Updated April 2026 · Bedroom Guide
Cost to Carpet a Bedroom in 2026: By Size, Grade, and Room Type
A standard 12×12 bedroom costs $400–$1,380 all-in at standard nylon grade, including padding and professional installation. Here’s exactly what to expect for every bedroom size and carpet type.
Bedroom Carpet Cost — Quick Reference
10×10 bedroom (budget)$280–$480
12×12 bedroom (standard)$605–$1,170
14×16 large bedroom$940–$1,820
14×20 master bedroom$1,175–$2,275
Memory foam pad upgrade (12×12)+$50–$158
DIY removal savings (12×12)$100–$230
Bedroom Carpet Cost by Size
All costs include carpet material, standard rebond padding, and professional labour. Excludes old carpet removal.
| Bedroom Size | Sq Ft | Budget (polyester) | Standard (nylon) | Premium (wool) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10×10 | 100 | $280–$480 | $420–$810 | $650–$1,600 |
| 10×12 | 120 | $335–$575 | $505–$975 | $780–$1,920 |
| 12×12 | 144 | $400–$690 | $605–$1,170 | $935–$2,300 |
| 12×14 | 168 | $470–$805 | $705–$1,365 | $1,090–$2,690 |
| 14×16 | 224 | $625–$1,075 | $940–$1,820 | $1,455–$3,585 |
| 14×20 (master) | 280 | $780–$1,345 | $1,175–$2,275 | $1,820–$4,480 |
Which Carpet Grade for Which Bedroom?
No competitor tells you this clearly. Here is the practical carpet grade recommendation by bedroom use type:
Spare / Guest Bedroom
→ Budget polyester
Very low foot traffic. A polyester loop pile will last 8–10 years in a guest room without noticeable wear. No need to spend on nylon here.
$2.50–$4/sqft installed
Child's Bedroom
→ Triexta (SmartStrand) or nylon
High traffic for the size, plus spills, toys, and rough play. Triexta (Mohawk SmartStrand) has excellent built-in stain resistance that doesn't wash off over time. Nylon is also excellent. Avoid polyester — compresses in play areas.
$3.50–$6/sqft installed
Master Bedroom
→ Plush nylon or wool
Low traffic but high daily comfort value. This is the one room where you feel the carpet every morning barefoot. A plush cut-pile nylon or wool is genuinely worth the upgrade. Memory foam padding is also worth considering here.
$5–$12/sqft installed
Teenager's Bedroom
→ Mid-grade nylon or frieze
Moderate traffic, harder wear, often stains. Frieze (twisted pile) hides footprints and vacuum marks well — good choice for a practical teenager's room.
$3–$7.50/sqft installed
Padding Upgrade: Is It Worth It in a Bedroom?
The bedroom is the one room where upgrading from standard rebond padding ($0.30–$0.50/sqft) to memory foam padding ($0.75–$1.50/sqft) genuinely pays off.
Standard rebond foam
$0.30–$0.50/sqft
$43–$72 for 12×12
Industry standard; functional
Memory foam padding
$0.75–$1.50/sqft
$108–$216 for 12×12
Meaningfully softer, quieter footfall, better thermal insulation
Memory foam ROI: The upgrade costs ~$100 extra for a 12×12 master bedroom. Over 10 years of daily barefoot use, that’s $10/year for noticeably better comfort and noise reduction. For a master bedroom, it’s usually worth it. For a rarely-used guest room, skip it.
DIY Bedroom Carpet Removal: What You Save
Removing a bedroom carpet yourself is the easiest DIY win on a carpet replacement project. You need: a utility knife, heavy-duty bin bags, and 45–75 minutes.
| Room Size | Pro removal cost | DIY time (1 person) | Disposal cost | Net saving (DIY) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10×10 (100 sqft) | $70–$160 | 30–45 min | $15–$30 | $40–$130 |
| 12×12 (144 sqft) | $100–$230 | 45–75 min | $20–$40 | $60–$190 |
| 14×16 (224 sqft) | $157–$358 | 60–90 min | $30–$50 | $107–$308 |
| 14×20 (280 sqft) | $196–$448 | 75–120 min | $35–$60 | $136–$388 |
Step-by-step: (1) Move all furniture out. (2) Pull back one corner from the wall using pliers. (3) Score carpet into 3-ft strips. (4) Roll, bag, and set outside. (5) Pull up the old pad (usually stapled). (6) Check if tack strips need replacement. Done — ready for the installer.
Frequently Asked Questions
A 12×12 bedroom (144 sq ft) costs $400–$690 for budget polyester, $605–$1,170 for standard nylon, or $935–$2,300 for premium wool, all including padding and labour. Add $100–$230 if professional removal of existing carpet is needed.
Carpet Cost Calculator
= 144 sq ft | approx 18 sq yards to order
Budget
$1.5–$2.5/sqft
Standard
$2.5–$4/sqft
Premium
$4–$12/sqft