Carpet T Seam

The right diagram shows what the current seam is approximately in our to be replaced carpet.

Carpet t seam.

Since many homeowners don t understand carpet seaming they may not be satisfied with the install once they find a seam. To seam carpet start by laying the pieces of carpet on the floor so that the edges overlap each other by 2 inches. The key to a tight fitting professional looking seam is to start with a double cutting technique that matches the two edges perfectly. Seaming carpet like a pro requires precise cuts and proper seaming technique using heat activated carpet seaming tape and a seaming iron.

According to the sales person with the carpet we re buying pretty heavy weight shag carpet the seams shouldn t be visible. After a completed carpeting installation carpet seams are one of the most common complaints an installer receives. The left diagram is what lowe s is suggesting note the t seam in front of the fireplace. Be sure not to leave hot iron in one spot to long or hot glue can drop into carpet seam and come through the top being upside down while performing old tape removal.

Seam peaking can be minimized but only if a professional understands how to install a carpet correctly. Next lift up the edges of carpet and spread a thin layer of carpet adhesive on the floor where they will meet. If the installer doesn t explain what carpet seams are that also adds fuel to the fire. Seams are a part of most carpet installations in the home.