11 Crafty Projects To Use Up Your Carpet Remnants
If you find yourself with some leftover carpet after installation, you might be tempted to dispose of it because the job is done. Not so fast! There are lots of fun and practical ways to make use of it.
Consider the following ideas for projects to do with carpet remnants. Maybe they will spark your own imagination:
KNEE PADS FOR GARDENING
Whether you’re planting seeds, pulling weeds, or harvesting, it feels much better on your bare knees if there’s something in between them and the ground. Cut out several rectangular scraps and keep them in your garage or shed. Shake out the dirt after each use.
It's so durable that it has a life expectancy of 25 to 30 years, and it’s simple to install.
CAT SCRATCHING POST
With a 2x4 and two pieces of plywood for the base and top, you can tightly cover the wood with carpeting for a cat scratching post. Your sofa will thank you.
DIY FLOOR MATS FOR KIDS' ROOMS
Cut squares to serve as floor mats for kids’ rooms, and encourage the kids’ creativity by having them decorate the mats with fabric paint.
Garage door mat
Remnants cut into squares can make great floor mats on the garage side of the door that leads from the garage to the house. Wiping your shoes there before you enter the house helps keep your flooring clean.
baby/ toddler play area
If your home is mostly hard flooring and you have children or grandchildren who are babies or toddlers, cut a large square for them to roll around, crawl or play on. They’re learning balance and the carpeting will cushion their falls.
footwear mat
If you have a no-shoes policy in your home, cut a narrow strip and place it along the wall inside the front door to keep boots and shoes. Bind the edges with carpet seam sealer to prevent threads from unraveling.
bath mat
Cut a rectangle the length of your bathtub to use as a bathroom floor mat to step down onto after baths and showers.
VEHICLE PROTECTOR
If space is tight in your garage, hang a piece of carpet on the wall even with your vehicle’s driver door. If you accidentally hit the wall with your door when getting out, the carpet will protect the door from dings.
MAKE A RUG
Have a smaller space with hard flooring that could use a little softening up? Make an area rug. You’ll save money and we’ve got some helpful directions for you. Have a smaller space with hard flooring that could use a little softening up? Make an area rug. You’ll save money and we’ve got some helpful directions for you.
MAKE A STAIR RUNNER
If you have hardwood steps, run carpeting down the middle of the staircase, leaving equal space of bare wood on both ends. This gives an elegant look while providing cushioning.
SAVE FOR FUTURE PATCHING
Save some pieces in case your carpet ever becomes damaged or stained. You can seam in the replacement piece.
LOOKING FOR A NEW CARPET OR REMNANT?
If you're in search of new carpeting or remnants to create your own area rug (or any similar project) our experts at Goshen Floor Mart can help! Visit our showroom at 65669 U.S. 33 to browse our carpet inventory or call 574-642-4770 to chat with a flooring expert or contact us here.
CONTACT
If you're in the market for flooring feel free to contact Goshen Floor Mart. Remember, we are always happy to provide you with a free estimate. Call us today at 574.642.4770 or contact us here