Is underlay necessary for a wooden floor?
Ever heard of the saying ‘a job well begun is a job half done’? Before you start to install a new wooden floor, there are certain steps that you should take to get the best results. The most crucial of which is to invest in wooden floor underlay – such as that available at the Carpet Underlay Shop. Here we take a look at some of the main reasons why wood underlayment is so important. Better laying surface Wooden flooring ‘floats’ on top of the subfloor. It isn’t secured in place with nail...
How much should carpet underlay cost?
Just paid for a luxurious new carpet? Or bought high-quality wood flooring for your home? Underlay may seem like an unnecessary extra. After all, the last thing you want right now is more expense. But it’s important to consider the benefits this ‘extra’ can provide. It’s an essential long-term investment and, as long as you shop wisely, the cost of carpet underlay shouldn’t break the bank. What is the average price of underlay? The price of carpet underlay is calculated per m2 and – dependent...
The top 3 wood floor underlays
Type ‘wood floor underlay’ into a search engine and, we guarantee, you’ll be bombarded with thousands of results. There are so many different products to choose from. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the choice and most people are left wondering – which underlay should I buy? When customers come to us with this question, we try to keep our advice as simple as possible. The right wood underlayment for you will depend on the nature of the wood, its intended location and the condition of the sub...
Thermal underlay – can it improve the efficiency of your home?
As we head into the winter months and the days get colder, we start to rely more and more on central heating – which, of course, is bad news for the bank balance! Energy prices are on the rise and, in an attempt to cut back the bills, being ‘efficient’ is at the forefront of most people’s minds. But did you know? One of the easiest ways to improve the energy efficiency of your home is to invest in thermal carpet underlay – such as that available at the Carpet Underlay Shop. The insulating pow...
Is it time to buy new carpet underlay?
So, you’ve just bought new luxury flooring for your home. When it comes to installation, you pull back the old carpet and see the carpet underlay that lies beneath. Does that need replacing too? This is a question we get asked quite a lot, here at Carpet Underlay Shop, and our answer is very simple. Yes – you should invest in new carpet underlay almost every time you lay a new carpet. The only exception is if the current underlay is less than 12 months old or in excellent condition. You may t...
Best underlay for vinyl, wood or laminate underfloor heating
When it comes to picking the perfect underlay for your floor, we understand it can be a daunting decision to make. At the Carpet Underlay Shop, we only supply the best of the best, so - when the time comes for a flooring upgrade - you can be confident you’re in safe hands! Whether you’re fitting vinyl, wood or laminate flooring, you will need a good quality underlay to guarantee you get the most out of your application. But, when underfloor heating is involved, choosing the best underlay beco...
Different Types of Underlay - What is Best For You?
There are many different types of underlay to choose from here at Carpet Underlay Shop. Whether you are looking for underlay for your carpet or for your wooden and laminate flooring, we have many carpet underlay types which provide an ideal solution for everyone. In addition to this, we also supply the underfloor heating underlay which can assist with efficient heat transfer. Different underlay types will be required for different flooring and different rooms, so each will require a unique so...
5 Reasons to choose Carpet Underlay Shop
Needless to say, when it comes to choosing the right carpet underlay, it can be daunting. It’s understandable that you want to make sure that you choose the right underlay- without paying over the odds. Furthermore, we want to make the whole process as easy as possible, that's why we have a handy carpet and laminate flooring measuring calculator - taking the stress out of figuring out how much carpet underlay you need. Here at Carpet Underlay Shop, we strive ourselves on delivering a serv...
How to Choose the Right Carpet Underlay
Choosing carpet underlay is a decision that requires careful consideration. Rather than making any hasty decisions, Carpet Underlay Shop recommend you think about several factors to ensure that you choose the underlay that’s best suited to the environment it’s required for. Within the home, every room will need a unique solution. The shape of the room, size of the room and type of underlay you need will vary meaning you’ll have to match the underlay to the room type. To help you to decide, co...