Understand Carpet Stretching
Carpets can be stretched by hand or by machine.
When a carpet becomes full of wrinkles, it may need replacement. Fortunately, there is a simpler way to smooth out an uneven carpet without removing it altogether. This solution is called "carpet stretching."
Please keep reading to learn more about this money-saving technique.
What is carpet stretching?
All carpets buckle and wrinkle over time. This can happen when heavy furniture or foot traffic pulls on the carpet or simply from the wearing down of the glue and backing. Carpet stretching is a process of pulling a carpet taut, either manually or with a machine, to lengthen the carpet or smooth out wrinkles that have developed.
What are the benefits of carpet stretching?
As mentioned, carpet stretching can increase the size of a carpet or rug. It can also extend its life span. When a carpet begins to look shabby over time, stretching can give it the fresh, new look it had when first installed.
A stretched carpet fits snugly against the floor and can increase air circulation around the carpet fibers. This maintains a clean carpet because there aren't as many folds and overlapping fibers to catch dirt and dust.
Stretching a carpet
Carpets can be stretched by hand or by machine. Use hand tools to stretch smaller sections for repairing or resizing rugs and carpet areas. An automatic stretcher can use pressure and heat tools to stretch larger sections of the carpet or rug.
How to stretch a carpet
To stretch a carpet, follow these steps:
Remove any furniture that exerts pressure on the carpet.
Vacuum to start with a clean carpet.
Mark the carpet to note where to start and stop stretching.
Remove loose thread or carpet fibers.
Grab one section of the carpet with a firm hold. Pull it as taut and as evenly as possible.
Pull on the carpet until it is fully stretched. Guidelines recommend pulling until the carpet is 1 inch longer. This should be 2 inches longer than the original size for an entire room's carpet.
Give the carpet a resting period before returning the furniture to the room.
Stretch a carpet the right way
Even when a carpet is damaged or rutted, one can restore it with carpet stretching techniques. Carpet stretching can give any room a cleaner and fresher feel and help repair any visible wear in the carpet. If homeowners are concerned about the appearance of their carpets, they should consult a professional service for advice or a quote. The experts have all the equipment and knowledge to give the carpet a pristine appearance.
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