Many locations are now turning to carpet tiles instead of traditional carpet rolls.
Thanks to its stain resistance, a wide choice of colours and styles, and much easier fitting!
But, that doesn't mean laying carpet tiles is foolproof – there are plenty of common issues to be aware of when you start the process.
Awareness of the most likely issues is an excellent way to ensure you do the best possible job if you plan to fit them yourself! These mistakes most likely include:
If you are eager to get started and don’t want to invest in too many tools, it can be tempting to try and make do with what you have – especially when cutting the tiles to size.
However, poorly suited or blunt options can lead to uneven edges, tile damage, and wonky fitting.
To avoid this, take your time if you need to trim carpet tiles to size, double check and measure sizing before you start to cut, and ensure you use a sharp utility knife or specific carpet cutter for a professional finish.
Enthusiasm for the task is brilliant and can lead to a great deal of pride once your new carpet tiles are securely in place.
However, some skip very important steps that lead to carpet tile failure a short while after completion, so it’s essential you complete all phases.
The most commonly skipped steps include:
· Acclimatising carpet tiles in the installation room before fitting
· Not using a carpet roller after installation
· Skipping subfloor preparation – the biggest factor in carpet tile failure
While they may look the same at first glance, if you run out of tiles from one box, don’t be tempted to use a few from a different pack unless they are from the same run.
This is because as carpet tiles are produced, there can be an element of dye lot variation or pattern changes that might not be visible until laid.
At this point, changes can be very obvious and unsightly.
Unlike rolled domestic carpet that covers a large floor surface in one go, carpet tiles require you to cover the floor bit by bit.
As such, you need to be aware of mistakes like changing the pile direction and aligning tiles with subfloor seams.
To avoid these, plan the layout before anything else by removing the tiles from their boxes and placing them on the floor in the intended pattern. This will allow you to ensure the pile direction is continued and that subfloor seams are covered instead of reinforced.
If necessary, you can also use this time to note which tiles will need to be cut to size.
If you are responsible for the new flooring where you live or work and feel like you don’t have the experience needed, the experts at WJD Flooring can help.
You can either read our detailed blog on how to lay carpet tiles and follow our top tips for success or reach out to us for expert fitting.
Our professional and competitively-priced flooring fitting service means you can sit back, relax, and be safe in the knowledge that your new floor will look good and function well for years to come.
All you need to do is clear the room and leave us to it!
While not always the most popular choice, carpet tiles are having a huge resurgence – and for good reason!
As such, if you are considering carpet tiles for your home or place of work, you can browse our range and arrange professional, worry-free installation.
If you want to know more or have a question about carpet tiles, give us a call on 01744 885 514 or fill in our contact form and someone will be in touch as soon as possible.
