-up in getting someone out to the location when I arrived...
BIG STREET CONSTRUCTION, INC
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Carpet Installation questions, answered by experts

Taking carpet off stairs is an easy but multi-step process you can usually do yourself. If you have the right tools, time, and oomph to finish the job, removing carpet from stairs can be an easy-to-medium difficulty task, depending on your stairs, the type of carpet installed, and how willing you are to get your hands dirty. It’s important to review the process, gather the right tools before you begin, and follow a tutorial or directions while you work.

Carpets in earthy, neutral shades should go with everything. Specifically, colors like beige, cream, and gray pair well with other neutrals and more vibrant colors. If you’re concerned about your carpet clashing with your walls or furniture, stay away from loud colors and complicated patterns, which could distract from the rest of your decor.

The knee kicker tool that attaches carpet to tack strips offers some stretching capabilities, so you can use this and your own arm strength to stretch out thinner carpets across a room. But you should buy or rent a stretcher for the best possible carpet application. If you don’t want to buy or rent a stretcher, it may be worth it to skip the DIY and leave this job to the pros or risk shortening the life of your new carpet by installing it without a stretcher.

Most projects take 1-3 days, depending on space size and complexity.

DIY carpet installation can be challenging, requiring precise measurement and cutting skills. Missteps can lead to uneven surfaces or premature wear, so thorough preparation and knowledge of proper techniques are essential.

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