Get rid of old, worn carpet using this straightforward method.
Chip Nadeau
Over time, carpet wears out.
The once-thick fabric can become compressed and flat, whileyears of small stainsor minor damages add up.
Credit:Chip Nadeau
Use this guide to learn how to remove carpet.
One way to get rid of old carpet is to take it to a local recycling center.
However, if the center doesnt accept carpet, you must take it to a nearby landfill for disposal.
Safety Considerations
Carpets are usually held in place by tack strips that are installed along the walls.
Next, use a pry bar to carefullyremove the baseboardsandshoe mouldings.
To remove the carpet, you oughta detach it from the tack strips.
Start in a corner.
Grab the carpet with gloved hands, pull up, and roll the first strip of carpet.
Repeat this process until the entire carpet has been removed.
Use pliers for a better grip on the carpet, if necessary.
Remove the Tack Strip
The tack strips are typically secured to the subfloor with nails.
Pull out the paint scraper and use the pry bar to pry up the tack strip.
