Mastering the Carpet Kicker: Learn the Best Techniques

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  • Опубликовано: 21 янв 2025

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  • @edsumpter4888
    @edsumpter4888 Год назад +26

    Great video. I like how you take your time to explain and SHOW each element of the strip, kicker and one's body. Your video did more than teach. Your deliberate, unrushed style made me feel more comfortable. Your calmness helps me feel like I can do it. Thanks so much!!

  • @just2lovable
    @just2lovable 11 месяцев назад +24

    I’m autistic and I was seriously struggling with the vague instructions on all the knee kicker videos. Good grief you go into some detail in this video!! I finally feel comfortable trying this thank you so much

    • @andyh6820
      @andyh6820 5 месяцев назад +1

      I'm not autistic and I also struggled to find a helpful and useful video, so it's not just you 😂

  • @IFNH8UALL
    @IFNH8UALL 2 года назад +23

    I've been flooring for 13 years. I still watch your videos for refreshers and to pick up new tricks.

  • @markmaclellan9474
    @markmaclellan9474 Год назад +7

    I've watched several videos about this but yours is by far the best. Thanks!

    • @FloorsbySouthernboys
      @FloorsbySouthernboys  Год назад +1

      Thank you for your feedback, I appreciate that and I’m glad that you found this video useful

  • @Nightbird-u2z
    @Nightbird-u2z 11 месяцев назад +2

    Thanks for the tutorial. I've reserved a Home Depot knee kicker rental tomorrow for my Saturday afternoon project to reposition a small area of my living room carpet that is pulling away from the dining room transition strip. I feel confident after watching this that I'll do a good job.

  • @bluemosquedesign
    @bluemosquedesign Год назад +4

    Awesome how to video. Thanks for taking the time to explain the tricks in such a straightforward way. No fluff, no condescension, just a friendly mentor. The cool old guy on the jobsite showing the n00b all the useful tricks without showing off.

  • @keithgould6816
    @keithgould6816 3 года назад +63

    Love your videos. Fun fact: I counted 53 times you said "OK".

  • @mikec64
    @mikec64 Год назад +5

    This was so helpful! The demo and explanation of position, posture, every little detail was exactly what I needed to have confidence doing that. It's clear you're 100% pros. Thank you!

    • @FloorsbySouthernboys
      @FloorsbySouthernboys  Год назад

      Man that’s great news, thank you

    • @rodneysmith247
      @rodneysmith247 Год назад

      I installed carpet for 30 years and the big mistake beginners make just like I was is to kick the carpet more than once in the same spot. If you do you will feel it in your knee more cuz the 2nd kicks not moving the carpet. Also leaning forward just a bit putting more weight down right where you're holding the kicker helps move the carpet more.

  • @bobbyz7736
    @bobbyz7736 Год назад +2

    Thanks for all your flooring videos. It really helps us learn how to install properly.

  • @trottee69
    @trottee69 Год назад

    Great video! Most don’t explain how the kicker works. Really helped. Well done. Ok.

  • @splanzza
    @splanzza Год назад +1

    Great video. All tinny finesse points on how to use it. Tried it at first and realized I need help. You provided all little details one needs to know. Thanks 👊💪👍

  • @str8edgepunker
    @str8edgepunker 3 месяца назад

    Thank you sir, your video helped me use a carpet kicker and get my carpet back into place. Thank you!

  • @annabeebank
    @annabeebank 3 месяца назад +1

    Absolutely perfectly explained . I tried to fit my bedroom carpet it was fitted quite well but some faults which I recognise I did wrong . I’m fitting my living room next week so hopefully I’ll do a better job with all of your advice!!! Thank you

  • @quentinparramore1690
    @quentinparramore1690 Месяц назад

    Very helpful brother thank you for making this video

  • @garrygiordano4059
    @garrygiordano4059 2 года назад +3

    Excellent, detailed explanation on using carpet kicker.

  • @icharodriguez2634
    @icharodriguez2634 3 месяца назад +1

    Thanks!

  • @cmeeoutdoors7556
    @cmeeoutdoors7556 Год назад

    This was a great video. Clear and to the point, thank you.

