In theory, high-quality carpet underlay can last for up to 25 years – but the older it gets, the less effective it becomes. The design of this tool is fantastic, with a square edge just right for carpet tucking and a rounded edge helpful when working on stairs. You can assess the affordability of a few different products and choose one that fits your personal budget. With this in mind, it’s usually a good idea to invest in new underlay each time you replace your carpet or laminate.

For more information on how to lay carpet and use these carpet tools correctly, it may be worth checking out our step-by-step beginner’s guide.Our extensive range of carpet tools are suitable for both domestic and commercial use and can be used to fit carpet in any room. If you are replacing your laminate flooring - as part of a makeover of your property, or to replace poorly installed or poor condition laminate flooring - removing the old laminate flooring and fitting the new one can be a DIY job. Whether you’re looking to update a lounge, hallway, bedroom, reception area, or office environment, we have everything you could possibly need – with the perfect carpet laying tools to suit both your specific carpet or underlay style and your budget. If at any time you are dissatisfied with these “Satisfaction Guaranteed” products, we will provide an equally valued replacement. Even if you have no previous experience in this area, most new carpet underlays are relatively easy to fit – especially if you use the right tools and guidance.

This can be achieved by carefully measuring the room and using the accurate flooring calculator above to work out the total surface area. Rooms come in all different shapes and sizes and, to make sure that it fits easily into the desired area, it’s important to get your carpet measurements right.Not only does it enhance the look and feel of your new flooring, it also improves the level of underfoot comfort. OLFA blades undergo an advanced production process that results in excellent sharpness and long life. If you are laying a new floor covering, such as carpet or linoleum - it’s a good idea to look at the subfloor's condition - take some time to repair the subfloor if required or t simply sort out any bumps or imperfections. For example, to ensure the installation runs smoothly, it’s important to make sure you have enough carpet underlay for the job. As long as you’re prepared and have the right carpet fittings tools, the job will be done in no time.

Some products may be delivered straight to your door from one of our suppliers and these products will be labelled within the product description. First and foremost, a high-quality carpet kicker – such as the Roberts Professional Extendable Knee Kicker – is an absolute essential. Toppus Group Flooring Tools Supplies is there to provide flooring supplies and services to the independent trades person. It is used to press and hold carpets in the gully at the gripper rods whilst the main body of the carpet being stretched is re. You’ll also need a sturdy hammer, a stapler to hold the carpet in place, carpet shears, and a sharp carpet knife – allowing you to cut and trim the carpet edges precisely and create a fantastic finish.Underlay is a vital part of any carpet or flooring installation - but it’s essential when laying carpet. It acts as a shock absorber, protecting the carpet from daily wear and tear and extending its lifespan by up to 50%. This can be used to stretch the carpet into place, removing any unwanted lumps and bumps, whilst also making the process of installation much simpler. The Rolling Carpet Tucker allows the professional installer to tuck 5 times faster than conventional methods.

The Carpet Tucker is a multi wheeled carpet tucker that allows the carpet fitter to adjust the wheel depth based on the carpet being fitted. This will guide you step-by-step through the process and offers lots of useful tips and advice on how to achieve the best results.Crain 152 Stair Tool for use in the aiding of installation of carpets by tucking the carpet at the perimeter edges, or stair treads. As well as all of this, we also aim to offer technical support provided by not only ourselves but, our current suppliers. First of all, retail flooring needs to look good - and it needs to be tough enough to look good for a long time in service.