Modern carpets have a more durable and at the same time reusable material. These days, when you organize a carpet removal project, you’ll rarely take the remains to the landfill. Instead, you’ll opt to reuse or recycle the old carpet.
Some states are in an effort to encourage the recycling of carpets by imposing huge fees on disposal. Have you ever sat down and wondered where the automotive parts on your car came from? Would you believe it if we told you that some of those parts came off a recycled carpet?
Instead of going to the landfill, carpet can go into recycling and serve several other purposes. Even most, if not all, of the carpet removal companies take your old carpet to a recycling plant rather than to the dumpsite. In addition to recycling, here are some of the other things that could happen to an old carpet:
Turns into a Rug
Since your carpet is huge enough, you could split it into small sections, which you can use as rugs. If the carpet has some stains on it, you can use baking soda or vinegar to clean it spotlessly. Besides, you could always cut out the parts you don’t want to use at all.
Afterwards, you can do some little touch-ups on the edges and voila, you have a beautiful rug. This is a simple DIY procedure, which you can get instructions for online. Otherwise, you can call in someone to do the job for you. The rug can serve well inside your bedroom or on your patio.
Savior from Cat Scratches
Cats are all lovely and cozy until they start scratching surfaces. This annoying habit not only irritates home owners, but also messes up the surfaces. Instead of having to repaint or renovate affected surfaces, you can simply use the old carpet instead.
Cover the surfaces most prone to cat scratches using the carpet. This may even include the cat’s personal furniture. Your cat is most definitely going to enjoy this and love you for the bold step. And well, you’ll be happy too to know that your items are safe.
In Dog Kennels
There’s a reason why dogs are man’s best friend. They are inviting and very playful to have around the home. Some are even the best security mechanisms you can use. But how much are you reciprocating this love and affection from the dogs? Are their houses habitable enough? Are they warm or just cold, since they are animals?
Treating your dog with care and love is one sure way of increasing its lifespan and affection towards you. How about using that old carpet inside the kennel? After the carpet removal project, consider slicing it into small pieces, which you can use in the kennel.
Use the carpet remains to cover the entrance to the kennel and prevent rainwater from getting inside. Thereafter, you can slice another piece and nail it over the entrance to make it look like a thick flap/door.
In addition, line the walls of the kennel with the carpet to act as an insulator against cold and rain. You can even add the pieces inside the walls of the kennel, so that the dog remains warm at all times.
As Sound Absorbers
After the carpet removal project, you can use the remains as sound absorbers. This is a great option for those who want to create a sound studio using DIY means. It may also be appropriate for those wanting to create a soundproof basement.
Once you’re done, you can hold all of those basement parties with ease. You won’t have to worry anymore about annoying your neighbors with noise. Carpets have great noise absorbing properties, in case you never thought of it that way.
Creating New Paths after Carpet Removal
Once you’re done with the carpet removal project, you can use the remainder to create new paths. This may be in your garden, or any other point you find suitable. You could use it whole in the garden, or cut it into pieces that you’ll place strategically.
Some parts of the carpet can even go into protecting your vegetable or flower garden. This would help to cut down the growth of weeds by a great extent. It will not only look great, but also save you a lot in costs.
Floor Mats for Cars
Did you know that after carpet removal, you can use the old pieces as floor mats for your car? You no longer have to buy the expensive floor mats you place inside your vehicle. Simply organize a carpet removal project and cut it into smaller pieces.
These mats will add to the appeal of your car, and add warmth. They’ll also save you some extra bucks you would have used in buying floor mats.
Final thoughts
When you’re planning next to have a carpet removal project, those are some areas your old carpet could go to. However, if it’s totally worn out, then consider calling a carpet removal company to dispose of it.