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CFI Associate Carpet Installation Certification

Topics

  • Introduction to installation
  • “Painting a picture” for the installation professionals
  • Understanding the installation process
  • Working as a team - Avoiding the installer’s “attitude”
  • Importance of the carpet backing
  • Seam Location – Effects of lighting – Traffic Flow – Light Source – Pile Direction
  • Seaming requirements - Demonstration
  • Cushion as related to the type of carpet and backing
  • Situations that can be avoided before the installation begins
  • Preparation makes the difference
  • Measuring techniques – fills – patterns
  • Demonstration of pattern matching – powerstretching
  • Measuring requirements for pattern carpet sales
  • What occurs when the measurement is incorrect
  • Stair installation and measurements – types of stairs
  • Transitions – quarterround – doors and pile height
  • Ventilation – protection of the installation
  • Situations to address with new homes
  • Preparation of the customer – steps to follow
  • Professional installation checklist
  • Delivering a “hassle-free” carpet installation