Install Floor Molding Before Carpet

If the molding is slightly long trim it at angled 1 16 inch increments from the end to fit the wall.

Install floor molding before carpet.

Lengths of scrap baseboard and put 45 degree angles on the ends. Hammer tack nails through these holes into the wall plate. However consult with your installer to be. Drill 1 16 inch holes every 16 inches through the baseboard angled downward toward the wall plate.

When you opt to install the baseboards first set them 1 4 inch above the. Baseboards are often installed before flooring since they must be finished in place with either stain or paint and this is much easier without worrying about staining the hardwood tile or carpet. For most installers this is not a problem and can be done easily. Most standard baseboards these days are 3 1 4 in.

High and 3 8 in. You can install the baseboard over carpet that s already in place or you can install the baseboard before the carpet. First hold the base molding against the wall after you cut it to length and look for gaps. If you see some cut a few braces from 4 to 6 in.

When installing baseboards before carpet ask the installer how large of a gap to leave between the floor and the trim e g. Pull away the old trim with a pry bar. Cut away the old paint and caulk along the top edge of the trim. Remove any nails that remain in the drywall.

Scrape and sand off any remaining glue or caulk left on the wall.