  • @NAFO_Badger_Brigade
    @NAFO_Badger_Brigade 2 месяца назад

    This is the best video on use of the basic tools for those seeking to add carpet fitting to their skills! Any thoughts on techniques or appropriate methods for relaying carpet after a sliding wardrobe doors install? The wardrobe track is only a few millimetres high.

  • @NAFO_Badger_Brigade
    @NAFO_Badger_Brigade 2 месяца назад

    Thank you for these really helpful tips. I'm relaying carpet after a sliding wardrobe install but struggling to get it to hold back in. Presumably relaying carpet requires a more forceful stretch?

  • @Me547
    @Me547 Год назад +3

    Wonder if I can get some knee kicker advice? I had a cat pee incident in a small hallway and I had trouble with the smell even after cleaning. After peeling back the carpet I realized it was the pad so I replaced that and now I’m trying to put back the carpet. The tack strips are fine. Should I stretch down the length of the hallway (it’s about seven feet) or across (4 feet) first? Logically I think it would be the long way first but I’m not sure.

    • @FloorsbySouthernboys
      @FloorsbySouthernboys  Год назад

      You are correct

    • @Me547
      @Me547 Год назад +1

      @@FloorsbySouthernboys thank you! Your videos are amazing btw!

    • @rodneysmith247
      @rodneysmith247 Год назад

      Before you do the long way you have to stretch 3ft of the short side 1st then gi the long way and then finish back the rest of the short length. He should show how to do a room from start to finish. If your carpets not stretched that good it will start to get wrinkles. If your carpet didn't have wrinkles before and you get it back like before it should be fine.

  • @AtonalMeasureRecords
    @AtonalMeasureRecords Год назад +1

    Great video, thanks for putting this up here !

  • @turboduckhead6179
    @turboduckhead6179 22 дня назад

    Great tips

  • @bimocular4312
    @bimocular4312 9 месяцев назад +1

    Cheers mate, appreciate the rundown

    • @FloorsbySouthernboys
      @FloorsbySouthernboys  9 месяцев назад

      You’re welcome

    • @bimocular4312
      @bimocular4312 9 месяцев назад

      @@FloorsbySouthernboys any tips on pulling up carpet to screw heads down further? I have a couple I can feel through underlay foam

  • @dustystinson1891
    @dustystinson1891 3 года назад +2

    Good to see a new video ruebin. Hope your doing well !greetings from Canada

  • @kirkhepburnmiddleagedwhiteguy
    @kirkhepburnmiddleagedwhiteguy 2 года назад +1

    Tools4flooring is definitely my got source for tools and some supplies. Bro, Love what you're doing.

  • @lesleehill2641
    @lesleehill2641 Год назад +1

    This was so helpful!! Thank you so much

  • @tylerbartlett7655
    @tylerbartlett7655 6 месяцев назад

    Great informational video!

  • @Stratster68
    @Stratster68 3 года назад +2

    We always used a hammer (the head) to do what his left hand is doing. About 40 years of carpet installation. Good video!

    • @FloorsbySouthernboys
      @FloorsbySouthernboys  3 года назад

      😀👍

    • @fkloh3289
      @fkloh3289 2 года назад +1

      It seems like there's a lot of impact to the kneel from using the kneel kicker. Just curious, will there be any permanent damage to the kneel over the long term. Cheers!

    • @rodneysmith247
      @rodneysmith247 Год назад

      ​@fkloh3289 most lighter weight carpets stretches more unlike big thick higher pile carpets that should be installed with a power stretcher. The less the carpet stretches the more ow ezs 😢

  • @crazyawakening
    @crazyawakening Год назад +1

    Thanks good vid body alignment is always key seems especially here

  • @keithpeterson2
    @keithpeterson2 Год назад +1

    Great info . Thanks!

  • @chrisstansen4083
    @chrisstansen4083 3 года назад +1

    Thanks, off to a job in Melbourne Australia now I have the basics!

  • @rayblanco7086
    @rayblanco7086 3 года назад +1

    Thank you for all your videos you really help me you are the best💪

  • @pleappleappleap
    @pleappleappleap 6 месяцев назад +1

    I've seen people mashing down on the tack strip with a chisel each time they kick. Does that work?

