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Carpet Padding Roll Size
| Updated July 17, 2023 | Published May 21, 2022

The standard width of a roll of carpet padding is 6 feet, and typically a roll will contain a length of 45 feet. This means that one standard roll of carpet padding will cover a space measuring 270 square feet.

Do Carpet Installers Include Moving Furniture
| Updated August 1, 2022 | Published May 20, 2022

The answer to this is not quite as simple as ‘yes’ or ‘no,’ and for this reason, it is important that you discuss with your carpet fitters beforehand what they are prepared to do.

How to Move Heavy Furniture on Carpet
| Updated August 26, 2022 | Published May 20, 2022

There are a number of techniques you can employ to move heavy furniture across carpet so that it doesn’t cause any lasting damage. Here we look at the various ways this can be achieved.

Can You Use a Carpet Cleaner On a Mattress
| Updated July 14, 2022 | Published May 16, 2022

If you want to freshen up your mattress, you might be wondering what the best way to go about this is, and many people consider using a carpet cleaner. Here we look at whether carpet cleaners are suitable to use on mattresses and what other cleaning strategies you could use.

How Long Does Carpet Installation Take?
| Updated January 18, 2024 | Published May 15, 2022

And depending on whether you want furniture and floor removal, how big your project size is, the type of carpet you choose, and how many installation crews you need, it can take from 1 day to several days to finish.

7 Best Tiles for Living Room Floor
| Updated October 17, 2022 | Published April 17, 2022

But when you think of flooring tiles, it is usually the kitchen or bathroom that comes to mind. However, tiles will look just as good in the living room as they do in any other room. This low-maintenance flooring option can give your living room a refined style – provided you choose the right kind of tile.

Diamond Plate
| Updated August 4, 2022 | Published April 4, 2022

When working on new projects, you might find yourself looking for materials that offer various qualities, such as slip-resistance, to use on flooring surfaces. One popular surface material is diamond plate, which can be used in a variety of applications. Here we investigate the best uses for it, along with its pros and cons.

Types of Mahogany Wood
| Updated January 18, 2024 | Published March 13, 2022

Mahogany is a popular type of wood, especially for flooring and furniture making, but there are a variety of different trees that produce so-called ‘mahogany’; some of them belong to the true mahogany genus, and some do not but are still sold under the name of ‘mahogany.’ Read on to learn more about mahogany, its qualities, and the trees which it is sourced from.

Types of Redwood
| Updated August 7, 2022 | Published March 13, 2022

Redwood is a type of softwood that has a variety of uses. It comes from three species of trees which are all evergreen coniferous trees. Here we look at the various types of redwood, their qualities, and uses.

Types of Ash Wood
| Updated February 5, 2024 | Published March 13, 2022

Ash is a hardwood that is known for its strength and durability, as well as its flexibility. Ashwood can come from various different ash trees, as there are over 40 species in existence, which are mostly deciduous, though a few are evergreen. Ash is considered by many woodworkers as a lower-budget version of oak. Here we look at different types of ash wood, what it is used for, and where it comes from.

What Colors Does Floor Epoxy Come In
| Updated October 19, 2022 | Published March 7, 2022

If you’ve made the decision to install floor epoxy in your garage or workshop, then you are probably wondering which colors you can choose from. Here we look at various options for epoxy flooring and which color represents the best choice for particular settings.

Types of Teak Wood
| Updated August 4, 2022 | Published March 7, 2022

Teak wood is produced from the teak tree, botanically known as Tectona grandis. It is a very sought-after type of wood since it is naturally weather-resistant and therefore makes for excellent garden furniture and other outdoor uses. Teak is also commonly used for interior decor, such as flooring, countertops, and paneling.