A carpet pad is an essential element in carpet installation.
It is installed prior the installation of carpeting so it is usually found underneath any remnants made into runners or rugs.
It is less visible and not even felt but it is as important as the carpet as well.
Such pads come in different type, densities and thickness.
Their dense and thickness determines their resilience and better performance.
These only mean that in order to get the best pad, you will need to consider those three factors.
50 percent of the life of your carpet depends on the cushion underneath absorbing all the impact that the carpet is dealing with every day.
Others would say that "there is no need for you to get quality padding if you have the best carpeting".
This statement is basically wrong because the carpet and the pad must enrich one another.
If you have invested in quality carpeting then it is just wise to complement it with the best padding that you will find available.
The most resilient carpet pads are not the thick and the soft ones.
They may be softer and more cushioned than the thin pads but over time, they have the tendency to stretch, wear out and be visible.
Thin and dense pads are the best pads that you should be looking into.
They may not be able to provide more comfort under foot but they can be sturdy and can extend the life of your carpet.
While most retailers would purchase carpet pads in volume from manufactures, they would only offer the pad that they has to offer, and would not give you a lot of options.
So if they would do this to you, then you better look for another retailer who can give you exactly the padding that you need for your flooring.