CFI Associate Carpet Estimating Course

Workshop information

• Proven estimating techniques that work
• Hands-on completion of diagrams and pattern matching
• Importance of a detailed diagram that provides accurate yardage, seam location, pile direction, edge treatments, transitions, supplies, adhesives, cushion, customer’s requests
• How to determine seam location – crossgrain seams – fill areas
• Symbols
• Figuring the pattern match
• Layouts for difficult areas
• Measuring stairs
• Roll sequence
• Consideration for shipping, ordering and manufacturing difficulties that affect the finished installation of patterned goods
• Discussion with the customers and preparation for the installation
• Responsibilities of the customer, sales representative, estimator and installation crew