Installation Instructions

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CRI 105 - STANDARD For INSTALLATION of RESIDENTIAL CARPET Copyright © 2019 by The Carpet and Rug Institute, Inc.
Broadloom Carpet
12.4
Seam Sealing
Refer to Broadloom Carpet > Carpet Seaming > Sealing Edges/Seams > Seam Sealing (direct
glue down only) section of this document.
12.5
Rolling
After the required amount of adhesive has been applied to the floor and the prescribed open
time has been allowed, the carpet is carefully placed into the adhesive. To insure an
adequate bond, it is then required that the carpet be uniformly pressed into the adhesive
using a roller designed for this purpose. Rolling should be performed with the lightest roller
that will cause the adhesive ridge pattern to transfer to the back of the carpet while still
leaving the adhesive bonded to the floor. Do not exceed 75 lbs. unless specifically directed
by the manufacturer. Roll the carpet in both length and width directions.
NOTE: In some circumstances, re-rolling is required as well as the placement of weights in
problematic areas.
12.6
Finishing at Wall Line
Finish the installation along the wall line leaving a net, smooth, neat, and secure fit.
12.7
Post Installation
Post installation covers the correct procedures after the carpet installation has been
completed.
12.7.1
Curing Adhesives
It is recommended that traffic over field-applied adhesive installations be restricted to
installation personnel only for a minimum of 24-48 hours to allow adhesives to cure properly.
Premature traffic will cause installation failure. Restrict carpet exposure to water from
cleaning or other sources for a minimum of 30 days.