Removing Foam Backed Carpet Glue Stairs

Removing it the wrong way could cause damage to the floor and to the carpet and that s the last thing you want.

Removing foam backed carpet glue stairs.

The bulk of carpet adhesives are spreadable and although most are water soluble they don t necessarily dissolve in water once they have cured the same is true of latex paint. Stairs are often located at the entryway to your home so removing old carpet and adding a fresh style can make a lasting impact and serve as a welcome greeting to all. It s not uncommon to find floors covered with foam backing material that s been glued straight to the floor. Successfully removing carpet adhesive.

In many cases it may be more appropriate to remove the backing by sanding with a floor sander or a floor buffer and a 36 grit sanding screen. After scraping up the foam backing i poured some of the sentinel on a small area of the floor and spread it around with an old mop. You may also come across adhesive from self sticking carpets. Sand off old carpet backing.

My final method looked something like this.