Using Glue When Laying Carpet

Pull the carpet back into position and smooth it out until there are no wrinkles.

Using glue when laying carpet.

Start in small sections so that the adhesive does not dry out too quickly. Carpet can be glued onto all types of floor so long as you have the right glue and primer if necessary. Run a line of hot glue still using the nozzle around the carpet between the carpet edge and the inner edge of the binding. Unroll each section of carpet and lay into the glue.

When padding is not desirable the carpet ends up directly on top of the concrete. The area covered by glue should be between 12 and 16 inches in length. Ensure the carpet is firmly in contact with the adhesive. Use a straight piece of wood or hard plastic to press the carpet down into the glue.

Using a notched trowel spread the adhesive onto the subfloor evenly. This will save you from having to mask off the new carpet. Installing carpet directly over concrete can be a do it yourself project if using the glue down method. 30 35 lbs for carpet and padding to roll the newly installed section if recommended by the manufacturer.

Next lay the carpet tiles along. It needs to be spread across the tile and should not be applied in a grid method. Use the manufacturer recommended carpet adhesive. When spraying the glue with a simple spray gun spray the glue past the inside corners where you have to install another piece next to it.

Use a carpet roller 75 100 lbs for carpet only. This practice is mostly reserved for home owners as removing the glue in the event of later renovation work can be tedious and may leave marks. When choosing between glued and free floating carpet it s all a question of surface. Apply the adhesive with a heavy duty frame paint roller.

Use a push broom to sweep the carpeting to push out any air bubbles. Whether for a basement enclosed porch or a finished garage you can use carpet to cover concrete floors. A pressure sensitive adhesive is used to glue carpet tiles. Apply the glue completely.

Glue down carpet tiles. The manufacturer may recommend allowing the adhesive to set somewhat before placing the tiles. Press the two together for a better seal while the glue is still melted. Use a trowel to apply a layer of glue to each of the outside corners.