Remove Carpet Underpad — Scrape Away Carpet Padding
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How to Remove Glued Carpet Padding from Stairs · Step 2 of 5
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Once the main carpet is removed, the underpad will be exposed. This foam-like material is typically stapled to the stair treads and risers. Start by finding an edge and pulling the underpad up. It should tear relatively easily. As you pull, be cautious of the tack strips underneath the underpad, as their sharp nails can cause injury. Dispose of the underpad in a garbage bag as it can break into many small, messy pieces.
Remove Carpet Underpad — Scrape Away Carpet Padding
Part of project
How to Remove Glued Carpet Padding from Stairs · Step 2 of 5
In this video
Once the main carpet is removed, the underpad will be exposed. This foam-like material is typically stapled to the stair treads and risers. Start by finding an edge and pulling the underpad up. It should tear relatively easily. As you pull, be cautious of the tack strips underneath the underpad, as their sharp nails can cause injury. Dispose of the underpad in a garbage bag as it can break into many small, messy pieces.