Carpet manufacturers are increasingly focusing on their products’ environmental impact, and they are developing new materials and products that may eventually make it possible to recycle carpet. However, until then, repurposing is a viable option. Read on for several ways to reuse carpet scraps and Remnants from .
• Muffling floor noise: Put a piece of carpet underneath a dryer or washer that rattles, shakes and makes noise when doing laundry.
• Catching lost socks: Make small clothing items easier to grab when they fall behind the dryer and washer by putting a narrow strip of carpet down between the appliances. When something falls behind the washing machine, pull on the carpet strip and the clothing will come out with it.
• Doghouse waterproofing: A carpet remnant can serve as a rain flap for a doghouse. Nail it up over the opening, or use smaller pieces to add insulation to the inside.
• Homemade kitty scratching post: Skip the high prices at the pet store by stapling carpet pieces to a post or board and put it where cats like to scratch most-;like new furniture. Make a freestanding kitty condo by nailing the post to a base board.
• Keep weeds out of the garden: Turn some carpet remnants upside down, and cover them with straw or mulch to keep garden paths weed-free. Use smaller scraps in the vegetable garden for a similar effect.
• Exercise matting: Make home workouts more comfortable by cutting a 3×6 piece of carpet. Put it down during the workout, and roll it up when done.
• Cheap floor mats: Cut remnants to fit the car’s floorboards and save over high auto parts store prices.
• Prevent floor scratches: Glue small carpet scraps onto the bottoms of table and chair legs to prevent them from scratching or gouging vinyl or wood floors.
• Kitchen shelf cushioning: Reduce the noise that occurs when putting away dishes by putting carpet remnants in kitchen cabinets and shelves.
Many people think carpet Remnants are only for floors, but there are many other uses. By thinking outside the box, customers can find new uses for small pieces of carpet. You can also follow them on Twitter for more updates!