Make Measure And Cut Carpet

Press down as you cut across the carpet.

Make measure and cut carpet. You create precise estimates in only 5 easy steps measure can estimate carpet tile laminate and hardwood flooring for projects of all sizes. If you decide to get new carpet installed in your whole house our competitive deals and offers make the installation service a great value for you and your home. This accounts for waste doors and slanting walls. From the removal and disposal of your old flooring to laying your carpet and pad to cleanup and vacuuming of the installation area we ve got you.

Measure the width from wall to wall. Use a tape measure and marker to add lines based off of the measurements you took in step one. From a 12 x 7 piece of carpet 3 pieces will be cut to measure 4 by 7. The pattern looks as if it s been cut into the carpet and usually features several tones from the same color family.

It s easy to cut a little off for a perfect fit but it s impossible to add without creating unsightly seams. Pattern carpet offers a combination of cut and loop pile allowing for more texture and pattern options. With all seams the nap of the carpet must always run the same direction. We are adding about 6 inches extra on all sides to allow for seaming and trimming.

Add one foot to each end of the measurement and transfer that to the carpet. Measure the width and length of the interior using the tape measure. Step 3 cut the carpet using the razor blades. Add 2 to 4 inches to each side.

Begin with a section a few feet away from the wall. Plush carpet has a closely packed yarn construction that offers a soft smooth surface that s ideal for formal settings. Step 4 cut where marked. Measure is industry leading flooring estimation software that follows the workflow of the estimating process.

Instead of raking your blade across the carpet and through the padding to make a cut just make a 4 5 inch hole and use your fingers to pull the carpet up with one hand then cut the raised carpet. Measure the length using the distance from one wall to the opposite wall. Use the tip of the knife to open up a hole in the carpet. Now use a utility knife or carpet cutters to cut where you added the markings.

Be sure to mark the lines in several places along the carpet to make cutting easier all the way across. Cutting the carpet every few feet will be useful for large or oddly shaped rooms where you re unable to remove it in one piece. Our professional installers oversee every aspect of the carpeting project. Hallway carpet and stair runners can also be installed to create additional décor and comfort in high traffic areas of your home.