Replacing Carpet
I am going to replace the carpet in my coach. I am going to take out the old carpet and use it for a template. Has anyone replaced carpet doing it this way ? How did it work out ?
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I pulled all my carpet after taking out the 3 captains chairs, the sofa and booth seats. Replaced with inexpensive vinyl peel and stick tile to please the DW. I did leave the bed support in and cut around it, leaving the old carpet underneath since it hadn't seen any use and no fade or stains.
From experience>>
For prep: Don't use the old carpet. Remove everything you can, then sit on a rolling creeper-type seat to save your knees while you pull 10,031 staples with a screwdriver and pliers. Or get your wife to do it. LOL
For installation: Pay some carpet guys who know what they are doing.
A suggestion: Consider a DIY layer of stick-on soundproofing mat prior to carpet pad. Road and drivetrain noise will be greatly reduced. Will also serve as a water resistant barrier in case of a plumbing problem, open window during rain etc. Many cheaper alternatives to Dynamat will do the same job at lower $$$. Money well spent and zero $$ maintenance.
Good luck and have fun
From experience>>
For prep: Don't use the old carpet. Remove everything you can, then sit on a rolling creeper-type seat to save your knees while you pull 10,031 staples with a screwdriver and pliers. Or get your wife to do it. LOL
For installation: Pay some carpet guys who know what they are doing.
A suggestion: Consider a DIY layer of stick-on soundproofing mat prior to carpet pad. Road and drivetrain noise will be greatly reduced. Will also serve as a water resistant barrier in case of a plumbing problem, open window during rain etc. Many cheaper alternatives to Dynamat will do the same job at lower $$$. Money well spent and zero $$ maintenance.
Good luck and have fun
