A. You should always work with an adhesive that has been developed specifically for use with carpet tiles. DO NOT USE CARPET SPRAY ADHESIVE because this will permanently fix your tiles to the floor, and the whole purpose of using carpet tiles is so that you can lift them, clean them, or replace them in the future as and when they are required. As a result, the adhesive that is best suited for the task is either a carpet tile tackifier adhesive, double-sided tape, or a low-tack version of the spray adhesive (please note that we do not sell the low-tack spray form in a can). In order to ensure that the desired results are obtained, it is imperative that the directions on any adhesive be carefully followed.
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- To begin, you work from behind the carpet tiles as you cut them
- Cutting can be done in a variety of ways; however, when using a sharp knife, it is imperative that proper safety procedures be followed at all times to prevent unpleasant accidents from occurring
- In most cases, we advise using a utility knife with a sharp blade to score the back of the tile three times
- While doing so, you should be careful not to cut all the way through to the tile's face
- After that, break it like plasterboard, and then from the other side, carefully draw the knife through while making sure not to pull the threaded fiber away from the surface of the tile
- If you want to cut a line that is perfectly straight, you can either use a steel rule or a builders' level, or you can buy one of our special fitting kits, which includes a handy aluminum ruler with a handle that is 600 millimeters long and can help you get a cut that is perfectly straight
- Wiping carefully with white spirit in order to prevent clogging is one way to extend the life of a blade
Do you think it would be a good idea for me to install carpet tiles directly on top of the existing floorboards?
A. The actions that should be taken in these kinds of circumstances are determined by the circumstances themselves; however, as a general rule, many customers in the past who have large gaps or joints have started by laying down sheeting that is 8 feet by 4 feet in size and then taping the joints to create a flat, uniform surface on which to lay the tiles. Use a thin sheet of ply wood or hardboard with the shiny side facing up, or MDF that has been screwed to the subfloor. If you are going to use screws, check to see that there are no pipes or cables running directly under the area where you will be screwing before you begin. This method is only necessary if the floorboards are twisted, causing uneven highs and lows across the surface of the floor, or if there are large gaps between the floorboards. Keep in mind that the majority of standard European carpet tiles have a bitumen backing, which has the ability to mold itself to the subfloor. However, this also means that over time, the underside of a rough floor can show through to the surface of the tiles. Therefore, it is of the utmost importance that you begin with a floor that is as spotless, dry, and level as is humanly possible.
How many individual carpet tiles do I need to purchase in order to cover the entire floor?
A. Utilizing our priceless online carpet tile calculator is the most efficient way to confirm this information. You can locate it either in the footer of each page or on the left-hand navigation menu of our homepage, which is located directly below our logo. Axminster Carpet Tiles has a proprietary formula that calculates the quantity of whole tiles required in either meters or feet, depending on your preference. In contrast to other carpet tile calculators that can be found online, ours does not take into account wastage because it has the potential to increase the overall cost of the project. When figuring out the amount of waste, using common sense is fine; however, you should make sure that you have a few spare tiles left over at the end of the job in case there is damage in the future. It's not a good idea to leave a bunch of empty boxes lying around. Give us a call if you are unsure about anything, and we will be happy to assist you with this.
If there are wheeled chairs in the office, will carpet tiles be a safe option?
A. Not all commercial carpet tiles are suitable for use in busy office environments where wheeled operators chairs will be used on a regular basis. This is because busy office environments tend to have more foot traffic. For an application of this nature, we advise using tiles that have a castor rating, and if you take a look at the brief summary that we've provided for each of our products, you'll see whether or not they are appropriate for the task at hand. You also have the option of scrolling down the left-hand side of our website while viewing all of our carpet tiles and clicking on Busy Office (Castor Wheel Rated) under the 'Recommended Use' subheading. This will limit the displayed tiles to only those that are appropriate for use with castor wheels. If you are on a tight budget and want to use a cheaper tile that is not appropriate for castor wheels, then please be aware that over time the tiles may flatten and start to look worn and tired. This is something to keep in mind. If you have ordered enough extra, you can extend the life of your flooring by replacing a few tiles directly under the area where the wheels roll. This is only possible if you ordered extra. Castor chairs mats made of clear polycarbonate can also be purchased online as an alternative.
How many individual carpet tiles are there in a box?
A. Each box has 20 tiles, each of which can cover an area equal to 5 square meters or 53 square feet.
Can I Install Carpet Tiles in an Outdoor Garage?
A. The answer is yes; many of our clients have carpet tiles installed in their garages. Whether you plan to park a classic or treasured sports car on it or an everyday driver on it, or if one end of the garage is used for a workshop or utility room, then carpet tiles are ideal for this type of situation. If you intend to park an everyday driver on it, then carpet tiles are not ideal. If you plan to drive a car on them, we suggest that you use a dark color and that you make sure the tiles are firmly adhered to the ground in such a way that they will not "pop" out when the steering wheel is turned or when the car is driven over them. If you intend to use it as a games room in which no vehicles will be used, then any color will do; however, you should pay close attention to the type of finish that would suit the floor the best. In all honesty, this comes down to individual preference. Again, if the tile is going to be used for a workshop, the most practical option is one that is slightly more durable and has a dark color.
The same can be said for a room dedicated to gaming. Tiles with a smoother pile are easier to vacuum, but they aren't always appropriate for the area. Because of this, we recommend that you take advantage of our free sample service in order to find a tile that is appropriate for the area and is priced affordably for you.
The question "What about the floor preparation for a garage?" is one that we get asked quite frequently. When garages are built from the ground up, they often have a floor that is what is known in the industry as a "tamped" floor. At this point in the process, the concrete floor is being poured, and the construction workers will use a long scaffold board to tap up and down on the surface to level it. They will then use a screed to remove any excess concrete and ensure that the floor is level. The surface of the floor is left with lines or ridges when this method is used. This finish, which has a rough appearance, was chosen so that the tires of the car or other vehicle will not slip as easily as they would on a shiny floor. The other reason is that the builders are aware that the majority of people do not cover the garage floor with a conventional floor covering and instead leave it in its original bare concrete state. Because the rest of the house will either be carpeted or tiled, the floor in the rest of the house is smooth. If the floor of your garage has deep grooves or ridges, you will need to use an appropriate self-leveling compound to ensure that the surface of the floor is completely flat and that it is now suitable to lay carpet tiles on top of it.
If you want to seal the floor, you can get various solutions from your local flooring supplies. However, our CTT tackifier solution can be diluted with water and painted on before applying another coat of adhesive that has not been diluted in order to get ready to lay carpet tiles on top of it.
