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Apply Adhesive to Carpet and Subfloor — Apply New Adhesive

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How to Re-Stick a Carpet Stair Tread That Is Lifting · Step 3 of 6

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Once both surfaces are clean and dry, apply a specialized carpet adhesive. Using a small applicator brush or a spatula, spread a uniform layer of adhesive onto the underside of the lifted carpet edge. Ensure the adhesive covers the entire area that will be re-bonded. Subsequently, apply a layer of adhesive or a suitable primer to the exposed stair tread where the carpet will sit. The video shows different types of adhesives being applied at various points; some appear to be directly from a squeeze bottle or can, and others spread with a brush or small spatula. This dual application ensures maximum bond strength.

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