Each carpet pattern repeats after a specific length and width. Pieces cannot always be cut at the shortest possible point because the next section must begin at the correct part of the design. Large repeats, diagonal layouts, stairs, and irregular rooms increase waste. The pattern-repeat measurement should be included in the estimate before material is ordered.
Key considerations
- extra carpet for pattern match
- patterned carpet waste factor
- carpet repeat measurement
- carpet pattern repeat
- carpet waste
- flooring estimate