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Avatar for SUNSHINE CARPET CARE
SUNSHINE CARPET CARE
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Serving Pontiac, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Pete really knows what he's doing! He was punctual and thorough in his work. He did an excellent job on my carpet and cleaning my sectional sofa. My townhome looks like new again. I am pleased and will definitely hire him from now on!"
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+7

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
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Epic Floors, LLC
4.9(
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Carpet - Install

Serving Pontiac, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

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"We were very pleased with the outcome in our basement with the new carpeting. Their service was excellent along with the install of carpeting. I highly recommend Unique Floors Inc."
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+61

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Floors by Michael
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Carpet - Install

Serving Pontiac, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1951

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The choice of floors was excellent. The The salespeople were very informative and patient. The installers did expert work. The office people were helpful. Every one of these people were pleasant. We are completely satisfied."
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Avatar for In and Out Floors, LLC
In and Out Floors, LLC
3.6(
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Carpet - Install

Serving Pontiac, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We loved the pitch of the salesman who sold us on getting new carpet. But, the lack of communication caused us to think twice about ever hiring them again. To our surprise, they reached back out to make amends and went above the call of duty."
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate97%
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Carpet Installation questions, answered by experts

No, thick carpet padding isn’t necessarily better than thinner padding. The appropriate padding thickness will depend on the type of carpet and the amount of foot traffic in the area. 

For example, thick padding works well in low-traffic areas, like bedrooms, where you have soft and plush carpeting. However, thick carpet padding can damage low-pile carpet, which is used in the busiest parts of your home (like hallways and entryways). For that reason, it’s best to use thinner, heavier padding underneath carpet in high-traffic areas.

There are a couple of color options to consider when installing carpet in high-traffic areas (like entrances and stairways). Medium-toned colors and patterned carpets can work well in these parts of your home because dirt and stains can blend in easily. Dark carpets will also conceal marks and spills, but they show lint and other light-colored debris. Consider a medium brown or tan for your high-traffic areas. Either way, it’s best to avoid paler shades, like white and cream, which get dirty easily.

Many DIYers and pros start installing flooring in the middle of a room to ensure a balanced, symmetrical layout, especially when using tiles or planks. This process is particularly helpful in odd-shaped rooms because it allows you to create a centerline from which to work. Beginning in the center will enable you to work toward the edges so the final layout feels intentional and centered, even if the walls aren’t perfectly square.

If you have a concrete subfloor, you must secure the carpet padding with adhesive or glue. However, if you have a wooden subfloor, use staples instead. Removing a glued-down carpet can be difficult and time-consuming, so it’s best to avoid glue when possible.

Carpet glue is very sticky, but it's not permanent. The glue usually lasts as long as a typical carpet installation, which is five to 15 years. For the best results, you should always use the right type of carpet glue for the area you're using it in. There are carpet glues for high-traffic areas, which are more high-quality and durable than others.

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