Install Floor Molding Before Carpet

You can install the baseboard over carpet that s already in place or you can install the baseboard before the carpet.

Install floor molding before carpet.

However consult with your installer to be. First hold the base molding against the wall after you cut it to length and look for gaps. High and 3 8 in. Lengths of scrap baseboard and put 45 degree angles on the ends.

Fit the molding to the wall flush against the carpet. Pull away the old trim with a pry bar. The carpet installer can run the tack strip up to the trim then roll excess carpet under the trim. Most standard baseboards these days are 3 1 4 in.

Cut away the old paint and caulk along the top edge of the trim. For most installers this is not a problem and can be done easily. If the molding is slightly long trim it at angled 1 16 inch increments from the end to fit the wall. If you see some cut a few braces from 4 to 6 in.

Remove any nails that remain in the drywall. 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. When you opt to install the baseboards first set them 1 4 inch above the. Hammer tack nails through these holes into the wall plate.

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