How to Install Indoor-Outdoor Carpet

For double-sided tape installation, place double-sided tape around the edge of the room and place a 6-inch-by-6-inch X every 2 feet on the subfloor. Leave the protective paper on the top side of the tape.

Position the carpet, allowing the edges to curl up against the wall. Remember to allow 3 inches on each side for trimming.

Trim around outside corners and protruding objects by making a vertical slice down the carpet. Cut the carpet from the top down to where it touches the floor.

To fit inside corners, cut the carpet in V-shaped cuts where it overlaps. Work your way down carefully, making several V-cuts until the carpet rests flat.

For rooms requiring seams, make sure the pile runs in the same direction to avoid apparent discoloration. Overlap the two pieces by at least 2 inches.

To make a double-cut seam, use a straight edge and sharp utility knife to cut a seam through both layers at the same time. Discard the cut strips.

Start from the wall and fold half of the carpet back without disturbing the bottom half.

If you choose to use adhesive for permanent installation, use a notched spreader to apply indoor-outdoor adhesive to the subfloor. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Slowly unroll the carpet into place over the adhesive. Smooth any bumpy areas. Repeat for the bottom half.

For installation using double-sided tape, remove the protective paper from the tape and fold the carpet back into place carefully. Repeat for the other half.

Use a 50-pound carpet roller to make the carpet adhere to the adhesive or tape.

Use a sharp utility knife to trim the edges of the carpet. Hold the knife parallel to the floor. Trim around the entire perimeter of the room. Tuck the carpet under the wall.

Apply seam adhesive at the seams and butt the seams together. If a slight buckle forms, work it out by pressing the seams together or rolling the area.

Clean off any excess adhesive with a mild solvent following the manufacturer's instructions.

Walk along the edges of the room to ensure proper adherence.

Use a metal binder strip or aluminum saddle to create a threshold to connect one room to another.