Carpet Underlay

Fitting a new carpet? Nine times out of ten, new carpet underlay is essential.

Here at Carpet Underlay Shop, we have a great selection to choose from, with something to suit all properties – whether large or small, commercial or residential. All of which will ensure your new flooring looks and feels its best and is as long-lasting, soft, warm and comfortable as possible. So why not take a look?

Browse the collection and place your order today.

A diverse collection of carpet underlay

We currently have six different types of carpet underlay to choose from, including:

• Polyurethane (PU) Foam Underlay– this is our most popular type of carpet underlay. It’s luxurious and comfortable, yet lightweight and easy to handle. If you want the best underlay, go for Plushwalk 12mm.

• Wool Felt Underlay– manufactured from 100% recycled material, this is a traditional and eco-friendly carpet underlay, which offers excellent comfort and sound insulation.

• Combination Felt Crumb Underlay– made from a combination of felt and rubber, this combines the advantages of both materials, creating a carpet underlay with a five-star rating for thermal insulation and durability.

• Rubber Underlay– available in waffled or flat profile, sponge rubber carpet underlay may be a little old and out of fashion now but is still popular.

• Crumb Rubber Underlay– ideal for areas that experience heavy footfall, particularly in commercial properties. It offers all-round heavy-duty protection for your carpet.

• Double-stick underlay – perfect for sticking carpet securely in place and recommended for commercial or high footfall areas.

The right carpet underlay for you will depend on where you intend to install it and what you want it to achieve. Most are suitable for both commercial and domestic use, but be sure to check the product information and choose an underlay that meets your exact needs and requirements.

As one of the largest online suppliers, we offer underlay by a wide range of leading manufacturers, including Wilsons Underlays, Royale, Cloud 9, Duralay, and Tredaire, to name just a few. We also stock a vast range of carpet underlay accessories. So whatever your needs – whether you’re looking for something super cosy and comfy to walk on or suitable for use with underfloor heating – we have the ideal solution.

Why should I invest in carpet underlay?

Carpet underlay can offer a wide range of benefits.

Not only does it enhance the overall finish of your carpet, it acts as an effective shock absorber – protecting your new flooring from daily wear and tear, and as a result, helping to prolong its lifespan. This is particularly helpful in high-traffic areas.

By adding an extra layer between the carpet and subfloor, underlay also provides additional warmth and sound insulation – helping to reduce noise by up to 30%.

It may feel like an optional extra or perhaps an unnecessary additional expense. But for most projects, it’s a highly worthwhile investment. Without it, you’re likely to notice a significant difference in the final look and feel of your new carpet.

Which is the best carpet underlay?

Regarded as the industry ‘gold standard’, Plushwalk 12mm is the best carpet underlay currently on the market. In fact, it was recently named as a winner in the ‘Underlays and Accessories’ category of the 2023 National Flooring Awards.

Made from unique ‘bounce back’ memory foam, this impressive underlay excels in terms of its comfort levels, durability and performance. It offers excellent thermal insulation, with a 3.5 TOG rating. It can reduce impact and airborne noises by up to 49dB, and demonstrates unrivalled compression recovery of up to 92%.

It also benefits from an integrated damp-proof membrane, which helps to protect against moisture damage and maximise the lifespan of your new carpet.

Available for just £6.99 per m², it’s our no.1 recommendation for most projects.

A detailed overview of Plushwalk 12mm can be found in our blog.

Got a question about our carpet underlays?

If you’d like to find out more about any of the brands or styles available, or need a little guidance on the best carpet underlay for your requirements, you’re always welcome to contact us. Here at the Carpet Underlay Shop, we’re experts in all things underlay and happy to offer tailored underlay advice.

Either call us on 0203 887 0994 to discuss your requirements or send an email to sales@carpet-underlay-shop.co.uk and we’ll respond as soon as possible.

Not found what you’re looking for? We also stock a comprehensive range of underlays for use with laminate flooring, vinyl and underfloor heating. Take a look around and, for any further information, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.