Fitting New Carpets and Offcuts

Carpets add a touch of luxury to any room, as well as reducing noise levels in the rooms below. Choose a grade of carpet according to the amount of wear and tear it will receive. Hallways and stairs need to be very hard-wearing but bedroom carpets can be lightweight. There are moisture-resistant grades available for kitchens and bathrooms. New carpets are expensive so fitting them is generally best left to a professional. However, using a remnant to cover a small floor, or cutting down a larger carpet to fit a new space, is well within the scope of the novice.