Carpet Installation Methods
|
|
a) Stretch-in Installation
b) Direct Glue-Down Installation
c) Double Glue-Down Installation
|
|
|
|
Stretch-in Installation
|
|
|
There are situations in which require the stretch-in installation. This method can be used for one of the following reasons:
| • |
Provides enhanced underfoot comfort, acoustical properties (i.e., higher noise reduction coefficients and higher impact noise ratings) when installed with separate cushion |
| • |
Increases thermal insulation (R-value) |
| • |
Can be used over floors that are unsuitable for glue-down |
| • |
Patterned carpet are more easily matched |
| • |
Corrective measures, such as seam repair, may be easier to perform |
| • |
Removal costs usually are less than the removal of an adhered installation |
Stretch-in Installations Should be Avoided:
| • |
On ramps and inclines |
| • |
Where office systems furniture and demountable partitions are utilized |
| • |
Where heavy rolling traffic is likely |
| • |
Where there is excessive humidity |
| • |
When carpet has a unitary backing or other backing systems designed only for glue-down installation |
|
|
|
Direct Glue-Down Installation
|
|
|
| • |
Suitable for rolling traffic and ramp areas |
| • |
Seams are more durable since there is no vertical flexing |
| • |
Minimized buckling in buildings that have HVAC systems turned off for extended periods of time |
| • |
No re-stretch situations |
| • |
Facilitates access to electrical and telephone lines under floor |
| • |
Practically eliminates incidents of seam peaking |
| • |
No restrictions to area size |
| • |
Intricate border and inlay possibilities |
| • |
Usually less expensive |
|
|
|
Double Glue-Down Installation
|
|
|
| • |
Combines the stability of direct glue-down carpet with the cushioning benefits of a separate cushion, stretch-in installation |
| • |
Improves carpet appearance retention, foot comfort and overall performance |
| • |
Simplifies carpet bordering and inlaying |
| • |
Suitable for wheeled traffic areas |
| • |
No restrictions to size of area |
|
|
Home