    • @FloorsbySouthernboys
      @FloorsbySouthernboys  6 месяцев назад +1

      @@pleappleappleap actually want to put the chisel directly against the wall. It will go between the Tax strip and the wall, and that will work.

    • @FloorsbySouthernboys
      @FloorsbySouthernboys  6 месяцев назад +1

      @@pleappleappleap yes it wil

  • @peterxyz3541
    @peterxyz3541 2 месяца назад

    Thanks, useful

  • @Jerrid208
    @Jerrid208 3 года назад +3

    Good looking kicker rube

  • @joecucciarre1430
    @joecucciarre1430 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for sharing

  • @1motoke
    @1motoke 8 месяцев назад

    That was a great thank you.

  • @scotthines942
    @scotthines942 Год назад +1

    How much stretch percentage do you get kicking a full room?

    • @FloorsbySouthernboys
      @FloorsbySouthernboys  Год назад

      Very little, not enough to last long term getting wrinkles bubbles in your carpet

    • @FloorsbySouthernboys
      @FloorsbySouthernboys  Год назад

      The carpet and rug institute states that a person must stretch the carpet 1 to 1 1/2% of the length of the room

  • @shanerusson5464
    @shanerusson5464 3 года назад +3

    Lol I love watching first timers try to kick carpet in. I wish you all luck 👍

  • @DontJudasMe
    @DontJudasMe 2 года назад +1

    Newbie question- the other RUclips video I watched said not to stretch pad but to cut it back away from the tack strip?

    • @FloorsbySouthernboys
      @FloorsbySouthernboys  2 года назад

      Pad should not be stretched and cut flush with the tax strip, as small as gap as possible without overlapping Tackstrip

    • @dubmob151
      @dubmob151 9 месяцев назад

      Can it be done without using tack strips for a more casual carpet installation? This is in a small 13 foot room without anyone running around, and I'm wondering if just putting the baseboard molding on top would be sufficient. Otherwise I might just use some crown staples to hold it in place.

  • @asainidea1365
    @asainidea1365 2 года назад +2

    Lots of help thank you

  • @douglassnyder2719
    @douglassnyder2719 2 года назад +1

    Now does the padding need to be on the tack strip before kicking the carpet is kicked into place, or does it do both at one time

    • @FloorsbySouthernboys
      @FloorsbySouthernboys  2 года назад +1

      The pad should not be on the strip ever

    • @douglassnyder2719
      @douglassnyder2719 2 года назад +1

      @@FloorsbySouthernboys Ok thank you, much appreciated, this is my first carpet!! 👍

  • @seniorpooter7924
    @seniorpooter7924 3 года назад +2

    dude thanks for showing details to the job hope to see more man new sub btw lol

  • @adambaird8284
    @adambaird8284 3 года назад +2

    or just use a power stretcher .. barley use my kicker , maybe closets or hallways... good video thanks for the info

  • @justsaygold
    @justsaygold 3 года назад +3

    Nice video! 😊👍

  • @thomashart4188
    @thomashart4188 3 года назад +2

    No speed catt to crease whilst kicking? That red handled tool, does it do much the same Ruben? Been looking for one in UK for ages and can't find em. T

    • @michelroberts4331
      @michelroberts4331 3 года назад +1

      Sweeny Todd used to have them in the UK. I ordered mine from Tools for flooring above. I also have one of the original speetcats with the adjustable wheels from about 25 years ago. I much prefer the eztuck to the speedcat

    • @michelroberts4331
      @michelroberts4331 3 года назад +1

      Don t forget that since Brexit there is no import duty to be paid on goods valued at under £130.00 .I just got a Kneeless carpet stretcher last week from Canada and have been playing with that for the last few days which has been fun. I have ordered loads of stuff from tools4flooring usually takes about two weeks to get to London

    • @FloorsbySouthernboys
      @FloorsbySouthernboys  3 года назад

      @@michelroberts4331 Thank you for that information about ordering, that was nice to know

    • @FloorsbySouthernboys
      @FloorsbySouthernboys  3 года назад

      Yeah it pretty much does the same thing only this one actually fits in my hand better since I have a bad wrist

    • @ell6826
      @ell6826 3 года назад

      @@michelroberts4331 what’s the link to get one? Could do with one

  • @Ru556
    @Ru556 3 года назад +4

    Always wondered ... thanks! Setting the teeth depth, I guess you have to get them so that they're deep enough, but not catching the underlay? Otherwise that will bunch against the tack strip? So, teeth right out would only suit a certain depth of carpet?

