Yes, it is possible to remove carpeting and expose a hardwood floor in small sections, allowing you to avoid moving all the furniture out of the room at once. This approach can be especially helpful if you have large or heavy furniture that is difficult to move or if you want to maintain some functionality in the room while the renovation is ongoing.
Here are some steps to follow if you decide to remove the carpet in sections:
Plan the sections: Assess the layout of the room and decide how to divide it into manageable sections. Ideally, you'll want to choose areas that are easily accessible and don't have too much furniture in them.
Clear the section: Move the furniture from the chosen section to other parts of the room or to adjacent rooms. Make sure the area is entirely clear of any obstacles.
Remove the carpet: Use a utility knife to cut the carpet into manageable strips or sections. Carefully lift and pull up the carpet, rolling it as you go for easier handling. Be cautious of any tack strips along the edges.
Address any issues: Once the carpet is removed, inspect the hardwood floor. If there are any damaged areas, consider refinishing or repairing them before moving on to the next section.
Clean the floor: Vacuum and clean the exposed hardwood floor to remove any debris or dust left behind by the carpet.
Repeat the process: Move on to the next section and repeat the steps until you've exposed the entire hardwood floor.
Refinish the floor (optional): If the hardwood floor requires refinishing, you can do it after the entire carpet has been removed, or you can refinish each section before moving on to the next one.
Keep in mind that this process may take longer than removing all the carpet at once, but it offers the convenience of not having to move all the furniture out of the room at the same time. It's essential to work carefully to ensure a smooth transition between carpeted and hardwood areas and to avoid any tripping hazards during the process.