Some put the base molding down first then carpet others put the carpet down then base molding and sometimes base shoe but i find it a bit unsightly.
Removing quarter round for carpet.
The process of removing quarter round trim has the potential to be damaging so be aware of what condition you would like to leave the floors and baseboards in after removing the trim.
Short baseboards give a better finished look aesthetically without shoe molding or quarter round.
Carpet installers often tuck the ends of the carpet under the baseboards for a clean finished look.
How to take out carpet.
When this carpet is removed and replaced with hardwood vinyl or other floor coverings you might spot a gap between the bottom of your baseboards and your new floor.
The floor beneath is plywood and uneven.
If you are going to install new carpet or laminate flooring you will need to safely remover quarter round molding.
I had lv plank flooring installed on my second floor replacing the carpet.
The contractor placed the flooring but there are a lot of dips.
Quarter round is inappropriate base shoe is the proper stuff but not with carpet.
Consider adding a length of quarter round molding in front of the existing.
The finished product might look better.
Removing old carpet is the first step toward having something besides old stained carpet as your floor.
However with tall profile baseboards a shoe molding may enhance the decor.
Even if you are hiring someone to install new flooring you may want to pull out the old carpet yourself.
For the quarter round experts.
Carpet can stain and wear out over time so plan to replace it every five to ten years especially if it is installed in high traffic areas like living rooms.
Generally it s a good idea to remove baseboards before installing your flooring here s why.