Baj Posted 1 January, 2010 Share Posted 1 January, 2010 Im moving into a new house in a couple of weeks and need to recarpet the lounge... and I've never had to do it before. I don't mind paying for fitting etc, but don't even know where to start looking. I saw allied carpets online, put presumably that's like going to Dixons for a PC when I could get the same thing from novatech for half the price? help! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bridge too far Posted 1 January, 2010 Share Posted 1 January, 2010 If you go to somewhere like Allied Carpets you'll have to pay for fitting. Sometimes, local independents will fit for free. That's certainly what we've found up here in darkest Oxfordshire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jillyanne Posted 1 January, 2010 Share Posted 1 January, 2010 Carpet Barn in Eastleigh (well Boyatt Wood) are good and their prices include fitting. The carpets are not cheap though unless you opt for an off cut of which they have loads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baj Posted 1 January, 2010 Author Share Posted 1 January, 2010 cool, thanks jill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saint_stevo Posted 1 January, 2010 Share Posted 1 January, 2010 there is a place near the bp garage in plaitford. Crusader carpets. Try them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norwaysaint Posted 1 January, 2010 Share Posted 1 January, 2010 Can you keep this sort of stuff to the buying and selling forum, cheers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exit2 Posted 1 January, 2010 Share Posted 1 January, 2010 Can you keep this sort of stuff to the buying and selling forum, cheers. mmmmm think you will lose out on this one matey! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RonManager Posted 1 January, 2010 Share Posted 1 January, 2010 After all, it's nice to have new carpet in the SWF lounge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scott_saints Posted 1 January, 2010 Share Posted 1 January, 2010 Carpet Barn in Eastleigh. My mate pretty much runs the place- good prices including fitting! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hamster Posted 1 January, 2010 Share Posted 1 January, 2010 Baj, iirc one of you mods is a carpet fitter, no? Look back throught he threads about 'steroids' or was it 'stair rods'? Anyway, have you considered sanding the floorboards? It is so much healthier (and by far the most hygenic) flooring solution especially if you've got youngsters and/or pets. Added benefit of fresh air circulating around. If you do go for carpets i would recomend having a proper stair carpet fitted with some sublime brass rods. hamster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickG Posted 1 January, 2010 Share Posted 1 January, 2010 got good deal from Wilton carpets in Hedge End - smaller shop opposite post office. Would recommend using s/emp carpet fitter and them to supply underlay - much better deal than all in package from big shops. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
for_heaven's_Saint Posted 1 January, 2010 Share Posted 1 January, 2010 got good deal from Wilton carpets in Hedge End - smaller shop opposite post office. Would recommend using s/emp carpet fitter and them to supply underlay - much better deal than all in package from big shops. Was going to recommend the same place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hamster Posted 1 January, 2010 Share Posted 1 January, 2010 My Dad hada good job done a few months back, they even moved heavy furniture from room to room for them. I'm seeing them later i'll get a number but you should always get at least two quotes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exit2 Posted 1 January, 2010 Share Posted 1 January, 2010 got good deal from Wilton carpets in Hedge End - smaller shop opposite post office. Would recommend using s/emp carpet fitter and them to supply underlay - much better deal than all in package from big shops. I used these for my lounge and games room carpet. Wouldnt say they are cheap, bur Mr H carpets in Bevois valley is good also Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Verbal Posted 1 January, 2010 Share Posted 1 January, 2010 Can you keep this sort of stuff to the buying and selling forum, cheers. I think you will find that this place is called The Lounge for a reason. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dog Posted 1 January, 2010 Share Posted 1 January, 2010 (edited) Give Captain Rugmuncher a call in Winchester, tell him I told you about him. You will get free fitting and a decent sh*g at half the price. Edited 1 January, 2010 by Dog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pugwash Posted 1 January, 2010 Share Posted 1 January, 2010 Baj, don't skimp on the underlay (assuming you're not having a foamback) - makes all the difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saint_stevo Posted 1 January, 2010 Share Posted 1 January, 2010 mate of mine is a fitter and gets hold of carpets as well. If u want his number drop me a pm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baj Posted 1 January, 2010 Author Share Posted 1 January, 2010 Also considering the laminate flooring route, thoughts on that as well? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bridge too far Posted 1 January, 2010 Share Posted 1 January, 2010 Also considering the laminate flooring route, thoughts on that as well? Or - even better - engineered wood! Fits like laminate but looks so much nicer. More expensive however. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dog Posted 1 January, 2010 Share Posted 1 January, 2010 (edited) Im moving into a new house in a couple of weeks and need to recarpet the lounge... and I've never had to do it before. I don't mind paying for fitting etc, but don't even know where to start looking. I saw allied carpets online, put presumably that's like going to Dixons for a PC when I could get the same thing from novatech for half the price? help! Ask your partner to make a decision for you, as he/she obviously wears the trousers in your home and doesn't need to consult a web forum to decide what he's having in his sandwiches every day. Thanks for the points Baj, but if you post such bullsh¡t, then expect a bit back. Happy New Year x Edited 1 January, 2010 by Dog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Block 5 Posted 1 January, 2010 Share Posted 1 January, 2010 there is a place near the bp garage in plaitford. Crusader carpets. Try them I know someone who works there. Do you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jillyanne Posted 1 January, 2010 Share Posted 1 January, 2010 Also considering the laminate flooring route, thoughts on that as well? Our whole downstairs is laminate and although healthier than carpet - shows up every spec of dust, needs sweeping at least twice a day and is very cold uness you get under floor heating. I would go with carpet if I were you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baj Posted 1 January, 2010 Author Share Posted 1 January, 2010 Ask your partner to make a decision for you, as he/she obviously wears the trousers in your home and doesn't need to consult a web forum to decide what he's having in his sandwiches every day. Thanks for the points Baj, but if you post such bullsh¡t, then expect a bit back. Happy New Year x I don't have a partner, dog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saint_stevo Posted 1 January, 2010 Share Posted 1 January, 2010 my dad fits laminate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint in Paradise Posted 1 January, 2010 Share Posted 1 January, 2010 I don't have a partner, dog. Baj has a boss ( a wife ) not a partner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gemmel Posted 1 January, 2010 Share Posted 1 January, 2010 Baj, If you are doing the whole house, ask for the manager when you get in and ask for additional discount over and above the offers. I was told to do that when I did the same and they didnt even blink and were happy to obliege. I can't remember how much it was, but it was a decent amount and certainly worth doing. That was at the carpet warehouse next to B&Q in Nursling Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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