    • @rodneysmith247
      @rodneysmith247 Год назад

      Yes very smart of you. If the pad is not stapled or glued to the floor the padding will move up over the tackstrip keeping it from doing its job. 😢

  • @terriromero5811
    @terriromero5811 2 года назад +1

    How do you clean the kicker teeth?

    • @FloorsbySouthernboys
      @FloorsbySouthernboys  2 года назад

      This is the best thing to use to clean out your kicker
      www.tools4flooring.com/taylor-tools-800-17-adjustable-row-tracker-kicker-pick-ii.html

  • @rodneysmith247
    @rodneysmith247 Год назад

    When you go to get your 1st stretch overlap the extra carpet that runs up wall back down over towards the kickers adjustable teeth dial while placing the kicker the right distance from the wall. Now you should just be able to see a very small space showing some of the tackstrip. This will help get a better stretch instead of it running up the wall. Generally the carpet stretches mostly the 1st stretch and the following kicks will not stretch as much and the overlapping back over the kickers head only works the 1st kick or stretch. Running the head of a hammer over the carpet will help set the tackstrip pins into the carpet as well as stepping directly down onto the strip if you have limited tools.

  • @fucheduck
    @fucheduck 3 года назад +1

    had a major sewage problem my master bathroon toilet blew out a ton of water so I am fanning out the unlaid carpet/padding. had a fan running at full blast for a few days! smells like a bait shop of long dead minnows! very pungient! the bildge water that came up did so after a hard rain too! from a citiy sewer so god only knows whose water it was! the carpet is salavageble but the padding will have to be replaced. but only in the area that was wet. I am wanting to just cut off some of the padding about 5x12 in the master bedroom where the disaster bildge water ended up! and wanted to know if I could just use a carpenter's knife to cut off the bad area and just replace the padding with new padding. my tack strips also got damaged. that will be the part I need special tools.

  • @ninawade3055
    @ninawade3055 3 года назад +2

    Thank You so much,just what I wanted to know

  • @111squire111
    @111squire111 3 года назад +1

    Great Video.

  • @grumpy_dad_diy
    @grumpy_dad_diy 2 года назад +1

    great how to boys, thanks

  • @deborahbaker1171
    @deborahbaker1171 2 года назад +1

    Terrific info thanks!

  • @KeytonsChannel
    @KeytonsChannel 2 года назад +1

    Nice informative video

  • @janpalmer3025
    @janpalmer3025 7 месяцев назад

    I have mastered the knee kicker, but the power stretcher looks like an easier and more effective tool.

  • @samuraisaint2360
    @samuraisaint2360 Год назад

    Thank you

  • @notv6548
    @notv6548 2 года назад +1

    Great instructional video!

  • @rodneysmith247
    @rodneysmith247 2 года назад +4

    There are 4 sets of teeth on the kicker and generally there is a matching very short wire like cotton teeth to also help grip into the carpet yarn. Over time they will become clogged with yarn fibers. If not cleaned out it may cause the teeth to slip through the carpet leaving marks from the yanked out yarn or kicker burns. Kicking in the carpet to hard or multiple times in the same spot will have the same effect. Also when the carpet is stretched you'll know because the carpet has very little stretch left and you will fell it in your knee from hitting a stationary object. Your knee caps will thank you for always not using them to hit the pad. 😁

  • @kirkhepburnmiddleagedwhiteguy
    @kirkhepburnmiddleagedwhiteguy 2 года назад +8

    Much better leverage with kicker fully extended. In tight space, when using your kicker, be careful not to push off of sheet rock and break it like I did.

