Carpet Underlay Buying Guide
Carpet underlay is essential. As simple as that!
I’ll explain why a superb carpet won’t be great without equal underlay. Indeed, it’s the support structure for your carpet. Thus, I created this buyer’s guide for underlay. It’s everything I know, I’ve researched, and I’ve experienced with carpet underlay. So, read this guide to ensure you don’t pay for features you don’t need. But more importantly, read it to ensure you don’t miss any parts that could make your carpet a financial mistake.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
⚫Importance of carpet underlay
⚫Why the most dangerous thing you can do is blindly trust the salesman
⚫Why do many people choose the wrong underlay thickness
⚫The correct underlay density for your carpet
⚫Pros and cons of every type of underlay
⚫The best underlay for exceptional cases like cat urine and more
⚫The expected cost of underlay
Carpet Padding Underlay Types
Foam carpet underlay: Density is typically 2-5 lbs.
Frothed foam underlay: Density should be 12+ lbs for durability.
Rebond carpet underlay: Density is 5-10 lbs. Go for a minimum of 6lb if durability is essential.
Synthetic fibre underlay pad: Usually rated in ounces but may be rated in pounds. If durability matters, go for at least 30 oz and preferably 40 oz+ (or 7.5+ lbs).
Waffle rubber underlay: Go for a minimum of 64 ounces. Furthermore, 90 oz is preferred.
Slab rubber underlay: Usually comes in 18-22 lbs. However, I prefer 21 lbs+ for durability or close to 100 ounces.
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Regular vacuuming and carpet cleaning are essential to your carpet health. For instance, as recommended by the carpet manufacturers, truck mounts hot water extraction compliance, referred to as steam cleaning, is the best cleaning method. Therefore, phone the expert carpet cleaners; we work in compliance with the code of CPP30316 for Certificate III in Cleaning Operations, Auckland Steam n Dry Services South Auckland Central City CBD, North Shore, East, West Auckland, and Hibiscus Coast on 0800 783-266 or email us.
In addition, Graeme Stephens, an IICRC-certified – 2001 Master Restoration Technician, provided the above carpet underlay buying guide information. For professional carpet cleaners, Auckland Steam n Dry Services. Phone 0800 110 282 or email us.
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UPDATED LAST: October/13/2023 BY GRAEME STEPHENS