I’m glad you make these videos.Please don’t worry about how many views you get,Your knowledge in flooring is invaluable and you’re a great asset.Im not a flooring guy by trade.I do residential and commercial construction.if I have a question about flooring,you are my go to guy.I look through your videos and the answers are right there.Wether someone is a professional or a one time installer for a room in their house,They can get great results from following your advice,I did.Sometimes your videos answer questions that are not the topic of the video,meaning “how to seam carpet” may have information such as,quality tools or things to be aware of within the video.This video looks like a big big job even for a pro,I’m glad someone picked you for this job,well deserved! Hats off and keep up the great work!
Dang Ruben, haven't seen any of your vids in a while. You've slimmed up. Nice work, brother!! That's how we used to do our long glue down seams also. Keep up the good work!!
Yes, sorry I have been really slack on the videos. I’ve had lots of health problems the past year and a half. I’ve been trying to work on and get better.
I have done carpet laying as an offsider for 1yr, the boss never once used a power stretcher, thank you for letting me know there is an easier and more efficient way of stretching carpet.
Thanks for the videos, even tho I know everything after 1yr, we still didn't use the rolling tucker, which I will be showing the boss, and should we wear ventilated (anti lens fog) full face oxygen masks when joining, the heat tape glue when melting, seems dangerous long term.
we don't staple underlay to the timber subfloor, we don't glue down underlay, to concrete or tile subfloor, we don't tape seems of the underlay, we don't knee kick the stairs, but yes for stair case platforms, we don't tape the edges of stairs on the underlay, but I think we should.
All else aside, you used a nice technique for butting the two trimmed edges together, as there was no excessive dragging of the trimmed edge through the multi. I would be interested in seeing the amount of seam adhesive you use, why that particular amount, and your seam adhesive application technique. All of these are critical and, when done correctly, can help prevent a catastrophic seam failure.
@@FloorsbySouthernboys That is true. You have done several videos in which you have demonstrated various techniques / the different types of "seam sealer(s)" required when installing carpet over cushion. However, unless I've overlooked something, the same can not be said about the proper application / use of "seam adhesive" required when dealing with direct glue-down installations.
I make money because my jobs are done correct and the last. That’s why I get these jobs and that’s why all of my clients call me back for future work or refer me.
Once you build a reputation for doing quality work, you can charge more per job and people will gladly pay it. Doing that makes more since than crippling yourself knocking out volume work. And you can go to bed at night with a clear conscience. It's what I did. I only do about 1/3 the jobs I used to, and still make more money than before. And I'm not killing myself anymore.
Man i wouldnt want to be the guy that has to rip that up next. I never go by the trowel guide on the bucket its wayyy to much. i usethe smallest notch they make. and sometimes and old used one and never have any problems
I’m glad you make these videos.Please don’t worry about how many views you get,Your knowledge in flooring is invaluable and you’re a great asset.Im not a flooring guy by trade.I do residential and commercial construction.if I have a question about flooring,you are my go to guy.I look through your videos and the answers are right there.Wether someone is a professional or a one time installer for a room in their house,They can get great results from following your advice,I did.Sometimes your videos answer questions that are not the topic of the video,meaning “how to seam carpet” may have information such as,quality tools or things to be aware of within the video.This video looks like a big big job even for a pro,I’m glad someone picked you for this job,well deserved!
Hats off and keep up the great work!
Thank you for sharing all of that
@@FloorsbySouthernboys it’s well deserved!
Dang Ruben, haven't seen any of your vids in a while. You've slimmed up. Nice work, brother!! That's how we used to do our long glue down seams also. Keep up the good work!!
Yes, sorry I have been really slack on the videos. I’ve had lots of health problems the past year and a half. I’ve been trying to work on and get better.
I have done carpet laying as an offsider for 1yr, the boss never once used a power stretcher, thank you for letting me know there is an easier and more efficient way of stretching carpet.
Really really glad you are using that. It will save your body tremendously and it will make your job be a lot better long-term.
Thanks for the videos, even tho I know everything after 1yr, we still didn't use the rolling tucker, which I will be showing the boss, and should we wear ventilated (anti lens fog) full face oxygen masks when joining, the heat tape glue when melting, seems dangerous long term.
@@RonPalmer-x1t IMO a full-face mask would be unnecessary but, as with any VOC , adequate ventilation is generally recommended.
we don't staple underlay to the timber subfloor, we don't glue down underlay, to concrete or tile subfloor, we don't tape seems of the underlay, we don't knee kick the stairs, but yes for stair case platforms, we don't tape the edges of stairs on the underlay, but I think we should.
Great tips from a master.
Thanks buddy. Hope it helps.
Good tips, thankyou Rueben.
Awesome I hope it helps you buddy
All else aside, you used a nice technique for butting the two trimmed edges together, as there was no excessive dragging of the trimmed edge through the multi. I would be interested in seeing the amount of seam adhesive you use, why that particular amount, and your seam adhesive application technique. All of these are critical and, when done correctly, can help prevent a catastrophic seam failure.
Oh man, I have done so many videos on stuff like that. I didn’t even think to do it here.
@@FloorsbySouthernboys That is true. You have done several videos in which you have demonstrated various techniques / the different types of "seam sealer(s)" required when installing carpet over cushion. However, unless I've overlooked something, the same can not be said about the proper application / use of "seam adhesive" required when dealing with direct glue-down installations.
@@rossclarke7692 you might be correct about that. I will have to do something about that lol maybe I can get a video going about it
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I miss commercial work but here the pay is low and GCs run the most pathetic jobsite conditions you can get, shame it has to be that way
That sucks
Yeah dude, some of the rat hole outlets are still paying 3.50 for stretch in apartments as we speak lol
Way to hard , roll back double cut, and seam seal , roll! How can you make any money at that way to long
I make money because my jobs are done correct and the last. That’s why I get these jobs and that’s why all of my clients call me back for future work or refer me.
Once you build a reputation for doing quality work, you can charge more per job and people will gladly pay it. Doing that makes more since than crippling yourself knocking out volume work. And you can go to bed at night with a clear conscience.
It's what I did. I only do about 1/3 the jobs I used to, and still make more money than before. And I'm not killing myself anymore.
Man i wouldnt want to be the guy that has to rip that up next. I never go by the trowel guide on the bucket its wayyy to much. i usethe smallest notch they make. and sometimes and old used one and never have any problems
That's what the tear up machines are for.
The trowel notch recommendations are on the bucket for a reason.
Oh dang
@@richardlangford2658 yeah to waste glue
I can't help but wonder if you use cooking oil as a substitute for engine oil or vise versa and if not, why not?