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4m vs 5m Carpet Rolls Explained

When to specify wide rolls, how roll width affects waste, and what to tell customers at quote stage.

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Roll width drives waste and price. Help customers understand the trade-off between stock availability and fit.

When 4m rolls work best

Standard bedrooms and smaller lounges often fit on 4m width with a single drop. Less stock to carry, but wide rooms may force a join.

When to specify 5m

Open-plan areas and large lounges frequently need 5m to avoid a seam through the main traffic path. The extra width can reduce join labour.

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