This Old House host Kevin O'Connor explains how to install wall-to-wall carpet, including how to handle seams. (See below for a shopping list and tools.) SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse
Shopping List for How to Install Wall-to-Wall Carpeting: - carpet tack strips - carpet padding - carpeting - carpet padding adhesive - latex seam sealer - carpet sealing tape - duct tape, used to seal seams in carpet padding
Tools for How to Install Wall-to-Wall Carpeting: - hammer - carpet knife - cushion back cutter, used to trim carpeting for seaming - knee kicker, used to help attach carpet edges to tack strips - stair chisel, used for final fitting of carpet along walls - double-blade wall trimmer, used to trim carpet at walls - power stretcher, used for stretching carpet tight across floor
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