Can I install new carpet & pad over old carpet glue on concrete?
The current carpet in our basement room has no carpet pad. It is dated so we are looking to purchase some new carpet for this room. The current carpet was glued down. Do I need to take up all of the carpet glue before installing a new carpet with pad? Or will the pad simply absorb any imperfections on the concrete?
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March 2nd, 2010 at 11:51 pm
You can, but it’ll still feel like you’re walking on a rock
March 2nd, 2010 at 11:51 pm
You can do it that way but the chances are you’ll feel the difference through your new carpet and pad. Take the time to scrape up the glue. It’s tough work but you’ll really like the smooth soft feel of the new carpet and pad.
March 2nd, 2010 at 11:51 pm
Pull up the rug, leave the glue.
March 2nd, 2010 at 11:51 pm
Pull it up and scrape it. You have a chance to do it right the first time. If you don’t, you might end up doing it twice. A little work now will save you in the future.