Q: Do you install a bathroom vanity before or after flooring?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;re doing a full bathroom remodel, the flooring will go in before the vanity and any other bathroom cabinetry. This will ensure that the same floor is present across your whole bathroom should you ever tear out your vanity and start again. </p><p>If you can only budget for one or the other, you can still replace just the vanity in your bathroom. Just keep in mind that if you decide to replace your flooring later, you&rsquo;ll need to tear out the vanity to avoid having mismatched floors.</p></div>

Q: What is the best material for carpet?

• <div><p>It depends on what&rsquo;s important to you. For instance, if you&rsquo;re looking for the lowest-priced carpet material, consider polyester. Alternatively, you could go with olefin (also known as polypropylene), another synthetic carpet material that costs about the same as polyester. Otherwise, if durability is the priority, nylon or wool would be a better choice. </p><p>Not sure what you need? A <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/carpet-installation/">local carpet installer</a> can explain the difference between various carpet types and help you decide what&rsquo;s best for your home.</p></div>

Question 1

What types of carpet are available?

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Cut pile, loop pile, and textured carpets are options. Choose based on comfort, durability, and style.

Question 2

Does bamboo flooring increase your home's value?

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As a durable, attractive, and eco-friendly flooring option, bamboo flooring can increase your home’s value. With that said, the condition of your floors can affect the resale value of your house. If they’re in poor shape or don’t look like they were installed by a professional, it can negatively impact how buyers perceive your property.

Question 3

Do you install a bathroom vanity before or after flooring?

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If you’re doing a full bathroom remodel, the flooring will go in before the vanity and any other bathroom cabinetry. This will ensure that the same floor is present across your whole bathroom should you ever tear out your vanity and start again.

If you can only budget for one or the other, you can still replace just the vanity in your bathroom. Just keep in mind that if you decide to replace your flooring later, you’ll need to tear out the vanity to avoid having mismatched floors.

Question 4

Do flooring companies recycle old carpet when it's replaced?

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Some flooring companies recycle old carpet after replacing it. The broader flooring industry has been moving toward recycling more carpet material. However, whether an individual carpet gets recycled is up to the flooring company that removes it. When gathering quotes for new flooring in your area, ask each company about removal options and what they do with the material.

Question 5

What is the best material for carpet?

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It depends on what’s important to you. For instance, if you’re looking for the lowest-priced carpet material, consider polyester. Alternatively, you could go with olefin (also known as polypropylene), another synthetic carpet material that costs about the same as polyester. Otherwise, if durability is the priority, nylon or wool would be a better choice.

Not sure what you need? A local carpet installer can explain the difference between various carpet types and help you decide what’s best for your home.