CFI Carpet Installation Techniques 2

Question 1

When installing carpet on stairs, which method provides the most durable and professional result?

Accepted Answer

Cap-and-band method with tackless strips on each tread and riser

Answer

The cap-and-band method uses tackless strips on both the tread and riser, securing carpet at each step for a tight, durable installation.

Question 2

What is the correct direction to lay the pile of carpet in relation to the primary light source in a room?

Accepted Answer

Toward the primary light source or entrance

Answer

Carpet pile should face toward the primary light source or main entrance so it reflects light evenly and looks its best.

Question 3

During a glue-down carpet installation, adhesive is allowed to sit before carpet is laid. This wait time is called:

Accepted Answer

Open time

Answer

Open time is the period after adhesive is spread and before carpet is laid, allowing solvents to flash off and the adhesive to reach proper tack.

Question 4

When seaming two pieces of carpet together, the seam should be positioned:

Accepted Answer

Away from high-traffic areas and not under doors

Answer

Seams should be placed in low-traffic areas and not under doors, as foot traffic and door movement accelerate seam failure.

Question 5

What tool is used to trim the carpet edge tightly into the wall-floor junction after stretching?

Accepted Answer

Wall trimmer

Answer

A wall trimmer (also called an edge trimmer) cuts excess carpet flush with the baseboard for a clean finished edge.

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