Is Cloud 9 underlay any good?
The cloud 9 Cumulus is a Ball & Young best seller. It’s highly sought-after by tradesmen and consumers. This is partly because of the outstanding ratings it has at such a great price. The Cumulus is a 11mm thick underlay, which has a warmth rating of 3.1 tog and a sound reduction rating of 43db.
How long should cloud 9 underlay last?
Their underlay is manufactured from recycled materials and guaranteed to last for the lifetime of the initial carpet installation. The Cloud 9 range of underlays offer excellent heat and sound insulation but are lighter than conventional rubber underlays.
What thickness carpet underlay should I use?
around 11mm-12mm
How thick should carpet underlay be? Carpet underlay can give your carpet a really thick cushioned feeling so overall you should get as thick an underlay as possible. Popular manufacturers make underlay of around 11mm-12mm and this is ideal.
Is Cloud 9 Cirrus good for stairs?
The Cloud 9 Cirrus is recommended for the stairs, hall and landing due to the 9mm thickness and high density. The thickness gives this underlay more flexible qualities and allows for easy cutting and fitting on the stairs.
What is the best underlay?
The best carpet underlay to buy
- Plushwalk 12mm: Best luxury carpet underlay for bedrooms.
- Duralay Treadmore sponge waffle: Best carpet underlay for all rooms.
- Wilsons Underlay Luxury Wool: Best natural, inexpensive all-room carpet underlay.
Is 11mm underlay too thick?
We recommend going no thicker than 11mm for the stairs as anything over this will be very difficult to fit – read our guide on how to fit stairs carpet for more info. 9mm is the optimum thickness, however it can depend on the density of the underlay.
Does carpet underlay deteriorate?
Carpet underlay is a protective barrier between the floor and a carpet. Under optimal conditions, the underlay can last up to 25 years.
How thick should stair underlay be?
Is 8mm underlay good?
8mm can be a fantastic cost-effective option, particularly if you’re happy with a firmer underfoot feel. But if you’re looking for something a little softer and more sumptuous, be sure to opt for a thicker product. 10mm works well for stairways and extra thick carpets.
How thick is Cloud 9 underlay?
The Cloud 9 Cirrus Carpet Underlay is a luxury carpet underlay which feels fantastic underfoot! This underlay is supplied in Easy to Lift rolls. Each roll is 1.37m wide. This 9mm thick carpet underlay will make your new carpet feel better and last longer.
How thick is the Cloud 9 Cirrus carpet underlay?
How thick, How Dense & Which rooms is the Cloud 9 Cirrus for? The Cloud 9 Cirrus is a 9mm thick carpet underlay. It provides firm cushioning between the carpet and your subfloor, which prolongs the life of your carpet and protects it against damage from high foot fall.
Is it easy to lay Cloud 9 carpet?
The order arrived promptly and was extremely easy to cut and lay. Had new wool mix carpet laid over the Cloud 9 9mm underlay, replacing previous waffle underlay and good quality wool mix carpet and the difference was astonishing, such that now ordering more Cloud 9 to replace all old existing underlay.
What kind of underfoot is Cloud 9 Cirrus?
Cloud 9 Cirrus is a 9mm thick PU Sponge Foam underlay manufactured by Ball & Young Ltd. This quality underlay is used where a general/high degree of comfort is required around the house. It gives superb luxury underfoot as well as giving sound proofing & insulation properties.
What is the sound rating of Cloud 9 Cirrus?
The Cloud 9 Cirrus offers good sound reduction properties with a rating of 39db. Underlay is designed to reduce impact noise, which is not to be confused with airborne noise.