When its time to replace the carpets in our homes, we immediately consider a wide variety of things: style, color, pattern, thickness, durability. Yet one thing we don’t consider at all (at least until the flooring consultant asks us about it) is the carpet cushion.

Even though you can’t see the carpet cushion, it is equally as important as the carpeting itself. It’s the carpet cushion, not the carpet itself, that will ultimately determine how the carpet feels beneath your feet, and how well it will wear over the coming years.

Overall, carpet cushion:

• Absorbs the impact of foot traffic
• Helps extend the life of your carpeting
• Helps protect your carpets against wear
• Preserves the look and feel over time
• Can improve sound and reduce noise in your room
• Can make it easier to keep your carpets clean and maintain

Carpet cushion matters; but don’t think that the thickest pad or the most expensive one on the market is the best. There are many things to consider when purchasing carpet cushion.

Look for a cushion that is right for you. There are many levels of cushion – hard to soft – and the ultimate feel should be a personal preference, and a choice made depending on what room it will be placed in. Carpets in bedrooms may be soft and luxurious, versus a family room with high traffic may provide a little more support.

You don’t have to have the same cushion in every room in your home. Every room has its own needs and its own level of usage. Provide the right materials for the location.

When you have a choice, put your money into the carpet cushion instead of the carpet. People tend to stretch to purchase the best carpeting they can, then reduce the cost on the cushion. In reality, the opposite should occur. An upgraded cushion will extend the life of your carpets and make them wear better overall.

When selecting carpet cushion, don’t judge based on tiny squares of material. Place it under the carpet sample and walk on it. Take your shoes off and see how it really feels. You’ll be surprised at the differences, and discover very quickly just how important carpet cushion really is.

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