Rugs, Carpets and Carpeting - temporary carpet removal

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slateroff
03-11-09, 11:05 AM
i need to remove a carpet to access the floorboards.how do i remove it from the spikey threshold strip without damaging it.does the door have to be closed first to start procedures?

Arkon
03-11-09, 09:15 PM
Go to a corner and use an awl to push into the backing of the carpet. Push towards the corner and lift. That should get you started. I've also use needlenose pliers and grabbed the carpet pile in the corner. Though using the pliers can tear napp out if the carpet is weak or you are too aggressive.
Skramy
03-26-09, 04:06 PM
HI.
Similar problem. Don't know how I'll avoid Saturdays flood.
After getting a corner up, do I just pull it off the tack strip?Do I need a prybar or special tool? I only have tomorrow to do this.
Stinkin' river.
SteveS

Arkon
03-27-09, 11:27 AM
Once you can get a handfull of carpet you just lift it up. No special tools needed. Release the perimeter of the room and roll up the carpet.

I'm sorry to hear about your home being affected by the flooding. :(