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Carpet coming up. Do I glue it down?

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Old Oct 11, 2016 | 07:23 PM
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Carpet coming up. Do I glue it down?

The carpet on my driver's side floor is coming up. I tried tucking it backing up under the plastic it sits under but it still slips down so I'm assuming I have to glue it back in place. Is that right? And if so, what kind of glue should I buy for this? Or is there a better way to secure it?

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Old Oct 12, 2016 | 07:12 AM
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IMO, glue is OK. (Your image wouldn't open for me)

While any contact cement would work for a while, it is best to get an automotive type (such as Headliner Adhesive). This will stand up to the temperature extremes found in an automobile.

3M 38808 is sold at many autoparts stores:

Exceptional strength bonds heavyweight automotive materials. Bonds to fabric, headliners, and foam. Dries in 30 to 60 minutes.
  • Provides exceptional adhesive strength
  • Bonds heavyweight automotive materials to fabric, headliners, and foam
  • Adhesive dries in 30 to 60 minutes, allowing for easy and quick repairs
  • Versatile formula effectively bonds fabric, foam and plastic to metal.
  • Aerosol can dispenses a controlled, even layer on surfaces
  • Recommended for headliners, carpets, and other fabrics in vehicles
If for some reason, the carpet needs to be removed, it can still be peeled away. (My sports car has multiple areas with glued carpet and I've needed to peel it back for repairs.)

If you buy a spray, it's best to put some in a paper cup first, then brush it on following the directions. (For 3M, you coat BOTH sides, wait 15 minutes, then tack together.)
 
Old Oct 12, 2016 | 10:04 AM
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Thanks very much. Not sure why image didn't open. It worked fine in preview.

I will pick up some Headliner Adhesive. Much appreciated!
 
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