Joined
·
16,664 Posts
As described in this thread, here, I am converting a detached garage into a dedicated media space / home theater.
Although i am a big fan of hardwood floors with generous area rugs for most living spaces, the floor of the garage is going to be freshly poured concrete. And I am thinking that wall-to-wall carpeting is the way to go.
Are there any special concerns to address when installing carpeting, with a substantial pad, over concrete in a garage, where I suppose there might be a moisture concern on occasion?
Are there better pads or carpets that work to absorb sound?
---
I'm actually somewhat tempted to install low end oak flooring, 'cause the price is not that much different from putting in carpet, and using a giant area rug I have...
BUT....
the area rug wouldn't work once I get the riser in there for the second row.
So I'll probably stick with the carpeting. I KNOW I need the absorption of installed carpeting or a substantial area rug. I've experimented with a lot of different rooms and it definitely helps clear up the imaging and tone of audio playback.
Although i am a big fan of hardwood floors with generous area rugs for most living spaces, the floor of the garage is going to be freshly poured concrete. And I am thinking that wall-to-wall carpeting is the way to go.
Are there any special concerns to address when installing carpeting, with a substantial pad, over concrete in a garage, where I suppose there might be a moisture concern on occasion?
Are there better pads or carpets that work to absorb sound?
---
I'm actually somewhat tempted to install low end oak flooring, 'cause the price is not that much different from putting in carpet, and using a giant area rug I have...
BUT....
the area rug wouldn't work once I get the riser in there for the second row.
So I'll probably stick with the carpeting. I KNOW I need the absorption of installed carpeting or a substantial area rug. I've experimented with a lot of different rooms and it definitely helps clear up the imaging and tone of audio playback.