Are you wondering what’s causing your carpets to buckle and wrinkle? Well, you’re not alone and it’s a very common occurrence among carpets.
Keep reading to learn more about some of the common causes so that you can take preventive measures in the future.
Quality of your carpet
Low-quality carpet and padding may save you some money upfront, but in the long run it can cost you. When choosing carpet for your home, make sure the padding you buy is compatible with the carpet itself. Mixing and matching can cause buckling and wrinkling.
If you are purchasing cut-pile carpet (the most common kind because it is softer underfoot compared to looped carpets), select padding that is no thicker than 7/16 of an inch and no less than a six-pound density. Check with the manufacturer for specs on your specific carpet. Selecting improper padding can void the manufacturer’s warranty and lead to wrinkles and ripples. Source: Angi
Humidity
Humidity is also listed as the major culprit behind the problem of carpet buckling. Humidity tends to occur on carpet whenever there is some sort of drastic climate change such as from summer to winter and during this period, moisture penetrates you carpet. It could also result in swelling of the carpet. Once the buckling problem has existed in your house, it can be cured by the help of air conditioners as well as dehumidifiers. You should always make sure that a professional is carrying out the process of carpet stretching.
Heavy items
Carpet buckling is known to be common in instances in which the heavy items such as upholstery is being dragged upon the surface of the carpet. Once you are done with dragging the items, your carpet would tug. You should lift the heavy furnishings instead of dragging them. Source: Marks Carpet Cleaning
New home construction – Common builder problems
New home builders can cut corners to save time and money. In the building community, they have a hard time finding and keeping experienced subs like carpet installers. That’s how you can end up with wrinkles in your carpet. Most carpets that are builder-grade last from 3 to 5 years. Source: Auburn Carpet Specialists
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