TACK STRIPS
Tack strips are slats of wood nailed to the floor around the outside edge of the area where the carpet will be installed. Each strip has angled pins sticking off the top that are designed to catch hold of the carpet and keep it in place, allowing it to be stretched tightly into position.
KNEE KICKER
The knee kicker is also called a carpet stretcher. It’s about a foot and a half long and has teeth at one end that grip the carpet. The installer places it onto the carpet and strikes the pad at the other end with one knee. This pushes the carpet forward, stretching it into place.
SEAM ROLLER
The seam roller is a spiked cylinder with a handle. The installer uses this tool to press down on the seam between two pieces of carpet, attaching them to the adhesive strip underneath. This creates a tight seam that helps the carpet withstand heavy foot traffic.
