Bubbles-glue down

Glue down-bubbles

Glue down-bubbles

Glue down-bubbles

Lack of adhesive

Lack of adhesive

Lack of adhesive transfer

Lack of adhesive transfer

Lack of adhesive transfer

Lack of adhesive transfer

Lack of adhesive transfer

Bubbles-glue down

Bubbles-glue down

Bubbles / Delamination (Glue-Down Carpet)

Floor Detective® Claims and Conditions Guide

Summary

Bubbles or delamination in glue-down carpet installations occur when the adhesive bond between the carpet backing and substrate is reduced or lost, allowing localized movement independent of the floor. These systems rely on proper adhesive selection, application, transfer, and cure, along with a substrate that meets moisture, alkalinity, cleanliness, and flatness requirements. When these conditions are not achieved or are later compromised, bond failure may develop within the installed system. The condition is distinct from backing delamination and is often evaluated alongside buckling or peaking when as

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