When the topic of flooring comes up these days carpet is not usually the first choice of homeowners wanting flooring. There are the visions of old, musty-smelling shag weaves come to mind and the hassle of cleaning it.

But on the other hand there are a lot of advantages to carpet. It is relatively inexpensive, looks great and has good insulation value for heat retention. Not only that, people with back problems like that it is easy on the feet and back, unlike hardwood, tile or laminate flooring. So with all these advantages, what if you could get a carpet product for the basement or hallway, places that need heat retention, that you could install yourself?

Carpet tiles can be a great way to do a small room or walk way, or even a feature room. Also known as ”carpet squares” they usually are bought in 12 x 12 inches square pieces in various thicknesses and in a wide variety patterns and colors like Shaw Berber Sand 12 In. x 12 In. Carpet Tiles.

When you install carpet tile you can either follow a pattern or go create your own look. Some of  the plusher, one-color carpet squares can be placed for a seamless look like regular, wall-to-wall carpet.

In addition to being extremely durable  Shaw Berber Sand 12 In. x 12 In. Carpet Tiles have the advantage of being easily replaced. This is especially useful for high-traffic areas or in incidences where a one or more carpet tiles gets a stain that can’t be removed. You simply lift out the damaged carpet tile and swap it with either a new one or one from an area that doesn’t get seen like under a sofa, desk or another less visible area.This versatility means that this may be the last utility flooring you’ll ever need.

It’s also a great do-it-yourself project as the the only tools you’ll need are are a carpenter’s square, a chalked line, utility knife and measuring tape. When the measuring has been done just take out the squares, peel the protective backing off and press into place. In one or two hours you have a beautiful floor!