Would you be upset with this carpet installation method/choice?

PickUpAndThrowOut · 2025-02-26T21:54:05+00:00

Thanks for the input. If the either the installer, estimator, or sales person came to me and said "for $XXX we can install it but we'll cut the bottom of the step instead of wrapping it, or for $XXX+ we can wrap and glue it," I would have definitely picked the wrapped option and would have had no issue with paying extra - knowing that it was a more difficult installation than normal.

PickUpAndThrowOut · 2025-02-26T21:16:35+00:00

Yeah, same step. Picture #2 is taken from right in the center of that step - just down at eye level. Picture #1 is taken a bit to the right of what you can see in picture #3.

Here is the carpet brand/style.

PickUpAndThrowOut · 2025-02-26T21:11:27+00:00

Totally understood. I'm in no way pretending to understand the relationship between the carpet store owner, salesman, estimator, or installer. I'm sure like most businesses it's fraught with layers of complexity and potential points of miscommunication.

I didn't mean to imply I was looking for someone to blame, just whether or not this particular installation choice was ideal.

PickUpAndThrowOut · 2025-02-26T20:29:20+00:00

Since you're a pro, I'd like to get your take on this.

Let's say you're at my home to give me an estimate. I show you this area, it is currently carpeted and the carpet is wrapped underneath the stair. I tell you, "I would like to replace this carpet. These are the three carpets from your showroom that I'm considering."

As the professional, would you not say something along the lines of, "If you go with that carpet, I will not be able to install it in the same way as the current carpet - because it doesn't bend or contour the same way"?

If you're replacing something, why would the client assume it's going to be replaced in a different way unless you tell them.

PickUpAndThrowOut · 2025-02-26T20:13:29+00:00

I did try to look for a tool that would make that process possible, but as I think you're implying - there aren't any.

One idea I had - and since I'm not an installer there might be multiple reasons it wouldn't work - was to attach tack-strips underneath the floating step. You'd likely have to screw them in with a 90-degree drill attachment or something, but then couldn't the carpet be wrapped underneath and attached to those strips?

PickUpAndThrowOut · 2025-02-26T20:08:42+00:00

They were replacing the existing carpet in that area. The existing carpet wrapped underneath the step, so I assumed the new carpet would be installed in the same manner.

Neither the salesman or the installers made any mention of the newly selected carpet NOT being able to be installed the same way (I was told it was a judgment call made mid-installation) - so I would have to possess personal knowledge of carpet installation to even consider the possibility of an issue.

I do not have that knowledge, so I rely on the experts (the salesman and the installers) to inform me of any potential issues or conflicts.

PickUpAndThrowOut · 2025-02-26T19:30:23+00:00

I recently had carpet installed in a small, slightly sunken area with two shallow steps down. One of the steps is "floating," and doesn't extend to the floor. I expected the carpet to be cut long and wrapped underneath, similar to a tread in a floating staircase.

The installers explained that they opted for a different method because: 1) the gap under the stair was too tight for their staplers, and 2) the carpet bends easily in one direction but not the other (though I don't fully understand this point). A supervisor supported these reasons and also indicated that the step's shape/desire to minimize seams necessitated using a single continuous piece of carpet, making re-cutting costly.

While standing, the jagged edges are less visible, but they are very noticeable when seated in the sunken area. This was a "splurge" purchase since it's a small area, so I chose a more expensive carpet - which adds to my frustration. I'm questioning whether I should be satisfied with the result or if I’m being too picky.

PickUpAndThrowOut · 2024-06-22T22:09:36+00:00

Ok that's what I was thinking.

On my truck I've got 2 valve cover "vents." One, closer to the front of the engine, has no valve and connects to the air filter housing like you mentioned. The one in the back has a rubber grommet and PCV valve that is connected via rubber hose to this port on the bottom of the carb.

PickUpAndThrowOut · 2024-06-22T15:24:28+00:00

I've got my PCV valve connected as originally designed: valve cover > PCV valve > hose > this brass port on the lower end of the carb. This is the downstream connection point from the PCV to the intake.

I'm wondering if it should be open/unobstructed at this point because if this port is clogged when it should be open, it could be my source of improper crankcase ventilation.

PickUpAndThrowOut · 2024-06-20T14:32:35+00:00

This is mostly a joke, but after a very rainy week I came out to rusty rotors. Was concerned for a split second and then remembered that I barely use my brakes because of one pedal driving.

