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Carpet underlay is a cushioning layer placed between the subfloor and the carpet. It is usually made of foam, rubber, or felt. Its main purpose is to provide comfort, insulation, and shock absorption, which significantly extends the lifespan of your carpet by preventing premature wear.

The best type depends on the usage. For bedrooms and living areas, a thick PU foam carpet underlay (10mm-12mm) offers maximum luxury comfort. For stairs or high-traffic hallways, a dense rubber carpet underlay is superior as it provides firm support and resists flattening over time.

To install it, clean the subfloor first. Roll out the underlay with the backing facing up. Cut it to size, leaving a small gap near the grippers. Staple it to wooden floors or use spray adhesive for concrete. Tape the seams together to prevent movement.

No, generally you cannot. Carpet underlay is too thick and soft (often 8mm-12mm). Using it under laminate causes the locking joints of the planks to break due to excessive movement. You must use a specialized, thinner foam designed specifically for laminate or wood flooring.

Old asbestos underlay often looks like a hessian bag or has a brown/grey fibrous appearance. Sometimes it is a black bituminous tile layer. If you find old, suspicious material under carpets in a pre-1990s building, do not disturb it. Contact a professional for testing.

We strongly advise against this. Laying rigid laminate planks over soft carpet underlay will cause the floor to bounce and eventually crack the locking system. Always remove the old carpet and underlay, then install the correct moisture-barrier underlay designed for hard flooring.

Cutting the underlay is simple. Roll it out and use a sharp Stanley knife or heavy-duty utility shears. Use the gripper rods as a guide but be careful not to cut the carpet grippers themselves. Always cut slightly inside the gripper line so the carpet tucks neatly.