Q:I have a plain, off-white area rug that I want to dress up a little. I got the idea from a home improvement show where they used paint for the same purpose, but I don't remember the details such as what kind of paint they used or how they were able to completely cover the area desired without having the paint bleed into the rest of the rug. Anyone done this before? Tips?

I think you should use dye instead of paint. It is a rug after all....

Q:Water from a faulty air conditioner dripped onto a small area of the fitted carpet in our bedroom. The patch is no longer wet, perhaps slightly damp, but the smell is horrible. Any advice please. Changing the carpet is not an option.

If you have decided to let the carpet dry in place you can get borax powder and work it into the pile of the carpet and then let it sit for a few hours. Then you can vacuum it up. Most of the smell should be gone. Any residue just helps fireproof the carpet. Lysol spray disinfectant will stop further mold formation. Febreze will help. A portable fan directed on the area will help a lot.

Q:The price of household carpet is about a few yuan per square meter. Different types of household carpets have different prices. In terms of categories, the production methods are different, which can be divided into machine-made carpet and manual carpet. Machine made carpets include tufted carpets, woven Wilton carpets, woven akeminster carpets, and hand-made carpets include hand-made carpets and hand-made spear carpets.

"1、 According to its material, it can be divided into pure wool carpet, chemical fiber carpet, silk carpet and plastic rubber carpet Pure wool carpet, also known as wool carpet, has fine wool and natural elasticity, which can be quickly restored to its original state after being pressed; It is made of natural fiber, without static electricity, not easy to absorb dust, and has natural flame retardancy. Pure wool carpet has exquisite patterns, elegant color, not easy to aging and fading, and has the characteristics of sound absorption, warmth preservation and comfortable foot feeling Chemical fiber carpet, also known as synthetic fiber carpet, can be divided into nylon, polypropylene, polyester and acrylic. The most common and commonly used is nylon carpet, which is characterized by strong wear resistance and overcomes the shortcomings of pure wool carpet that is easy to corrode and mildew; Its pattern and color are similar to pure wool, but its flame retardant and antistatic properties are relatively poor Silk carpet is rarely produced and sold in China, and the price is expensive. The newly developed scalded carpet jointly developed by Shanhua group and Japan has a special treatment process, which feels like mink and has the appearance and feel of silk carpet Plastic or rubber carpet is called hydrophobic carpet, which is also a very common kind. It is waterproof, anti-skid and easy to clean. It is usually placed in shopping malls, hotels, housing gates and bathroom rooms 2、 According to the surface fiber carpet, it can be divided into three kinds: loop pile carpet, cut pile carpet and loop cut pile carpet The yarn of the loop pile carpet is clustered on the main bottom cloth to form an irregular surface effect. Due to the compact cluster rod, the loop pile carpet is suitable for areas with frequent trampling. It is not only wear-resistant but also convenient to maintain. Cutting the loop of the loop pile carpet forms the cut pile carpet. The appearance of the cut pile carpet is very flat, The appearance and feel of cashmere have also been greatly improved. At the same time, it also integrates the appearance and service performance well, but it is not as good as the ring cashmere carpet in terms of wear resistance. The ring cut cashmere carpet, as its name, is a combination of cut cashmere and ring cashmere 3、 According to the weaving process, it can be divided into manual carpet and woven carpet Handmade carpets are made of high-grade wool and are woven manually. The carpet weaving work needs to wrap two circles and make a knot on each warp of the carpet, so the woven carpet is exquisite and strong. Woven carpets also have two kinds of woven carpets and tufted carpets, each with its own characteristics. Woven carpets apply the handmade carpet process to mechanized production, so that the carpet structure is relatively firm, and the designs and patterns are rich; Tufted carpets are made by planting velvet on the base cloth Carpet classification seems complex, but these aspects must be taken into account when purchasing carpets, so we should understand them Due to the rapid development of family decoration in the direction of high grade and high quality, the styles, colors and patterns of various hand-made and woven wool carpets can meet the needs of different consumers from different angles. The selection of carpets should mainly start with the overall effect, and pay attention to the harmony with the indoor environmental atmosphere, decorative style, color effect, furniture style, wall beautification, lamps, etc."