    • @FloorsbySouthernboys
      @FloorsbySouthernboys  Год назад

      Yup

    • @rodneysmith247
      @rodneysmith247 Год назад

      Some of the older home have a smaller bottom plate with plaster walls and your power stretcher foot or your shoe will go through the wall to cuz there isn't a higher 2x4 bottom plate to push off of.

  • @ernestwilson5591
    @ernestwilson5591 3 года назад +1

    Good video.

  • @McZurneyTruSaw
    @McZurneyTruSaw 2 года назад +3

    Why not use a power stretcher as recommended by carpet manufacturers?

    • @FloorsbySouthernboys
      @FloorsbySouthernboys  Год назад +1

      This is for diy people

    • @rodneysmith247
      @rodneysmith247 Год назад +1

      You can't tell if carpets have been installed with only a knee kicker if done right. The manufactures how to is 1 more way for them to screw customers out a the warranty or guarantee.

    • @FloorsbySouthernboys
      @FloorsbySouthernboys  Год назад +1

      @@rodneysmith247 you can absolutely tell if it is done with a knee kicker or a power stretcher if you know anything about carpet installation

    • @McZurneyTruSaw
      @McZurneyTruSaw Год назад

      @@FloorsbySouthernboys ohh i see now

    • @McZurneyTruSaw
      @McZurneyTruSaw Год назад

      @@rodneysmith247 I disagree🫡

  • @williamp9158
    @williamp9158 3 года назад +3

    Why should I use a knee kicker? Isn't a power stretcher better?

    • @FloorsbySouthernboys
      @FloorsbySouthernboys  3 года назад +1

      Yes absolutely, unfortunately a lot of people don’t need one so this will help to their advantage and maybe save them from hurting themselves and then the carpet

  • @gibblesmash8203
    @gibblesmash8203 2 года назад +1

    than kyou

  • @leeochoa9803
    @leeochoa9803 2 года назад +1

    Anybody know why mine doesn’t stay ?

    • @rodneysmith247
      @rodneysmith247 Год назад

      If your referring to why your carpets not catching on the tackstrip? 1st make sure all the tackstrips are in good condition. 2nd your probably not stretching it enough to get the tackstrip pins to go into the backing of the carpet. Running a hammer over the carpet along the wall will force the pins into the carpet or walking down along side the baseboard will poke in the pins to get it to stick. 😮

  • @CarpetGuy-mv7fr
    @CarpetGuy-mv7fr 3 года назад +1

    Still waiting on cast iron radiator video how to tack strip around it and install the carpet or vinyl

    • @FloorsbySouthernboys
      @FloorsbySouthernboys  3 года назад +1

      Man those things are hard to come by, I haven’t seen one in years, as soon as I see one I promise I will get the video for sure

  • @fredtowns78
    @fredtowns78 3 года назад +1

    Hey Reuben.hows tool business doing!???

  • @SlavicUA
    @SlavicUA 3 года назад +2

    Hey Ruben! Where did you get that kicker? I haven't seen this kicker at any store. Did you make this one yourself?

    • @FloorsbySouthernboys
      @FloorsbySouthernboys  2 года назад

      Yes sir I sell them on my website, however I am out of stock I need to get more put together and added to my website soon

    • @SlavicUA
      @SlavicUA 2 года назад +1

      @@FloorsbySouthernboys oh I see. That's pretty awesome.

    • @FloorsbySouthernboys
      @FloorsbySouthernboys  2 года назад

      @@SlavicUA www.fbsb.store/tools-and-equipment

    • @rodneysmith247
      @rodneysmith247 Год назад

      Did carpet for 30 years and the Robert's 501gt is the best kicker. It's a longer version of the one he's using which gives your more leverage or bang for your $ 😁

  • @farealwitit7947
    @farealwitit7947 3 года назад +1

    gr8 vid bud thx!!!!

  • @kirkhepburnmiddleagedwhiteguy
    @kirkhepburnmiddleagedwhiteguy 3 года назад +3

    Knee kicker is for setting walls and tight areas to small for a power stretcher.

