Many people choose carpeting as their floor covering of choice because it is beautiful, soft, and durable. A high-quality carpet can last for many years when properly cared for. However, carpet installation can result in a problem known as delamination.
What is delamination? It has to do with the backing of the carpet, into which the fibers are stitched. When the primary and secondary backings separate from each other, it is delamination. When it occurs over a large space, it almost always indicates a manufacturing problem linked to curing time, latex formation, or a similar issue.
It’s also possible for delamination to happen only near a seam. In this case, that means the installer most likely didn’t apply the seam sealer properly or use the right seaming iron temperature. If delamination is taking place in a small area, it is most likely due to a spill of solvent.
The good news is that a carpet repair tech can often fix this by re-laminating the pieces and making it as good as new.
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