James Dulley: How Foam-Backed Carpet Simplifies Installation

James Dulley: How Foam-Backed Carpet Simplifies Installation

Dear James: Several floors are pretty worn from the kids. I’m thinking of installing foam-backed carpeting. Can I can do it myself? Should I repair the old floors first before installing it? — Dawn C. Dear Dawn: Foam-backed carpeting should be as durable as professionally installed carpeting with separate padding. It should easily handle the wear and tear from children. When foam-backed carpeting is installed properly, it is beautiful and indist…