C caread Member Messages 2 Jul 19, 2006 #1 The previous owner has glued a 'cord type' carpet onto a wooden floor in my Victorian house. Does anyone know any way of getting rid of the glue (if I can get the carpet up which is proving very difficult)? Thanks
The previous owner has glued a 'cord type' carpet onto a wooden floor in my Victorian house. Does anyone know any way of getting rid of the glue (if I can get the carpet up which is proving very difficult)? Thanks
M Moo Member Messages 3,958 Location SE 22 Jul 20, 2006 #2 I don't know if it works or not, but HG makes something that is claimed to be just the ticket for removing a multitude of flooring adhesives: http://www.homecareessentials.co.uk/acatalog/Floor_Glue_Remover.html
I don't know if it works or not, but HG makes something that is claimed to be just the ticket for removing a multitude of flooring adhesives: http://www.homecareessentials.co.uk/acatalog/Floor_Glue_Remover.html
G Gervase Member Messages 1,500 Location North London Jul 20, 2006 #3 Evo-Stick make a solvent which will remove most rubber solution glues. Wear a mask and use it a very well-ventilated area, however - it's heady stuff.
Evo-Stick make a solvent which will remove most rubber solution glues. Wear a mask and use it a very well-ventilated area, however - it's heady stuff.
