{"title":"Tack Strip \u0026 Accessories","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Position the tack strip 1\/4\" from the wall to leave space to push the carpet underneath the baseboard, and make sure the pins are angled toward the wall. This opposing angle is what creates the tension that pulls the carpet tight. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTack trips are used during carpet installation to securely anchor the carpet and hold it taut. This prevents the carpet from shifting, bunching, or developing wrinkles over time. Along with padding, the strip creates a stable, even elevation around the room that prevents the carpet from rubbing directly against the subfloor, ensuring a comfortable feel underfoot. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor carpet installation over wood subfloors, a 1\" tack strip is your best choice, and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/120012\/capitol-extra-wide-wood-1-inch-tack-strip\"\u003eCAPITOL 120012 Extra-Wide Wood 1\" Tack Strip\u003c\/a\u003e meets the standards prescribed by the Carpet and Rug Institute, ensuring you best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are installing carpet over concrete subfloors, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/120013\/capitol-extra-wide-concrete-1-inch-tack-strip\"\u003eCAPITOL 120013\u003c\/a\u003e is ideal. And for large commercial or residential applications where part of the area has a wood subfloor and another part of the area has a concrete subfloor, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/120014\/capitol-dual-purpose-peel-and-stick-tack-strip\"\u003eCAPITOL 7\/8\" Dual-Purpose Peel \u0026amp; Stick Tack Strip\u003c\/a\u003e is your best choice – with the added convenience of the strong adhesive backing that securely holds the strip to the subfloor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your carpet installation calls for a tack strip that holds up to standard power stretching, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/20-1450\/roberts-smooth-edge-peel-and-stick-tack-strip-for-carpet-installation-3-pack\"\u003eROBERTS 20-1450 Smooth Edge Peel \u0026amp; Stick Tack Strip for Carpet Installation (3 Pack)\u003c\/a\u003e is preferred by professionals for its strong initial grab that grips instantly, making your carpet immediately ready for stretching. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional tools like \u003ca href=\"\/products\/10-108\/roberts-professional-tack-strip-cutter-with-2-inch-jaws\"\u003eROBERTS 10-108 Professional Tack Strip Cutter with 2\" Jaws,\u003c\/a\u003e designed to cut tack strip and architectural strip without extra effort, a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/10-114\/roberts-20-oz-ripping-hammer\"\u003eRipping Hammer like ROBERTS 10-114,\u003c\/a\u003e designed with a long, straight claw ideal for pulling up old tack strip, and a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/10-151\/roberts-nail-driving-bar-with-magnetic-head\"\u003eNail Driving Bar like ROBERTS 10-151\u003c\/a\u003e specially designed to position and hammer nails in hard-to-reach places like under cabinets, toe kicks, and next to glass doors, can make a big difference for your carpet installation to be neat and professional-looking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLastly, do not forget to stock up on screw flooring nails and concrete nails. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/36-114\/roberts-13-gauge-premium-drive-screw-flooring-nails-1-1-4-inch-1-lb-bag\"\u003eROBERTS 36-114 Unichrome Brass Drive Screw Nails\u003c\/a\u003e are the best to obtain a \"flush fit\" when anchoring carpet bar and stair nosings. And \u003ca href=\"\/products\/33-100\/roberts-10-x-5-8-inch-steel-concrete-nails-1-lb-pack\"\u003eROBERTS 33-100 steel concrete nails\u003c\/a\u003e are ideal for installation of carpet tack strips over concrete subfloors. These hard nails feature a short and thick shank with excellent piercing and fixing strength that makes them ideal for use on hard or aged concrete.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"36-114","title":"13 Gauge Premium Drive Screw Flooring Nails - 1-1\/4\" (1 lb. bag)","description":"ROBERTS® Unichrome Brass Drive Screw Nails are designed with oval heads for \"flush\" fit when used to anchor carpet bar and stair nosings. 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This 1\" Tack Strip meets the standards prescribed by the Carpet and Rug Institute CRI-105.","brand":"Capitol","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48906015375579,"sku":"120012","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/4066\/3515\/files\/Capitol_120012_Extra-Wide-Wood-1-in-Tack-Strip_1_amuwztabizi2_20221019.jpg?v=1782341036"},{"product_id":"120011","title":"Dual-Purpose Wood \u0026 Concrete Tack Strip","description":"Capitol® 7\/8\" Dual-Purpose Tack Strip is made of 5-ply construction materials, and securely holds carpet in place with pre-nailed high-carbon nails. The pins are angled for improved gripping and to help secure the carpet after stretching. 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