  • @douglasmorris8364
    @douglasmorris8364 3 года назад +9

    I'm concerned I see knee and hip problems for fitters later on in life. Good vid

    • @FloorsbySouthernboys
      @FloorsbySouthernboys  3 года назад +4

      You are exactly right my friend that’s why I do my best to push other tools and not using this kicker no more than a person has two, it is not for stretching carpet it is specifically made for positioning carpet and so many people miss use it

    • @danielmize6567
      @danielmize6567 2 года назад +1

      Carpet stretcher, not a knee kicker helps, but crawling around on your knees all day is gonna cause problems for sure.

    • @rodneysmith247
      @rodneysmith247 Год назад

      Did it for 30 years till I was 65 with no real knee problems. Always wore knee pads. Carrying carpet and roles of pad over your shoulder will do damage though. 😢

  • @savagee_elite4439
    @savagee_elite4439 2 года назад +1

    theres space between my thumb and the tac nails i assume

  • @calebkeener2434
    @calebkeener2434 2 года назад +1

    Helpful. Thank you. Pogchamp

  • @TheHomestead_life
    @TheHomestead_life 3 месяца назад

    Carpet tips with Uncle Si :D

  • @LyonsArcade
    @LyonsArcade 2 года назад

    "Unless you're an INCREDIBLY short person" LOL

  • @akbarshoed
    @akbarshoed 3 месяца назад

    You're a fukking good teacher

  • @raymondgordon465
    @raymondgordon465 3 года назад +2

    We were always taught to start fitting carpet against the pile and main stretch with the pile because you don't get a kick back resulting in a under stretched carpet.scottish fitter

    • @FloorsbySouthernboys
      @FloorsbySouthernboys  3 года назад

      Makes sense

    • @rodneysmith247
      @rodneysmith247 Год назад

      Guess they make carpet here in 🇺🇸 different cuz it stretches both "ways" just fine. Though you'd like "ways" not like waves from improper stretching. Universal technique is carpet layers lay m by the yard. 😁

  • @rp9674
    @rp9674 Год назад

    If you have the basic harbor freight $25 non-adjustable kicker, you can start this video at 3:15

  • @justinlaw2670
    @justinlaw2670 6 месяцев назад

    Use a power stretch. The reason it wasn't getting a good bite on the strip is because you really aren't moving the carpet a whole lot with a knee kicker. The only true way to STRETCH carpet is with a power stretcher. Also if the carpet is stiff use a heat gun on the back of the carpet and it will soften the carpet tremendously.

  • @monkeyswift100
    @monkeyswift100 3 года назад +1

    I found and instruction guide in my ROBERT'S Knee kicker....
    According to ROBERT'S, you are doing the AUTO HOOKING TECHNIQUE

  • @redvelvet1508
    @redvelvet1508 3 года назад +1

    It was an OK video.

  • @TangoCharlieAlpha
    @TangoCharlieAlpha 3 года назад +1

    Ok! 😁

  • @Cameron-ue7lu
    @Cameron-ue7lu 10 месяцев назад

    Thank you Southern Boys. Btw - do protect your knees or you'll be hobblin' in your old age.

  • @PenelopeShepherd
    @PenelopeShepherd 3 года назад +4

    thank you - it's ok to say ok nine hundred times a day

  • @ejg34
    @ejg34 3 года назад +6

    Boot, scoot, and boogie. Knee kick 100yds a day 😂

  • @shawnmoore5621
    @shawnmoore5621 3 года назад +1

    Greetings my friend!

  • @jeremylebel1963
    @jeremylebel1963 Год назад

    You can do it if you put your back into it.

  • @kirkhepburnmiddleagedwhiteguy
    @kirkhepburnmiddleagedwhiteguy 3 года назад +3

    Using a knee kicker is an acquired skill. You don't pick one up and start using it. It takes time.
    If you want a room put in then call a floor guy.
    The body position required to use a kicker feels unnatural, because it is.
    Your weight has to be properly positioned over the tool.
    It requires body coordination., The guy in the video is highly experienced, making it look far easier than it is.
    Call a carpet man. Save your body time and money.

