DasBeav
First coat of paint, then carpeting. Yeah, I know, carpet monster.
Buy one of those plastic floor covers from Office Depot or Staples that will allow a chair to roll around. Pieces will still sometimes bounce off of them in to the carpet, but it helps!
Thanks for the idea of Staples and OD. I have these interlocking mats I use for my weights, was thinking that route. Your way may be better....and cheaper.