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Carpet Removal

Uncover the hardwood floors under your old carpet! Try more half-day projects with host Steve Watson from Don't Sweat It!

Don't Sweat It : Episode HDSWT-104 -- More Projects »
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Before: Outdated Carpet
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After: Beautiful Hardwood
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Figure A
Tools:

Long-nose pliers

Steps:

1. Pull up existing carpeting with bare hands and pliers, if necessary (figure A).

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Figure B
2. Remove any remaining staples with pliers (figure B).

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Don't Sweat It : Episode HDSWT-104
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