I can t say that for all installers.
Carpet seam sits taller than the carpet any cures.
We would term an unacceptable seam those that are not flush with each other or cause a gap between the pieces of carpet.
Actually very few around here.
In order to make sure that the seam is sealed properly apply gentle constant pressure.
I would cut and prep the field piece first and then cut and prep the cross seams if any.
I cool those of with the straight edge.
Position the seaming iron.
After a completed carpeting installation carpet seams are one of the most common complaints an installer receives.
Then i would do a quick clean up and bring in the srtetcher install metal trims and anything else that needs doing.
Follow the tape and iron manufacturer s recommendations for heating times.
If the installer doesn t explain what carpet seams are that also adds fuel to the fire.
Seam peaking occurs when the seam is set and then stretching occurs as the installation process is.
This device is meant to ensure that the seams stay sealed for a long time and works well at doing so.
Place a carpet seaming iron under the two pieces of carpet against the carpet seam tape and plug in the iron.
Some carpets hide seams better then others.
Since many homeowners don t understand carpet seaming they may not be satisfied with the install once they find a seam.
I am confident enough in my seaming stretching abilities to place a seam in the middle of the room is nothing to me.
Simply apply the sealer to the gap and allow it to dry fully.
Window lighting has a lot to do with carpet layout and seam placement in difficult to seam carpet.
Depending on the type of tape you use you might need to heat it for several minutes to begin activating the adhesive on the seam tape.