Carpet fitters join carpets primarily using heat and an adhesive seaming strip to create a seamless and symmetrical look.
The Seaming Process
Based on expert installation techniques, joining carpet involves carefully aligning the edges and applying heat to activate a bonding agent on a special strip placed underneath. The goal is to make the joined sections look flawless, as if they were a single piece of carpet.
Here's a breakdown of the process described:
- Alignment: The carpet sections are carefully positioned to ensure the pattern (if any) is symmetrical and the seam will be as invisible as possible.
- Seaming Strip: An adhesive seaming strip is placed beneath the edges of the carpet where the join will occur. The adhesive on this strip is typically heat-activated.
- Applying Heat: A hot iron is then applied underneath the carpet directly onto the seaming strip. This heat melts or activates the adhesive.
- Bonding: As the iron passes, the carpet edges are pressed down onto the now-sticky seaming strip, creating a strong, permanent bond between the two pieces.
This method, often referred to as "hot-melt seaming," is a standard technique used by professional carpet fitters to join large areas of carpet or connect separate pieces to fit the dimensions of a room. The result, when done correctly, is a durable join that makes the carpet appear continuous.
