Flooring Techniques

Carpet Cutting Guide, Flooring Techniques

How to Fit Carpet on Stair Winders, Edge to Edge

What is a winder stair? When a staircase has to go around a corner, the stairs around the angle have either a triangular or kite-shaped surface. These are called winding stairs or winders. If the stairs you’re working on have winders, you won’t be able to fit the carpet in one piece. Work up to[...]

Flooring Techniques

How to fit carpet on stairs

Fitting carpet on stairs is a tricky task that takes some time. With the right tools and our comprehensive guide, you can carpet stairs yourself without too much trouble. As the stairs are a high-traffic area, use a heavy-duty underlay that can manage the wear, and a proper hammer-tacker or electric stapler to avoid the[...]

Flooring Techniques

Full Carpet Fitting Guide

DIY Carpet Installation Tips and Tricks Installing carpet is challenging, whether you’re putting it in at home or yourself can save you money on traders. If you’re buying a new carpet, the cost of a professional fitter will be a fraction of the cost of the carpet itself, but if you’re getting used carpet or[...]

Flooring Techniques

What direction is best for using a trowel when flooring?

For any flooring job, whether you’re laying carpet, vinyl or tiles, spreading floor adhesive (glue) is a crucial step. An inconsistent spread can lead to uneven and even loose flooring, so it’s best to get it right. However, what is the right way to spread adhesive? The methods that flooring experts swear mean they get[...]