<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nFollow up by pulling your pry bar free. If you\u2019re using the putty knife, get it out too. Then, proceed to insert both tools once again, this time in the next nail over the tack strip. Here, you want to do the same process you did before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As you\u2019ve probably guessed, that\u2019s the process you\u2019ll be following to remove all the nails, which will eventually allow you to remove the whole strip. Repeat the steps as many times as necessary until you\u2019ve gotten every nail out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Step 4: Cleaning the Working Area<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nOnce you get the tack strip out, put it in a safe container. If you\u2019re using a bag, make sure splinters and sharp edges won\u2019t breakthrough. Heavy-duty trash bags are probably the most suitable for this task, as they\u2019re capable of enduring plenty of pressure without ripping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Proceed to pick up any residue left behind during every one of the steps. Pick up the loose nails, pieces of wood, and any other residue that could be dangerous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Step 5: Removing the Stray Nails<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nNext, check the places where you removed the tack strip. That area may still have some stray nails that didn\u2019t come off completely, and you\u2019re going to need them out of there too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The best method to get these nails out is to use the hammer\u2019s claw end. Use it to pull all of them out, and finish off by putting them at a safe location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Step 6: The Final Cleaning<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nStand back, and appreciate your handiwork. If you\u2019re happy with the results, you can finish the project by performing a thorough maintenance task around the room. Using a sweeper or a vacuum cleaner, clean the dust as well as small objects that might’ve escaped your sight before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Keep in mind that, when you remove tack strips, there are plenty of sharp, tiny objects left behind. If your purpose is to redecorate the room, you\u2019ll need it as clean as possible to make your tasks easy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Final Words<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nEven if it seems like too much trouble, removing carpet tack strips is a task that shouldn’t be complicated for anybody. Nonetheless, if you still don’t feel up to the task, perhaps getting assistance from a professional would be your best choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
After all, keep in mind that it is not about removing tack strips, but rather about doing it in a secure way that won’t damage your walls, carpets, or the floor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Regardless of how you decide to do it, removing carpet tack strips is necessary for every redecoration, so you’ll definitely want them out of the room.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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