Carpet with its own built-in foam underlay is much easier to lay than carpet which has a separate underlay. No gripper strips need to be fitted, underlay does not have to be cut or fitted and no stretching of the carpet is involved.
If a timber floor is level enough not to need a hardboard covering [...]

The big plus for carpet tiles is that if one tile gets damaged, it can easily be replaced. Also, most carpet tiles are washable, so are ideal for use in a kitchen, bathroom or child’s room. As an added bonus they are easy to lay.
Usually carpet tiles are squares of bonded needlefelt carpet but you [...]

The way you lay a carpet depends on whether or not it has a foam backing which acts as an underlay. Foam-backed carpet is laid straight on to the floor, usually with a paper underlay, and secured by double-sided adhesive tape with no stretching. Unbacked carpet needs a separate felt or rubber underlay to be [...]

Carpet is a very popular way of covering floors. Luxurious and warm underfoot, it is quiet can be colourful and adds considerably to the warmth of a room. There are many different types of carpet on the market. They vary greatly in their construction, material and style, and your choice will depend on various factors.
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The hall carpet and landing carpet should be laid first. Where the landing meets the stair banisters, turn over the edge of the carpet, so that the fold fits neatly against the banisters, and nail carpet tacks through both thicknesses. Take the flap allowed for the first riser over the top nosing and push the [...]