How Do You Install Carpet Next To Tile?
When installing carpet next to ceramic tile no transitions are necessary, but they can be used to smooth out height differences and enhance the visual appeal of the flooring. Here are some tips for different transition options when installing carpet next to tile. Your first option is to install the carpet without a transition. You would do this the same way that you would install the tack strip in the rest of the room. Place it 3/8 inch to 1/2 inch away from the ceramic tile. When nailing down the tack strip, use care not to chip the tile. Just tuck the carpet in and you are finished. Your second option is to install the carpet with a transition. A t-mold would be best if you like the visual appeal of a transition. The space between the ceramic tile and the tack strip would be increased depending upon the size of the t-mold. The additional space is the width of the bottom of the “T”. You can also install the carpet with a step-down transition. This is used for composite vinyl tile or C
