I'm so happy for you. Don't know why you wouldn't want to keep the shag carpeting. Just kidding. I have carpeting in my sewing space and believe me, I would much rather have a solid floor, wood or laminate that would help me find the pins. I've had pins get stuck in the carpeting and then I get out of bed, forget to put my slipper on and step onto a pin or needle. Ouch - big time. Congratulations on gaining your own space.