Dear James: Several floors are pretty worn from the kids. I'm thinking of installing foam-backed carpeting. Can I can do it ...

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Dear Dawn: Foam-backed carpeting should be as durable as professionally installed carpeting with separate padding. It should easily handle the wear and tear from children. When foam-backed carpeting ...