Q:i can put carpet over a wooden floor cant i??

Yes, I worked in a carpet store for 8 years and what we told customers is to have it loose laid meaning get a roll that doesn't need seaming and can go right under the molding around the walls if you don't want the carpet tacks to mess up the wood. If you're not concerned about that then just have it laid over the floors. Best wishes

Q:How much would a carpet cost to buy and install 12 x 12

Depends on the cost of the carpet per yard which is how most carpet is sold. 12' x 12' is the equivalent of 16 yards of carpet, You also need to buy pad if the old pad is worn (its probably as worn as the carpet you are replacing), Go to your local carpet store and get per yard prices for the carpet you like. As a general rule, for the basic no frills in-stock Home Depot variety carpet, I would figure approximately $9-$10 per yard and about $2-3 per yard for pad (I know prices vary but thats a rough idea). Around $200. As for the installation - you will have to call around to find out the per yard price to install because it varies depending on where you are located.

Q:Carpet is worn to padding something black under the carpet its showing and landlord is cheap and doesn't want to fix anything. Exterminator told landlord a year ago it needed replaced but landlord ignored. My kids and I have to wear flip flops in the house because this carpet is nauseating. I was going to buy a carpet cleaner but im not wasting my money or time on this carpet. Been here 8 years and carpet was here before I moved in.

yes,i believe every 5 yrs.

Q:I want this skanky carpet gone. How difficult is it to take out, and what does it entail...?Note- hardwood floor underneath...in good condition.Thank You.

I'd like to add one important step to this very good list of answers. PROTECT YOURSELF Wear a HEPA respirator, or for God's sake at least a dust mask, because you are releasing years of hazardous particulate accumulation into your family's home. Mold, bacteria, skin cells, spill solids, you name it - will be floating around the house for hours after your done. If it's not too cold, push air out one window while pulling in from another.

Q:Grr Overstock wont ship here so i had a 8x10 ft rug shipped to my Moms house...from there I was going to pay to have it shipped here to Guam. But no Fedex wouldnt ship it and UPS either the dementions are either too small or too big. =( then i got hopeful bc a neighbor said OKorder ships here. So I got all excited when I found the same exact zebra print rug on OKorder... but of freaking course it cant be ship[ped here....can someone just bring me a dern black and white zebra print rug ? =( I now have island fever.

Cut it into smaller pieces and carry it home yourself then carpet glue or tape it back together. Why not use the local product - Guamanian striped and zoned in black. Why kill yourself over a dumb rug?

Q:I just recently moved and the carpet in the bedroom is brown. I don't have the money to replace it, but I would like to brighten it. I can tell at one point it was a very dark brown and has lightened up over time. I would like to know how to darken it without having to replace it yet. Is there a way to darken it?

It would be less expensive to replace the carpet, using a carpet remnant available from a specialized carpet store. Take your room measurements with you and look around. These carpet stores are anxious to sell these remnants and will take a reasonable offer on them. Nylon carpet is perhaps the easiest carpet to dye and going from a light color is the best choice when dyeing this fiber. Olefin carpet cannot be dyed. Polyester carpets, made from recycled plastic bottles is relatively inexpensive to begin with and is, in my estimation and experience, not worth dyeing. If you follow through with the replacement, carefully examine the carpet pad to see if it to should be replaced. Removing the old carpet and pad is relatively easy and something you can do your self with a utility knife. Cut it in smaller pieces from the backside to make removal easier. If you shop for a remnant, make an offer they cannot refuse.

Q:I'm on a tight budget, so I can't afford an area rug. But I'd like one in a half-moon shape with my bed on top. Would there be any problems making a sort of decorative-rug out of fabric from someplace like Jo-annes? Just sew and go, right?And if there's not some glaring oversight I'm missing in that idea, what sort of fabric? Upholstery? Outdoors? Quilting?

Check used items ads in your area for quilting fabrics, rugs. Also, Habitat for Humanity ReStores is a good source. Good Luck