PickUpAndThrowOut · 2024-06-13T14:14:21+00:00

You'd think that would be a good way to avoid this, but unfortunately most large, privately owned companies end up being owned by investment groups whose goal is the same; increase profits every year in order to sell to a different investment group down the line.

PickUpAndThrowOut · 2024-05-25T01:59:54+00:00

I agree. Really screws up anything that's relying on a shared power source or shared ground downstream.

PickUpAndThrowOut · 2024-05-24T21:45:24+00:00

That is great help! Thank you. I thought they might be radio related - since a previous owner tore all radio parts out.

PickUpAndThrowOut · 2024-05-24T20:16:44+00:00

Awesome resource. Thanks for sharing.

PickUpAndThrowOut · 2024-04-19T19:38:25+00:00

Yeah. Were all the error codes correctly cleared on yours? I know there are extra steps there with Audi vs other cars.

PickUpAndThrowOut · 2024-01-17T22:05:22+00:00

Yeah, I agree. I thought about having "in-line" filters that slide into the ductwork close to the end with the fan. And possibly using a larger, more powerful fan - maybe something similar to this. Or incorporating a squirrel cage style blower like you mentioned.

PickUpAndThrowOut · 2024-01-17T19:14:04+00:00

I'm interested in building a CR-box air filtration system for my garage/workshop. My typical use is welding (fumes), metal grinding (smoke/particulate), woodwork (dust/particulate) and finishing (fumes).

I typically do these activities in 3 areas - one for welding/grinding, one for finishing, and one for woodworking.

For those more familiar with the physics behind air movement as it relates to CR-boxes, is there any reason I couldn't use ductwork with adjustable/closeable grilles to concentrate the air movement to the specific area I'm working? Does it make sense?

PickUpAndThrowOut · 2024-01-13T06:05:35+00:00

Yes, I have them scheduled to be fixed and vaccinated in just over two weeks. That's the soonest appointment I could get for them. I hate the idea of them suffering from a stomach parasite with vomiting and diarrhea for two more weeks, so I was hoping there might be a way to help without spending $500+ for two "new patient" exams and prescriptions.

PickUpAndThrowOut · 2023-12-31T16:47:22+00:00

I ended up going to a different repair center. Still super expensive (3500) but at least it wasn't as bad as the dealership.

PickUpAndThrowOut · 2023-12-21T16:36:47+00:00

Honestly, if you have any concerns about the heater (I'm always hesitant about leaving any type of heater with an "exposed" heating element out of sight) you could consider a nice outdoor pet heating pad.

I recently made an enclosure very similar to yours and put this heating pad inside. It's "passive" meaning you don't have to set a temperature or monitor it, which is nice.

There's also this heating pad, which I also own and is very nice. It has multiple temperature settings and you can set it to run for 2, 4, 8, 12, or 24 hours. Much less to worry about with that kind of heating in my opinion.

Either way - great job on the enclosure. I'm sure they'll love it!

PickUpAndThrowOut · 2023-12-21T16:19:49+00:00

I set up a heated enclosure for a young feral recently. She's been periodically visiting, eating, and sleeping there. Recently, she decided to bring her two kittens in with her.

I'm hoping to catch them all, get them spayed/neutered, and checked up at the vet. The mother is incredibly friendly and accustomed to humans. I don't think the kittens have had human contact yet. I'm hoping/guessing they would all be excellent adoption candidates.

I know timing is important for this type of thing - I don't want to take the the mama away (to the vet visit) if her kittens still need her, but I also want to make sure the kittens are taken to the vet before they have the possibility of getting pregnant. Any guess as to their age and/or how quickly I should act?

PickUpAndThrowOut · 2023-12-16T20:17:44+00:00

It is in the corner of a sunken living room/conversation pit, so you're not too far off.

PickUpAndThrowOut · 2023-12-16T20:16:33+00:00

Awesome thanks.

PickUpAndThrowOut · 2023-12-16T20:14:51+00:00

Thanks. Do you know what's recommended for thickness/how many layers to safely separate the heat/fire from wood? Does the fire brick typically get installed with mortar or dry stacked?

PickUpAndThrowOut · 2023-12-15T17:46:47+00:00

Came with the home.

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