Carpet Squares-How to Make a Classroom Rug

We get the question a lot on how to make a rug out of carpet squares or tiles. It's really very simple once you have done quite a few of these like we have. Most people think that the only way to use Carpet Squares is to glue them down or use double sided tape. Well obviously that doesn't work well for making a rug so we came up with a way that works super easy, holds the squares together great and won't ruin the floor beneath.

Mr Stickee adhesive pads are a thin sheet of paper material that has adhesive on one side (with a protective barrier that you just peel off to activate the adhesive). You use the tacky portion, which is about 3" by 3" to connect 4 tiles together by using the pad at the connecting point of the 4 corners of the tiles/squares. The bottom side of the pad is smooth so it doesn't hard the floor underneath which is a plus!

The adhesive holds the 4 corners together and you continue the process at every 4 corner junction. You then cut the remaining pads in half and use the half pads on the seams of the squares on the outside perimeter of the rug once you are done. The larger the rug, the stronger the bond is as well.

The Mr. Stickee pads work great and have been a huge success for us because it has made it easy for teachers and other flooring users to use carpet tiles in a new way.

Don't forget we still have the teacher special on carpet tiles going on right now! We are selling assorted (non matching), 24" by 24" new carpet squares for only $1.50 each! You can get 30 squares for just $40 plus shipping (or if you live within driving distance to Dalton, GA, you can just come and pick them up to save money on shipping too!). These tiles are 4 square feet so 30 tiles make a huge 10' by 12' area. That is a great bargain if you need something in the class or daycare for little ones to read on or participate in class time on the floor. Give us a call and ask about the Teacher Special on Oliver Twist Tiles! 1-800-626-6936. We look forward to hearing from you!

If you are looking for other Dalton, GA flooring information or other types of floors be sure to give us a call on those too!

Kid Vinyl flooring - Flexitec Town and Puzzle

Flexitec vinyl offers some really cool options for Kids vinyl flooring. These are very popular as not only room sized flooring but are great to cut into smaller sizes for small area play mats. We typically see these used as room sized flooring in basements that are playrooms, toy rooms and bedrooms. The advantages of vinyl for kids is that spills, crumbs and dirt are absolutely no issue. Just wipe up the spill or vacuum and you're good to go.

If you are looking for a great area rug idea, buy a 12' x 6 and cut it into two 6' by 6 pieces. You know have two virtually indestructible , nice sized play areas that are highly portable and easy to clean!

This Flexitec product also has a very pliable backing so you can roll it or fold it up easily to transport from room to room or classroom to classroom without damaging the vinyl.

Oh yea, I forgot to mention the patterns are great looking and kids love them! Whether you're a teacher looking for something to use in your class or a Mom wanting a play mat, Flexitec vinyl flooring is a very nice option to consider.

For a really cool idea, a local Toy Store in our town, Toys in the Attic used the puzzle flooring in both of their stores. I've seen it myself and it looks amazing in their toy store! You can actually visit their website and click on about us and use the camera view to see the puzzle flooring used. If you're ever in Dalton, be sure to check them out. They have great toys for kids and teachers and even some hard to find toys for a few years back!

We stock several of these styles in stock and occasionally even have seconds and off goods available at even lower prices. Give us a call @ OwenCarpet.com in Dalton, GA, 1-800-626-6936 and we will be glad to help you get one of these at a great price!

If vinyl flooring isn't for you, we will be more than glad to help you with a super price on a Classroom rug or very cheap carpet squares to make your own fun look!

OwenCarpet.com was Featured by the NBC Today Show as the #1 Place in America to Buy Floorcovering! 1-800-626-6936