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clbrantley

06:33AM | 08/21/03
Member Since: 08/20/03
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help! (remove metal carpet tack strips)

Tags: Flooring & Stairs
i'm a newbie at this.... i need advice on the best way to remove the metal carpet tack strips at the door thresholds. the wood tack strips were easy, but i don't have the strength to get the metal ones out - any advice on tools or methods to use would be great!
thanks!

Graham Flooring

09:11AM | 08/21/03
they should pry up with a pry bar.


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