Browse Forums Flooring & Floor Covering 1 Sep 25, 2009 1:39 pm Hi to our resident experts - I see on the forums that you all suggest Prime is the best underlay and Im not saying it is not but for some of us that want a softer feel to their carpet under foot, what would you recommend? I want a quality underlay but Prime may not give me the soft feel I want in the bedrooms. We are buying Redbook carpet in the Flinders range and want a quality underlay - but maybe not Prime, although this may be good for the study? Thanks for any advice and again, sorry to be starting a new thread when there are many already. Cheers, Lee Re: Sorry - another question about underlay 3Sep 26, 2009 12:08 am We had our carpet (also Redbook) laid this week and l cannot believe how soft underfoot it is.....it's just divine! Everyone in our families has commented on how lovely and soft it is! I did look at the underlay and it was Dunlop but l can't remember the exact one. The carpet layer (of 27 years experience) said that it is the 2nd best underlay....he also said that the for the 'best' one didn't provide much noticible more benefit for the extra $$, so much so that Floorworld (Wodonga anyway) don't even stock it. Royal Blue....I don't remember seeing 'Excellay'...l'm positive it was two words. Is Excellay only what is known as? or is it a type of underlay which has different types of underlay in that range?...does that make sense?? Re: Sorry - another question about underlay 4Sep 26, 2009 12:53 am http://www.dunlopflooring.com.au/Commer ... cellay.asp The above is Excellay. The usual Dunlop underlay supplied would be the Springtred range. http://www.dunlopflooring.com.au/Reside ... -Range.asp You probably had Springtred Extra laid. Excellay is much better than any of the Springtred range. Better underlays are dense and low profile = Excellay or Bridgestone PRIME. Thicker softer underlays might appeal to you, but they are quite often more problematic. With a nice soft carpet, you can still enjoy the comfort you want. Ash. Re: Sorry - another question about underlay 6Sep 28, 2009 11:57 pm Hi Thorney, Glad you're happy with your carpets. NOT wanting you be otherwise, but just thought I'd clarify some comments about Springtred underlays... Sounds like you probably have Springtred Extra. The common consensus is this is a good quality domestic underlay offering a nice soft feel underfoot. It will probably give good service if the carpet was laid well. My main concern (and why I keep saying a firm dense underlay is best) is that a softer underlay allows more movement. With each step, the carpet and underlay compresses and then relaxes. This 'trampolining' places extra stresses on edges and seams. Also if its not laid tight, the carpet can develop rucks & ripples. Again, I'm not saying you will have these probs, but knowing of the potential means you can keep an eye on it. If you notice any puckering at edges, looseness or other issues, contact the contractor to have it restetched. Your warranty should cover this if needed. Cheers! Ash. Re: Sorry - another question about underlay 7Sep 29, 2009 9:37 am Thanks Ash, I understand that a soft underlay can cause movement and thus problems down the track ( l learn't that from this wonderful forum ) especially if the carpet is not laid properly to begin with. As our carpet was laid with a power stretcher and architectural smooth edge, hopefully that will go a long way towards preventing rucks and rippling. I suppose only time will tell Re: Sorry - another question about underlay 8Sep 29, 2009 8:26 pm In the bedrooms the traffic is usually fairly light and softer underlay should not pose too many issues. cheers Col Nation For information on caring for wool and other carpet and upholstery go to www.woolsafe.com.au Re: Sorry - another question about underlay 10Sep 30, 2009 9:24 pm Hi Ash , I'm looking forward to catching up with you on the Gold Coast next week. It should be fun talking nothing but carpets for a few days. cheers Col Nation For information on caring for wool and other carpet and upholstery go to www.woolsafe.com.au Re: Sorry - another question about underlay 12Oct 09, 2009 6:33 pm I too have just had Redbook carpets laid with Dunlop Ultimate underlay and its fabulous underfoot. I wouldn't scrimp with cheaper underlay. Arfur Re: Sorry - another question about underlay 13Oct 28, 2009 6:56 pm we have upgraded to Bridgestone gold underlay. Carpet was laid in a day when we werent at the house. Imagine our surprise/anger when some of the carpet has had to be pulled up and we notice they used black (basic) underlay! why is it so hard to get honest tradies these days?? apologies to the honest ones but we are having a bad run Re: Sorry - another question about underlay 14Oct 28, 2009 10:26 pm the mont we have upgraded to Bridgestone gold underlay. Carpet was laid in a day when we werent at the house. Imagine our surprise/anger when some of the carpet has had to be pulled up and we notice they used black (basic) underlay! why is it so hard to get honest tradies these days?? apologies to the honest ones but we are having a bad run Suggest you go back to the retailer with contract in hand and demand you get what you paid for. Ash. Hi l plan to install a self adhesive vinyl plank floor. l first need to attach masonite boards underlay to by plywood subfloor of my house. What size nails and how many… 0 8356 Jimbo73 I would use heaps of adhesive on each sheet and screw rather than nail. use as many as you like cheers Simeon 1 4043 Hi, Apologies - I know there is plenty out there on this but struggling to put together the puzzle. We're planning our garage/external laundry to master bedroom and… 0 10922 |