What do you put under carpet on stairs?

• <div><p>It’s a good idea to install a rug pad under the carpet for your stairs. To make the pad fit, you’ll need to cut one section for each stair tread that’s about one inch narrower than the stair runner so that it won’t be visible once the carpet is installed on top.</p></div>

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>

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Q: What do you put under carpet on stairs?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s a good idea to install a rug pad under the carpet for your stairs. To make the pad fit, you&rsquo;ll need to cut one section for each stair tread that&rsquo;s about one inch narrower than the stair runner so that it won&rsquo;t be visible once the carpet is installed on top.</p></div>

Q: What are common reasons carpets need stretching?

• <div><p>Bumps, wrinkles, or detachment often require stretching for smoothness.</p></div>

Q: How do I install carpet padding?

• <div><p>Installing carpet padding is mostly a matter of measuring the room and cutting the carpet pad to size with a utility knife. You can save some money on <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/carpet-installation-cost-and-advantages.htm">carpet installation costs</a> by doing it yourself. Before installing the carpet padding, you should install the tack strips around the room&rsquo;s perimeter and prepare the subfloor by cleaning and making any necessary repairs. Then, unroll the carpet pad and cut sections as needed. Staple the carpet pad to the subfloor along the edges, leaving the tack strips exposed.</p></div>

Q: What are floor transition strips called?

• <div><p>Transition strips are often called seam binders as they bridge the gap between two floor types. They are common between carpeting and hardwood or wood and tile. Transition strips prevent trips and falls and make the transition from each room appear seamless. They are also often used to even out height differences between floors.</p></div>

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The most professional flooring installers. I hired to complete flooring install after having to terminate two other flooring installers. I'm more than pleased with the quality of the work and plan to use them for future projects.
Phane Flooring and Construction
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Reviewed in May 2016
The service went quicker than expected, finishing the work a day earlier than planned. I was kept updated and shown progress throughout the process. The floors are beautiful now. The mess left from the sanding was far less than I expected.
Sims Hardwood
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Reviewed in January 2016
came in pulled carpet and layed down living room and dining room and hallway with hardwood flooring
C & A CARPET
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Reviewed in April 2015
I have had three very bad painters and one good painter in the past, so I was a little scared of calling someone to repair my kitchen ceiling. I chose Mr. Tadlock from his good reviews on the List. He responded to my phone message the same day. He came out very soon to look at my kitchen. I...
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Reviewed in December 2014
We originally hired T to inspect some soft spots in our kitchen floor which turned out to be the result of a long standing leak in the plumbing under the house. T worked with us to come up with the best plan of action to keep within our budget. He and his team replaced the plumbing under our...
Iley B Virtual Home Design
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Reviewed in July 2014
I am okay with them. They did all the work putting the lines on the ceilings and floorings. They did some circle lights around the house that when it turns dark, the light comes on and when the sun comes out they go out. They were thorough with their work.
MB Electric Co Inc
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Reviewed in March 2014
The door job and floor job went well. The price was fair. It was average. Overall, his job was an 8. I'm pleased with the quality.
Lowe's
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Reviewed in February 2014
They broke a PVC pipe in bathroom and flooded into my bedroom and ruined the bamboo floors. The owner said he would make it right and now he will not answer my phone calls or messages.
Granite Genius
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Reviewed in February 2012
They charged me a lot for nothing. They came over an hour late with no cleaning supplies. The two girls who came were very inexperienced and didn’t do what I asked. I asked them to mop the kitchen floor and bathroom floor, they didn’t do either. They just went through my cabinets and asked...
Joy's Unique Cleaning Service
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Reviewed in August 2011
The heat pump in a second home I own had to be replaced. In addition one floor of the 2 floors it served never had a return air duct. My options and questions were promptly explained and answered They were very good about accommodating my ability to be at the home when they came both for the...
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