How to Patch a Hole in Carpet

A nasty stain or unsightly hole doesn't have to ruin the whole carpet. Patch it.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Carpet Glues
• Carpets Remnant
• Duct Tape
• Utility Knives
• Duct Tape

1. Cut out the entire damaged area with a utility knife. Try to do this with just one cut on each side and avoid cutting through the carpet pad.

2. Use the cut-out piece as a pattern to cut a new piece. Be sure to match the direction of the pile.

3. Spread carpet adhesive on the exposed carpet pad and on the back of the patch itself.

4. Put some adhesive under the edges of the carpet surrounding the hole as well.

5. Press the patch into the hole and rough up the pile with your fingertips.

6. Let the glue dry for about six hours and then vacuum the patched area.

Tips & Warnings

• If you accidentally cut the carpet pad, fasten it down with a piece of wide duct tape.
• If you don't happen to have extra matching carpet, get a remnant at a carpet store. Take your damaged piece with you when you go to the store to help you find a good match.
• Use a sharp blade in the utility knife for the best cut.
• Use caution when working with a utility knife.

on 11/22/2005 Get a bucket of hot water. Take a rag and slightly ring it out. Then slightly wet the area that is matted down. This will bring the carpet fibers together again. Use a brush to pull the fibers up while the carpet is still moist.

on 11/22/2005 If your carpet is burnt in a slight small area, it can be repaired. Use a sand stone and gather some upper fibers from some other areas. Rub the burnt area with sand paper and place the gathered threads or fibers onto the burnt area (with the help of a transparent glue). After putting a reasonable amount of fibers onto the area, your burnt spot will not appear as prominently.

on 11/22/2005 it will only cost you between 30 and 55 dollars per hour to have someone come and fix it, call around dont say yes to the first store(installer) you call. it would take less then an hour to fix but they will charge for a full hour

on 1/9/2008 Chances are you can use a piece of carpet from a back corner of a closet. If possible, replace the damaged part with the piece.