Why does padding stick to the floors?

• <div><p>There could be several reasons why your carpet padding has adhered to the floor. Some of the most common reasons include:</p><ul><li><p>There was intentional gluing or stapling to the surface.</p></li><li><p>The polyurethane and floor bonded over years of wear.</p></li><li><p>Pet urine, spills, or other substances leaked through the carpet and created a sticky surface.</p></li></ul><p>If the carpeting in the home has not been changed in a long time, clearing off the padding underneath could be difficult. Pet urine can wreak havoc on carpeting and the flooring underneath. If you plan to reinstall carpeting, remember to use proper cleaning techniques for <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-get-smell-pet-urine-out-carpet.htm">removing pet urine odors</a> to prevent future problems.</p></div>

Do you glue down carpet padding?

• <div><p>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. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-remove-glued-carpet.htm">Removing a glued-down carpet</a> can be difficult and time-consuming, so it’s best to avoid glue when possible.</p></div>

Does carpet make a room warmer than laminate?

• <div><p>Carpet is an effective natural insulator, so it will make a room slightly warmer than laminate. The material’s insulating properties also make carpeted rooms more efficient for temperature regulation.</p></div>

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Q: What is the best color carpet for high-traffic areas?

• <div><p>There are a couple of color options to consider when installing <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-choose-carpet-high-traffic-areas.htm">carpet in high-traffic areas</a> (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&rsquo;s best to avoid paler shades, like white and cream, which get dirty easily.</p></div>

Q: How do I choose the right carpet for my space?

• <div><p>Choosing the right carpet involves assessing room usage, desired comfort levels, durability requirements, and stylistic preferences. Carpet fiber types and density should also be considered during the decision-making process.</p></div>

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Reviewed in December 2023
Excellent installation and timely completion. Highly recommend.
D.R. Electric
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Reviewed in July 2017
Todd did an excellent job cleaning the carpets in a home we just purchased. Carpets look and feel new again. I would highly recommend him for your flooring needs.
Almost New Floor Cleaning
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Reviewed in March 2017
Marie and Nick were very nice and professional. They took extra time to clean the l problem areas I pointed out, as well as others they found. My 23 year old carpet looks great!
Greenway Carpet Care of Boone
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Reviewed in November 2016
Leo was prompt, helpful, clean and organized. He did a great job on our bathroom floor and our carpeting. I highly recommend his services and would use him again.
Flooring Specialist LLC
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Reviewed in May 2015
We visited Munday Hardwoods to select from among the flooring options. They were very helpful. The price was very competitive and we decided to move forward. The showroom visit was on a Friday and the hardwoods were installed the next Friday. Materials were delivered to acclimate to the...
MUNDAY HARDWOODS
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Reviewed in December 2013
Cleaned carpets - great results on tired old carpets.
Heaven's Best Services
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Reviewed in October 2013
The arrived on time. Helped me and my husband move some furniture, and then began a step by step process that he explained in detail.; and began to work in the living room. I also had an oriental rug on top of the carpet in the dining room, and he cleaned that too. Carpets were finished and...
Palmetto Carpet & Tile Cleaners
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Reviewed in August 2013
Mike prepped our floors and installed hard wood flooring in our home. We had removed the old tile and the cement flooring under the tiles had had some mastic (?) applied to it to allow the tile to be secured. Mike applied a coating on the cement floors to allow the hardwood flooring to be...
Mike Giddens Inc
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Reviewed in May 2013
Midway Carpet & Tile were excellent. The sales person was very knowledgeable and she led me to the right direction, she led me to a pet carpet that I have never heard of. They were very helpful. The installation people were clean and they were very careful with the paint as my walls were newly...
MIDWAY CARPET & TILE
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Reviewed in November 2012
I went to Midway Carpet Distributors, Inc. in Newton, NC on a recent Saturday and spoke with Jane Travis about replacing the carpet in my three upstairs bedrooms, the upstairs hallway and the stairs themselves. I chose three different carpet types and we made an appointment for Jane to come to...
MIDWAY CARPET DISTRIBUTORS INC
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