Installing Baseboard Trim For Carpet

Preparing to install baseboards.

Installing baseboard trim for carpet.

Do not press the tape onto the baseboard we re not done with the tape yet. Place the baseboard simply set the baseboard on top of the carpet. For most installers this is not a problem and can be done easily. The carpet installer can run the tack strip up to the trim then roll excess carpet under the trim.

These can be reused over and over again so hold onto them. The idea is that you should. When installing baseboards before carpet ask the installer how large of a gap to leave between the floor and the trim e g. If the piece isn t long enough to reach the opposite side use a 30 degree angle to join the pieces.

Install subsequent baseboards using this procedure. Once the trim is fastened remove the short baseboard pieces and move these along as you install the baseboard. Tuck the tape under the baseboard. Determine the type of corner at the opposite end of the wall then cut the necessary inside or outside angle.

This is the basic method for baseboard installation for carpet applications. No baseboards do not need to be removed. Measure the length of a wall adjacent to the finished wall. The only thing that is different than any other baseboard installation is the small rise above the base floor.

Coping an inside corner joint. If it s going in a corner cut a 45 degree angle into it. Nail the baseboard in place with the sticks resting only lightly on the surface of the carpet. You may find these easiest to do in two foot strips rather than trying to run your tape along an entire wall at once.

Safety tips for installing baseboard. The first cut will mirror the corner cut of the molding already installed. However consult with your installer to be sure they have no concerns. Scarf and butt joints.

Do not push down on the baseboard so that it presses into the carpeting. Baseboard installation 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. Fasten the molding with nails. Tools and supplies to install baseboards.

Run your 2 masking tape roughly 1 2 an inch up onto the baseboard. Cut the baseboard get your baseboard cut to the exact length of the space you ll be putting it.