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>

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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 is the best underlayment for carpet on concrete?

• <div><p>The best underlayment for carpet on concrete is a sponge rubber underlayment. This type of carpet padding is durable enough to endure wear and tear on hard concrete yet soft enough to provide comfort underfoot. It also creates insulation from sound and temperature, providing warmth despite the concrete&rsquo;s cold surface.</p></div>

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 carpet installation take?

• <div><p>Installation typically takes 1-2 days, depending on the area size and preparation needed.</p></div>

Q: Will installing carpet over carpet affect the warranty of the new carpet?

• <div><p>Installing carpet over carpet may affect the warranty of the new carpet. Check with the manufacturer or retailer regarding their warranty policies. Many warranties stipulate specific installation guidelines, and installing carpet over carpet may not comply with these requirements. Voiding the warranty due to improper installation methods can leave you without help in case of issues or defects with the new carpet.</p></div>

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Podhola Construction does amazing work in a very timely manner. Very experienced, knowledgeable, affordable and friendly.
Podhola Construction LLC
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Reviewed in October 2012
Everything went very well from start to finish. He made everything available to me before he started construction, samples of carpet, flooring, fixtures, granite, cabinets, paint, decking, siding etc. Everything was built and finished top notch and kept within my budget range. I would recommend...
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Reviewed in December 2008
They made a mistake on the billing, but we caught it they were eager to straighten it out. I believe it was an honest mistake. We didn't compare prices but with one other company.
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Reviewed in March 2011
Contacted R & W concerning purchase and installation of flooring in our; kitchen, laundry room and family room. We were not sure which direction to go; bamboo, hardwood, porcelain, ceramic or a combination. Discussed our thoughts with the owner and he offered to come to our home, get some...
R & W CARPET GALLERY
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Reviewed in August 2012
They gave us an estimate for getting the carpet in all the rooms of our house stretched. They did a very thorough job and the carpet looks and feels much better. They underestimated the amount of time it would take to do the job, probably because they ran into some issues with all the seams in...
B & J Enterprises
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Reviewed in September 2012
The folks at Skaug Brothers were great. I really felt like I was their only customer even though I wasn't. I had water damage and improper install for my floor and shower and they came in, gave a fair estimate, used quality materials and service providers. I would highly recommend them to anyone.
Skaug Brothers Carpet One Floor & Home
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Reviewed in May 2013
They are very good. The explained things very well and price everything out forth. I had it in paper everything before fully ordered it and so hopefully within this next week either end of this week or first of next week they should get it to be installed.
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Reviewed in July 2014
They gave us what we thought was a very competitive quote. Once we had the agreement, they ordered the materials. The materials came in relatively fast and when they were there, they scheduled the installation. They sent a man out who did an exemplary job. He worked for only about 6 hours a day...
Bill's Design Carpet One Floor & Home
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Reviewed in February 2013
We need to replace some carpet so we went the McCrories. We spent some time with May Graves who gave us excellent advise and showed us all our options, which were many. They installers came out on the appointed day and spent less time then was estimated to install carpet in our living room and...
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Arvid's Interiors and Design - Abbey Carpet

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Arvid's Interiors and Design is locally owned and has been serving Chehalis and the surrounding communities since 1976. We offer all types of flooring including - carpet, luxury vinyl plank/tile, laminate, tile, and hardwood. Tile for showers and quartz surfaces. Window treatments, specifically Hunter Douglas. Custom draperies and upholstery, with hundreds of fabrics to choose from.

"Overall, the process went very well. The front office and the work teams communicated with us each step along the way. Through a back order and trying to coordinate plumbing, electrical, construction and the finishing crew things came together nicely. The work crew almost felt like family while they remodeled our kitchen. They followed up quickly after the job was completed to check on some questions we had. Our experience was very positive. Thank You."

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"Overall, the process went very well. The front office and the work teams communicated with us each step along the way. Through a back order and trying to coordinate plumbing, electrical, construction and the finishing crew things came together nicely. The work crew almost felt like family while they remodeled our kitchen. They followed up quickly after the job was completed to check on some questions we had. Our experience was very positive. Thank You."

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