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 one or more of these conditions are not achieved or are later compromised, bond failure may develop within the installed system. The condition reflects performance within the adhesive and substrate interface rather than deficiencies in fiber, yarn, or tuft construction. Bubble formation is most commonly associated with

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