Install Floor Molding Before Carpet

When you opt to install the baseboards first set them 1 4 inch above the.

Install floor molding before carpet.

When installing baseboards before carpet ask the installer how large of a gap to leave between the floor and the trim e g. Drill 1 16 inch holes every 16 inches through the baseboard angled downward toward the wall plate. Cut away the old paint and caulk along the top edge of the trim. Most standard baseboards these days are 3 1 4 in.

Scrape and sand off any remaining glue or caulk left on the wall. If you see some cut a few braces from 4 to 6 in. The carpet installer can run the tack strip up to the trim then roll excess carpet under the trim. Thick which makes them pretty doggone flexible.

Lengths of scrap baseboard and put 45 degree angles on the ends. Remove any nails that remain in the drywall. First hold the base molding against the wall after you cut it to length and look for gaps. However consult with your installer to be.

For most installers this is not a problem and can be done easily. 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. Hammer tack nails through these holes into the wall plate.

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.