Originally Posted by
Gray Beard
Why bother replacing the carpet. My last shop was a mobil home and I left the carpet in it. My new shop has a tile floor that I covered with linoleum and over time the linoleum has worn out where I usually sit and slide the computer chair. When it's time to sell or move then it's time to replace the carpet.
I would agree. I'd leave the carpet, as it should keep most of the gunk off of the floor.
My second choice would be to leave the floor bare. Anything placed on top off a bare floor will need replacement, sooner or later.