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Berber Carpet Repair
Berber carpet repair is a trick worth your time to learn because Berber can be damaged. Pulls in Berber carpet are some of the most common damages, so repairing Berber carpet pulls is important to learn. Mending Berber carpet holes and cleaning stains is another good set of skills to have. Repairing a burn on Berber carpet can be as easy as mending Berber carpet, or it may require a professional. If you are installing Berber carpet in your home or office, learning how to repair Berber carpet is important to keep your carpet looking good for years.
The beauty of Berber carpeting is unmatched in carpets, and keeping it looking beautiful is a main concern of many consumers. Of course, the best way to keep your Berber looking great is to take precautions against damaging it in the first place, but sometimes accidents just can't be helped. That is why you need to learn more about what to do in case you experience damage to your Berber. Then you will be prepared for anything!
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Berber carpet repair is not very difficult and in many cases, you can fix the damage yourself with just a little time and work. That is great news for homeowners because it will save money by being able to take care of your carpeting yourself. If your Berber carpet has a pull, one way to fix this is to squirt a little non-water-based glue, like hot glue, into where the carpet was connected and then squish it back in place. You may need to hold up the loop for a couple of minutes until the glue dries somewhat to keep the loop from falling into the glue, but this is a small price to pay for fixing your Berber.
What if your dog or other animal has chewed your Berber carpet? The best way to take care of this repair is to take a patch of carpet from your closet or other area where it will not be noticed and replace the damaged area. Place it carefully to make sure that the loops are going in the same direction. This method is more difficult than other ways to mend Berber carpet, but if you take your time, then you'll be able to get it back to almost normal.
Berber carpet burns are one of the most difficult damages to fix. It may be best to call in a professional to take care of any burns in your carpet. Of course, you could try to replace the burned spot with a patch of carpet from a closet, but if you don't want to try this, then there are professionals available that can help you with your burn on Berber carpet as well.
Most of the time the major issues with Berber carpet is stains, especially if you have children or pets. The best thing to do for stains is to gently blot them with a clean, dry cloth and then clean as directed by the carpet manufacturer. Due to the thickness of the loops, it is very important to remove as much of the excess liquid or solid as possible before trying to clean or you could end up seeing the stain again and again.
If you are unsure about how to go about fixing damage to your Berber carpet, then it is probably best to consult a professional. Berber carpet is a huge investment and if you are not comfortable repairing it yourself, then you need to find someone who is a professional at how to repair Berber carpet. It will be well worth your money and time.
Comments
Andrea,
If you can match up the carpet, you could carefully cut out a square and replace it. Be sure to cut along the lines and use carpet glue along the edges so that it does not pull up or fray.
If the burn is not that deep/bad, you may be able to shave the top off of the fibers with a razor. You would need to be careful to not cut into the carpet. This will look a little different, but if it's it a discreet area, may work well.
The Flooring Lady at October 16, 2009 08:13 AM
After moving furniture in the bedrooms my berbur carpet is very matted down where the furniture used to be. Is there any way to revive my carpet? I once seen on TV that you can use an iron and wet cloth. How does that work?
Jim Holbritter at October 29, 2009 06:36 AM
Jim,
A hot iron on steam, with a damp cloth would add moisture to the carpet. This would allow the fibers to swell up and be able to be brushed. I have not personally used this method and would be very careful not to burn the carpet, or to get it too wet. The berber should recover its shape over time and with regular vacuuming.
The Flooring Lady at October 30, 2009 10:01 AM
My vacuum picked up a small loop of my berber caroet and pulled up a two foot piece of it...can it be repaired???
meg at November 6, 2009 09:43 AM
Oh my gosh! My husband was just vacuuming and the same thing happened to us. I could cry right now! Is there some way of weaving it back in??
Michele at November 6, 2009 10:44 AM
what is the best glue to use for carpet repair? is there such a thing as 'carpet glue'?
Mike at November 7, 2009 02:52 PM
Meg and Michele,
If your Berber carpet has a pull, one way to fix this is to squirt a little non-water-based glue, like hot glue, into where the carpet was connected and then squish it back in place. You may need to hold up the loop for a couple of minutes until the glue dries somewhat to keep the loop from falling into the glue, but this is a small price to pay for fixing your Berber.
The Flooring Lady at November 12, 2009 12:04 PM
Mike,
The best glue would be a non-water-based glue, like hot glue. But, yes, there are carpet glues available at home centers that may work for you.
The Flooring Lady at November 12, 2009 12:17 PM
My puppy chewed up our berber carpet right where it butts up against the marble surround on our fireplace. The only place I can get some carpet to replace it is possibly from under the entertainment center, but this will be a problem when we go to sell the house. Are these carpets hard to match at the store, mine is about 7 years old. And how hard it is to replace a piece that butts up against a marble slab? Thanks in advance.
tracy at November 12, 2009 01:20 PM
Tracy,
I would call local carpet stores in your area. Maybe even try going to a couple with a photo of the carpeting.
Many carpet stores will have remnant peices available that you could use to patch your carpet.
The Flooring Lady at November 18, 2009 10:54 AM
