Choosing the right flooring adhesives
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Flooring is the foundation of any interior. It not only defines the visual appeal of a space, but also affects the overall comfort, acoustics, and insulation. Professionally laid flooring enhances the robustness and longevity of the subfloor. Hard wooden floors, ceramic tiles, concrete, and stone offer durability and are easy to clean, whereas soft flooring materials such as carpets and linoleum, provide warmth, sound insulation, and a comfortable feel underfoot when in the office. Traditionally, fitters laid carpet and other flooring materials using glue. However, modern construction techniques now use a more efficient and cleaner alternative: double-sided flooring adhesive tapes.

Applications

Double-sided carpet tape – for now or forever?

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Our double-sided tapes for carpets are specially designed adhesive tapes that offer a convenient, efficient solution when installing flooring. So no matter if you are looking for a permanent or temporary solution, we at tesa have the right flooring adhesives to meet your needs.

For long-term bonding, our permanent tapes ensure a strong, lasting connection between the carpet floor and the subfloor. And the double-sided design accelerates installation, with no need to wait for glue to cure.
When you need to lay a carpet temporarily (e.g., for a trade fair, exhibition, or other event), our specialist double-sided tapes provide a secure yet removable bond. And our high-quality tape assortment leaves no residue when removed, preserving the integrity of the floor underneath.

 
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Products

Find the right flooring adhesive solution here

Our product finder tool is the fastest way to find the most suitable tesa® double-sided carpet tape for your project. Choose from permanent flooring adhesive solutions with high aging resistance to removable carpet tape that can remain in place for up to 14 days. The right tesa® tape is just a few clicks away!
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Not sure which one of our double-sided carpet tapes you should use? Get some expert guidance from us, and be certain you’re using the right tape for your application. We look forward to hearing from you soon and working together to find the right solution for you.

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Benefits

Rely on the outstanding features of our flooring adhesive tapes

As an alternative to liquid glue, especially when renovating private or commercial spaces, our double-sided tesa® tapes for carpets offer exceptional bonding performance, with no drying time and no odor. They boast an excellent combination of high initial tack and strong adhesion levels – ideal for critical surfaces or flooring with high footfall, such as lobbies, offices, and elevators.

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Simple to tear by hand
No knives needed – quicker and safer to apply
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Easy and reliable application to the floor
Flexible and strong backing combined with high adhesion – easy to use; and no carpet lifting/shifting
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A flawless finish
With black tesa® double sided tape for carpets, for example, small gaps become invisible – accelerating your carpet-laying process
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Quick and easy residue-free removal
No floor cleaning necessary when removed – makes preparing for the next trade show a breeze
FAQ

Frequently asked questions about flooring adhesives

Determining the right amount of liquid flooring adhesive is crucial to the success of a project. Mixing too much is a waste, and there’s a danger of running out mid-project if you have too little. Double-sided tape for carpets is a convenient, cost-effective alternative to bonding carpets to the subfloor. As a general rule of thumb, you should plan with one roll of tape for every 5 to 10 square meters. It's always better to have a little extra than not enough. For a more accurate estimate, you should measure the area and consult with a Tesa representative or refer to the specific product instructions.

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