mom26 Posted October 30, 2006 Share Posted October 30, 2006 I know this might be a lame question but first time doing interior, do i just use taky glue to put down carpet or another type of glue. Curious before I put down don't want it to lift. Thanks to any advice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minis On The Edge Posted October 30, 2006 Share Posted October 30, 2006 If you use glue please be sure not to use too much or it will bleed through. I Like to use double sided sticky tape because when you are finished with that look you can change the carpets to a new color. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom26 Posted October 30, 2006 Author Share Posted October 30, 2006 Thank you, never thought of double sided tape, good idea in case I don't like it once its down. Thanks again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted October 30, 2006 Share Posted October 30, 2006 I use plain old Elmer's white glue, after I carefully cut the material to fit the floor I spread the glue in a thin layer over the floor. I butt the material against the far wall & gently press it down along the wall & into the corners, then from the far end to near, working from the middle outward to the sides, being careful not to stretch the carpet material out of shape. don't use heavy pressure or weight it, it's amazing (& upsetting) to see how little glue it takes to bleed through even thick fabric! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minis On The Edge Posted October 30, 2006 Share Posted October 30, 2006 I have ruined so many carpets by using glue. Sometimes, I thought I did not add too much and then I go back and check the darn thing and the glue stain is there That's why I started using the double sided tape. Plus....I LOVE to change things so it works best for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted October 30, 2006 Share Posted October 30, 2006 The doublesided tape sounds wonderful, especially if, unlike me, you can get it to stick to the desired item instead of your body parts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minis On The Edge Posted October 30, 2006 Share Posted October 30, 2006 You know, If you paint the floor with glossy paint, the sticky tape sticks better Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anna Posted October 30, 2006 Share Posted October 30, 2006 The doublesided tape sounds wonderful, especially if, unlike me, you can get it to stick to the desired item instead of your body parts. Ohhhh Holly!!!!! Well I am also one of those who seem to get the glue all over.... So I will take this tip and use it next time when putting in a carpet. My grandmother swore by the effictivness of using doublesided tape in wet and dry so to speak... Hugs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prariegurl Posted October 30, 2006 Share Posted October 30, 2006 I have always used double sided tape. If the fabirs you are using tends to fray or unravle, you can use a small amount of Fray-Check and any clear drying white glue at the edge. Last time I installed carpet, I bought some wonderful room sized sheets of double sided tape. Instead of a roll it was a sheet of doublesided tape about 8" x 10" (more or less). So easy! unfortunately that shop has closed and now I have no idea where to buy it. Jeri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Color Me Holly Posted October 30, 2006 Share Posted October 30, 2006 I just spread out glue, let it get tacky and laid the carpet. I used FrayCheck on the edges, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annette Posted October 30, 2006 Share Posted October 30, 2006 I use double-sided tape, you can find it in a variety of widths. I like using the wide tape for carpets, better coverage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SusannaT Posted October 30, 2006 Share Posted October 30, 2006 The doublesided tape tip is brilliant! I'll be trying that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuzyQ Posted October 30, 2006 Share Posted October 30, 2006 I used tacky glue on mine the other day. Knowing it will probably have to be there forever. LOL It didn't bleed through. The carpet had a glossy paper back to it. I don't know it that helped. I smoothed it down with a credit card it had few wrinkles but they all left as it dried. I think it looks wonderful. I hope still looks wonderful in 10 years considering the fact that I glued it down. LOL I am hoping to post some pictures sometime this week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shy Spirit Posted October 30, 2006 Share Posted October 30, 2006 I haven't tried gluing a carpet down yet, but I would use Fabric glue. It doesn't bleed through cloth, because it's designed for fabric. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathieB Posted October 30, 2006 Share Posted October 30, 2006 I haven't tried gluing a carpet down yet, but I would use Fabric glue. It doesn't bleed through cloth, because it's designed for fabric. I used some fabric glue on a doll's dress not long ago. It bled through and left a stain. Best to check it on a scrap before applying to the carpet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shy Spirit Posted October 30, 2006 Share Posted October 30, 2006 I'm surprised that fabric glue bled and stained! I've never had that problem - I've been using it on all sorts of things for years - children's theatre school costumes, mini rugs, cushions, doll dresses - I even "mended" the torn binding of an old book with it! I guess I was just lucky that it didn't spoil anything. I think I shall always test it out first in future. :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvmypoodle Posted October 30, 2006 Share Posted October 30, 2006 I use spray adhesive Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DC865PB Posted October 30, 2006 Share Posted October 30, 2006 What about using Zots, clear adhesive dot that are used for scrapbooking?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilovecats Posted October 31, 2006 Share Posted October 31, 2006 So far i've only laid carpet in about 3 rooms. I used Aleene's tacky glue applied in a thin layer. I worked well and i didn't have any bleeding thru. So far this has worked well for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom26 Posted November 4, 2006 Author Share Posted November 4, 2006 thanks again for the idea of the double sided tape i have yet to try it, guess I'm nervous and yet to find the time crazy last few weeks going to try tomorrow, i know this is off topic but still too do with floors, can I make my own wooden floor and any ideas how and what size wood? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
minijunkie Posted November 4, 2006 Share Posted November 4, 2006 Corinna...I am in the process of making a wood floor as I write this. My friend sent me some wood strips that are 3/4" wide. I stained them, then cut diff. lengths...glued to a piece of matboard (which fits my floor) with liquid nails. Now I have some wax paper and heavy weights on it until tomorrow. I will do a coat of varnish of some sort. Will take pics when all done!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shy Spirit Posted November 5, 2006 Share Posted November 5, 2006 Popsicle sticks can be cut, sanded and stained to make floorboards, or you can use "skinny sticks" - available at Michaels, and probably other places, too. The skinny sticks are a slightly better quality wood, and don't seem to warp as much. A costlier alternative is wood veneer. I made a really nice planked floor with oak veneer strips. (Sold in dollhouse stores.) I made a template of the floor with scrapbooking cardstock. I dry-brushed a little brown on the card (which was orange) in case the colour should show through little chinks in the "floorboards". I cut different lengths of veneer, and glued them on the card so the cut ends didn't line up. This gave the look of a "random planked" floor. I only glued one third of the floor at a time, weighted the floorboards with old heavy books, and let the glue dry overnight. When the whole floor was finished, I glued the template into the room, and again used the books to help it dry flat. When it was dry, I put two coats of a matte finish varnish on the floor. I read a few books before attempting this, and they really helped me understand more about floors in general. Although real floorboards would run from front to back, the books I had read recommended laying the floorboards from left to right, which "opens up" the room, and makes it look larger. (Think of the fashion tip - vertical stripes make you look thinner, horizontal stripes widen you.) BTW, the books that were actually touching the floor as it dried were from a library book sale, and had those plastic dust-jackets on. I didn't have to use anything to prevent any glue seepage from gluing the books to the floor. I used regular white Tacky glue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peggi Posted November 5, 2006 Share Posted November 5, 2006 I made my wooden floor in my dance studio by staining and glueing in skinny sticks I got from Walmart. I was very pleased with how they turned out. Their a little smaller in width than popsicle sticks and they have square ends. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heidiiiii Posted November 5, 2006 Share Posted November 5, 2006 As for carpetting, I use a very thin layer of tacky glue that I spread on the floor, and I let it get tacky too b4 I lay the carpetting down. For wood floors I use the skinny sticks they sell at A.C. Moore. I only use theirs because they are cheaper in price than Walmarts. $1.99 for a package of 500. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom26 Posted November 6, 2006 Author Share Posted November 6, 2006 wow thanks everyone here has great ideas and cheap too just what i need with 5 boys i need cost efficient. Thank to you all I'm going to go out tonight and get the skinny sticks thanks again for all the ideas. I was nervous about asking thinking i might sound stupid. Hopefully I can soon figure out how to put pictures on the sight of my house, I just realized how dark it looks and don't know how to light up outside. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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