Which Way To Lay Carpet Padding

In this video i share a few quick tips on how to install carpet padding and which side of the carpet padding goes up.

Which way to lay carpet padding.

Carpet padding is typically sold in rolls containing 270 square feet of padding. Now it is time to install the carpet pad. Most carpet padding consists of polyurethane foam the same stuff that s in furniture mattresses and even car seats. Carpet typically comes in 12 foot widths which makes a roll of carpet heavy and hard to handle even for an average sized room of 12 feet x 12 feet.

Carpet padding is usually a foam underlayment specifically designed for installation under broadloom carpet. Whether it s cushioned back carpet for a basement or plush carpet and pad for a living room here is some general information to help you understand how to lay carpet in place.