Using Glue When Laying Carpet

Use a trowel to apply a layer of glue to each of the outside corners.

Using glue when laying carpet.

When choosing between glued and free floating carpet it s all a question of surface. Next lay the carpet tiles along. If you are using a spray set to apply the adhesive ensure that it is sprayed over the full tile. Step 4 glue second side.

Installing carpet directly over concrete can be a do it yourself project if using the glue down method. Apply the adhesive with a heavy duty frame paint roller. 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.

The area covered by glue should be between 12 and 16 inches in length. 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 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. It needs to be spread across the tile and should not be applied in a grid method.

Press the two together for a better seal while the glue is still melted. Carpet can be glued onto all types of floor so long as you have the right glue and primer if necessary. The manufacturer may recommend allowing the adhesive to set somewhat before placing the tiles. Start in small sections so that the adhesive does not dry out too quickly.

Use a push broom to sweep the carpeting to push out any air bubbles. This will save you from having to mask off the new carpet. 30 35 lbs for carpet and padding to roll the newly installed section if recommended by the manufacturer. When padding is not desirable the carpet ends up directly on top of the concrete.

Use the manufacturer recommended carpet adhesive. Use a carpet roller 75 100 lbs for carpet only. Pull the carpet back into position and smooth it out until there are no wrinkles. A pressure sensitive adhesive is used to glue carpet tiles.

Glue down carpet tiles. I use a straight piece of cardboard to keep the glue off all areas that won t be carpeted. Unroll each section of carpet and lay into the glue. Using a notched trowel spread the adhesive onto the subfloor evenly.