Using Glue When Laying Carpet

Use a straight piece of wood or hard plastic to press the carpet down into the glue.

Using glue when laying carpet.

Pull the carpet back into position and smooth it out until there are no wrinkles. Run a line of hot glue still using the nozzle around the carpet between the carpet edge and the inner edge of the binding. Using a notched trowel spread the adhesive onto the subfloor evenly. When padding is not desirable the carpet ends up directly on top of the concrete.

Start in small sections so that the adhesive does not dry out too quickly. 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. Apply the adhesive with a heavy duty frame paint roller. It needs to be spread across the tile and should not be applied in a grid method.

When choosing between glued and free floating carpet it s all a question of surface. Use the manufacturer recommended carpet adhesive. This will save you from having to mask off the new carpet. Unroll each section of carpet and lay into the glue.

A pressure sensitive adhesive is used to glue carpet tiles. I use a straight piece of cardboard to keep the glue off all areas that won t be carpeted. The area covered by glue should be between 12 and 16 inches in length. The manufacturer may recommend allowing the adhesive to set somewhat before placing the tiles.

If you are using a spray set to apply the adhesive ensure that it is sprayed over the full tile. Press the two together for a better seal while the glue is still melted. Glue down carpet tiles. Whether for a basement enclosed porch or a finished garage you can use carpet to cover concrete floors.

Use a push broom to sweep the carpeting to push out any air bubbles. Use a carpet roller 75 100 lbs for carpet only. 30 35 lbs for carpet and padding to roll the newly installed section if recommended by the manufacturer. Installing carpet directly over concrete can be a do it yourself project if using the glue down method.

Step 4 glue second side. Next lay the carpet tiles along. Apply the glue completely. Ensure the carpet is firmly in contact with the adhesive.