Home > How To Library > Step-by-Step How-Tos Videos > Floors > Carpeting > How to Install Carpet Tiles

How to Install Carpet Tiles

Print VersionBookmarkEmail this page to a friend.
Watch the Video of this Step By Step. Watch Video

DIFFICULTY RATING: (2 out of 5 - Easy)

Carpet tiles, also known as carpet squares or modular carpeting, are easily installed side-by-side to create a smooth, carpeted floor that looks just like wall-to-wall carpeting.
Step 8: Cut the edge tile to fit.
Place the marked edge tile on a board with the bottom side facing up. Use a utility knife to make several light cuts along or between the marks. Make sure you cut away from your body.
Cut between the marks with a utility knife.

Step 8 of 11 (View Full Step by Step)


Adhesive dots (Buy) Board (Buy)
Bucket (Buy) Carpet squares (Buy)
Chalk line (Buy) Cleaner, wax-stripping (Buy)
Hammer (Buy) Mop (Buy)
Nail (Buy) Pliers (Buy)
Sponge (Buy) More ...
Follow all the safety instructions included with your new carpet tiles. Handle the utility knife used for trimming carpet tiles with great care and always cut away from your body.

Watch the Video of this
Step by Step.

Watch Video

Text by Benjamin Hardy
BobVila.com






About  | Press Room  | FAQ  | Contact  | Sitemap  | Privacy Policy  | Terms of Use  | Help

© 2009 BobVila.com