How To Replace A Section Of Carpet Padding

Carpet padding has a smooth side and a waffled side.

How to replace a section of carpet padding.

Older carpet in high traffic areas might be more faded. Install carpet pad so that any seams will be at right angles to those in the carpet. Tape neighboring pieces together with 2 to 3 inch masking tape or as directed by the manufacturer. Install new carpet pad.

Continue around the other edges of the patch in the same manner except in the case where an edge meets a wall as mentioned above. Laying the carpet padding is an important part of the carpeting installation process not only because it can make the carpeting feel more comfortable but it will also have an impact on the durability of the carpet. Overlap the edges of the new and old padding to cut straight abutting. Afterward position something heavy over the area to help set the seam.

In either event be prepared to vacuum up a lot of dirt and possible degraded carpet pad. Now it is time to install the carpet pad. Then use a carpet tractor image 2 to press the carpet down onto the seam tape to reinforce the bond. Use a staple hammer tacker to fasten the carpet pad against the edge of the tack strip.

A line or 2 of glue on the surface of the carpet pad will often be sufficient. If you are only replacing a 6x9 foot area with no seams i would likely just replace the carpet and pad if i could find a usable pattern on roll at lowes or home depot or a remnant at a dealer. Press it over the damaged area and turn until you reach the padding then pull out the circular piece and patch as you would a large section.