On Sun, 14 Aug 2005 20:58:45 GMT, "PC Paul" wrote:

Hi

A friend has asked me if I can put a bit of carpet down in her hallway. It's
an awkward space with an L bend, 6 doors off it, an alcove etc.

Currently it's got several overlapping rugs covering the lino, and has had
for years. She's not lookign for a gold plated job, just very cheap and good
'enough'. The new carpet is a foam backed offcut

I've laid carpet and vinyl in simpler spaces no problem, already got a big
stanley knife (and hooked blades if needed).

Any tips for doing it right first time?

After my last attempt at the landing (6 doors) I swore never to
attempt it again. It was an absolute pig of a job. That was using the
latest 'felt' backed carpet. What IS fun and quite a pleasant job is
laying laminate flooring. Very satisfying when you tighten the cramps
and watch the join close up.

MM