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Measure and Customize Tape Outline — Your Landing's Blueprint: Measuring It As a Separate Piece

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With the entire carpet area clearly defined by painter's tape, use a tape measure to take precise measurements of all sides and segments of the blue tape outline. This will provide the exact dimensions needed for ordering or cutting the carpet for the landing. The amount of visible wood flooring between the carpet edge and the walls is a matter of personal preference; some prefer the carpet to be very close to the wall, while others prefer more exposed wood. Adjust the tape placement to reflect this desired aesthetic before taking final measurements.

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How much wood you want here is totally up to you. Some people like to take the carpet very close to the wall and some like to see more wood. That's up to you. And then get your tape measure. You measure all of your blue tape and sides. And that's it. That's how you order your

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