Seam not properly sealed

Examine for sealer

Seam not properly sealed

Visible sealer

Visible sealer

Excessive seal are seen under ultraviolet light

Sealer contamination of face yarns attracts soil

Visible sealer under ultraviolet light

Seams Not Sealed – Glue-Down (Carpet)

Floor Detective® Claims and Conditions Guide

Summary

Seams not sealed in direct glue-down carpet installations represent an installation-related condition in which trimmed carpet edges are joined without proper application of seam adhesive. In glue-down construction, seam adhesive is intended to encapsulate and bond the cut primary and secondary backing layers as the seam edges are joined while the adhesive remains transferable. When seam sealing is omitted or applied inconsistently, exposed backing layers may become

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