Carpet pad plays an important part in carpet and rug installation. Carpet pads are categorized on the material used to manufacture the same. The carpet pad price is dependent on the padding material, thickness and the carpet pad manufacturer.

A soft feel imparted to the carpet by the pad does not necessarily mean that it is the best carpet pad. On the contrary, a firm carpet pad increases the life of a carpet as it hides wear marks. Selection of the thickness of the carpet pad, depends on the carpet and the daily grind the carpet will undergo. It also depends on the area where the carpet will be installed (stair case, outdoor, commercial establishments etc.)

Some carpets manufacturers provided free carpet pad along with the carpet, while some are available with an attached carpet pad.
Always follow the guidelines set for using carpet pads carefully while installing the carpet. Wrong usage and improper carpet installation may result in the carpet warranty getting void.

Some carpet pad types :

• Waffle Rubber
• Foam Padding
• Rebond
• Felt pad
• Foam pad
• Slab rubber
• Fiber
• Berber pad
• Frothed foam