laying carpet

[ranchergirl]

Being that carpet requires stretching when it is laid, if a room is 12'4" wide, can a carpet 12' wide be stretched enough to fit?

[cabinetman]

Being that carpet requires stretching when it is laid, if a room is 12'4" wide, can a carpet 12' wide be stretched enough to fit?

WELCOME TO THE FORUM

I would think that if it didn't stretch, they would use a heat seam tape, and piece it in. A good installer can do it well.
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[Tom Slick]

Welcome,
I don't think carpet will stretch 4 inches, but I'm not an expert.
why don't you fill out your profile and introduce yourself.

[RayintheUK]

... can a carpet 12' wide be stretched enough to fit?

No, I'm afraid not, ranchergirl. Even with a loose weave backing, you wouldn't get to stretch it more than enough to put some tension into the weave. 4" is definitely not possible, but an ironed seam will work OK and be invisible if done properly. Welcome along, BTW!

Ray.

[shoottx]

What do you bet a good carpet installtion company that just registered for the site (also) will be able to help her out

[Uncle Cracker]

The good news is that, in a year or two, the 12' carpet probably will reach.

And you could also build out the walls 2" on each side...

[crokett]

What do you bet a good carpet installtion company that just registered for the site (also) will be able to help her out

I'm not takin' that bet.