Budget Carpet Ideas

Commercial Cut-Loop Carpets

• Carpets come in different sizes, colors, designs and materials. If you are looking for an economical and durable carpet, look for a commercial cut-loop design. It looks and feels like velvet, which feels good to walk on with your bare feet. Commercial cut-loop carpets are sold for about $7 per yard as of April 2011. The installation is done by gluing it to the concrete floor, and the carpet can last for about 25 years.

Carpet Remnants

• Find out if your local carpet dealer is selling remnants, which are leftover roll of carpets that were left unordered from other customers and are sold at a discounted price. If you are carpeting a smaller room, you can choose to purchase carpet remnants. Carpet remnants are sold for $300 per roll or may be less, depending on the quality and pad thickness.

Wholesale and Direct Buying

• Just as most purchases work, buying carpets in bulk will help you save more. If you want your home to be fully carpeted, you can get a good deal from a carpet wholesaler who can also provide you with installation services.

Secondhand Carpets

• The option of getting a secondhand carpet may be tedious but cost effective. You have to be patient in looking for a secondhand carpet that is reasonably priced and still in good condition. You can also ask the local stores if they offer guaranteed carpet installation. Most of the time, if customers were dissatisfied with the carpet, the local store will pull the carpet out and sell it at a discounted price.