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Complete guide to carpet installation

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You want to to lay carpet in your professional space? How do you go about it? Which carpet to choose and which tools to use for impeccable results? Discover our complete guide.

How do I choose a carpet?

It is essential to choose a carpet carpet suitable for the room's use. For example, a professional space needs a floor covering that can withstand wear and tear. For high-traffic corridors, staircases or offices, opt for a high-traffic carpet. Some noisy open-space areas can be fitted with a sound-absorbing carpet that will absorb noise more effectively than a conventional carpet.

You can choose between carpet rolls and carpet tiles. The latter have a number of advantages: quick installation, no glue, easy cleaning, replacement of one or two tiles in the event of a snag, etc. Finally, there are carpets in a wide variety of designs. It's up to you to choose the texture, patterns and colors that match your corporate image.

How do I prepare for carpet installation?

If the floor already has a covering, you'll need to remove it. To do this, you'll need : 

You must bring :

  • Scraper;
  • A cutter;
  • A protective mask ;
  • Protective goggles and gloves. 

 

Lift the first tile with a hook cutter, then scrape the carpet tiles out from under the tile. Stack the carpet tiles face-to-face, fibre-to-fibre. Note that removing the carpet from the building can be a problem, so you'll need to plan ahead for the necessary logistics. Orak can supply pallet boxes to facilitate this step and organize transport flows.

 

How do I prepare the floor for the covering?

 

A smooth, flat surface is essential. The floor must therefore be cleaned and all traces of glue removed. It must be perfectly dry. If the floor is uneven, it may need to be levelling work is required.

 

This smoothes the surface. This operation is generally necessary on concrete, cement or tiles. This is not possible on floating parquet.

 

How do you install a glued-down carpet?

 

Equipment required: 

  • Your carpet tiles ;
  • Interface patches from Tac-Tiles, B-Connect Balsan or Tractionback by Milliken
  • Poise glue in a bottle
  • A measuring tape ;
  • Cutter;
  • An upholsterer's maroufleur.

 

Pre-positioning the carpet

 

Before laying the carpet, you need to position it in its final position. Leave a 10-15 cm margin on each side of the room. The carpet must be cut precisely. Follow the manufacturer's installation instructions.

 

Glue carpet over the entire surface

 

On a small surface of 10 to 20 m2, a double-sided double-sided adhesive tape may suffice. Place it along the walls, and in a room larger than 10 m2, every metre. If you're using glue, apply it to the floor with a coating knife. Make sure you don't leave any air bubbles on the floor.

 

Drying time

 

For the carpet to adhere perfectly, it's sometimes necessary to let the glue set for a while. Follow the manufacturer's instructions. Then put the carpet back in place and press from the inside of the room towards the walls. The drying time must be respected: don't walk around the room during this time.

 

Laying carpet on stairs

 

Laying carpet on stairs is more complex. It is necessary to take the following measures:

  • Step width ;
  • Depth of steps, including stair nosing ;
  • Height of risers. 

 

For a spiral staircase, it's best to create a template. You'll need to proceed step by step, with great care. 

 

Whatever the type of staircase, always start at the top and work your way down. Pay particular attention to the joints under the nosing and in the corners. 

 

Finishing work

 

Once the carpet has been laid, it needs to be finished to give it a high quality finish. Precisely trim any excess from edges, corners and skirting boards. Then clean the room thoroughly. 

 

Conclusion: consider professional installation

Laying carpet in your professional space must be done impeccably. For this, it's best to turn to a specialist company like Orak. We can assist you with carpet removalThen we can help you choose and install your new floor covering. We guarantee rapid installation and offer a maintenance program tailored to your floor covering. Contact us to find out more!

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