    • @FloorsbySouthernboys
      @FloorsbySouthernboys  2 года назад

      😀👍

    • @rodneysmith247
      @rodneysmith247 2 года назад +2

      He didn't explain it only takes 1 kick in each spot when moving across a wall and any more kicking in the same spot will usually cause kicker burns and sore hip and knees from no more strecth or give in the carpet. If you are not athletically inclined stay away from a knee kicker

    • @rodneysmith247
      @rodneysmith247 Год назад

      There's more plenty of butchers that still don't install carpet right after 30 years cuz they were never taught the correct way. There's the ole saying once you learn how to install carpet you're to old to do it anymore. 😁

  • @roykeane2610
    @roykeane2610 3 года назад +2

    Anyone have an argument against stretching wall to wall?

    • @FloorsbySouthernboys
      @FloorsbySouthernboys  3 года назад +1

      This is a video showing how to use a knee kicker, not showing how to stretch carpet in a room😉👍

    • @roykeane2610
      @roykeane2610 3 года назад +2

      @@FloorsbySouthernboys yea i know.im from ireland and a power stretcher is rarely used and im an apprentice fitter.some people i work with just fit from width to width and lenght to length....others i work with fit into corners and stretch at angles just wanted to get peoples opinions.not sure yet which way i will install personally.

    • @FloorsbySouthernboys
      @FloorsbySouthernboys  3 года назад +3

      @@roykeane2610 Gotcha, here in the states most people will stretch a couple stretches crossed ways and then all of their stretches long ways and then come back and finish up cross ways

    • @roykeane2610
      @roykeane2610 3 года назад +1

      @@FloorsbySouthernboys right i see.could u do a video demonstration of how u strecth just a standard shaped room with a knee kicker or even a power strether.

    • @FloorsbySouthernboys
      @FloorsbySouthernboys  3 года назад +1

      @@roykeane2610 yes sir

  • @kirkhepburnmiddleagedwhiteguy
    @kirkhepburnmiddleagedwhiteguy 3 года назад +3

    For stretching carpet use a power stretcher, not a knee kicker. Carpet manufacturers require a percentage of stretch per linear foot of material to meet their specs. and warranty.

  • @pakmandan
    @pakmandan 2 года назад

    Okay

  • @kirkhepburnmiddleagedwhiteguy
    @kirkhepburnmiddleagedwhiteguy 3 года назад +1

    I see the worst carpet knife ever designed by Crain in your pouch. The improved 725 deluxe is my preferred carpet knife.

  • @jacobbuckley8232
    @jacobbuckley8232 2 года назад +1

    A kicker is a positioning tool not a stretcher. A power stretcher is the correct way to install wall to wall carpet. I've been installing 20yrs and my dad's been installing for 40yrs

  • @carpet180
    @carpet180 3 года назад +1

    👍🏻

  • @Swampgurl777
    @Swampgurl777 2 года назад +3

    Say goodbye to your knee working right later...

    • @FloorsbySouthernboys
      @FloorsbySouthernboys  2 года назад

      Yeah I completely agree, knee kickers are no joke and that should not be used for stretching at all, only positioning Carpet

    • @Swampgurl777
      @Swampgurl777 2 года назад +2

      I guess I was taught wrong because I never used the stretcher.... except for big rooms

    • @rodneysmith247
      @rodneysmith247 Год назад +1

      ​@@Swampgurl777no you weren't wrong only if you can't go back and see your mistakes to know them and correct them to be a better intaller.

    • @rodneysmith247
      @rodneysmith247 Год назад +1

      Hey swampgirl I was looking for an alligator pattern carpet or is that on the endangered species list? 🐊 😁

  • @vetiraq
    @vetiraq 3 года назад +1

    Ok

  • @kollabtv99
    @kollabtv99 Год назад +1

    No I would not do it.... Why not use a power stretcher?

  • @ditherdather
    @ditherdather 3 года назад +4

    The camera was so far away that I couldn't see the teeth you were talking about on the stretcher at all.

  • @ronb218
    @ronb218 Год назад

    Okay. Okay. Okay… 😁

  • @GregMayes-c2e
    @GregMayes-c2e 10 месяцев назад

    Increadablely short. Lol😂 I’ve never seen a short guy kick carpet. Too bad there’s no carpet in tiny houses!!