ONE-DAY CARPET WORKSHOPS
FITA's Carpet Workshops are suitable for varying skill levels — whether you are still fairly new to the trade or an experienced fitter wanting to sharpen your existing skills. Our professional instructors will help you get the most out of your day. If you have any questions — call 0115 950 6836 or email info@fita.co.uk
Carpet Workshop - Stairs
This one-day workshop is designed for installers who want to improve their knowledge and understanding of how to install stairs correctly.
Course content - What will you learn?
Knowledge
- The tools, equipment and PPE required
- knowledge of British Standards BS 5325 (Textile/Carpet) and why it should be followed
- The importance of correct material selection including underlay, gripper and carpet
- An introduction to stretch fit carpet techniques on stairs
- The Limitation on products and tools during installation
Skills
- Proper use of tools, equipment and PPE
- Accurate installation methods for underlays, gripper and carpet
- Appropriate stretching and cutting in techniques for straight stairs and kite winders
- How to correctly install plain and patterned carpet (including pattern alignment)
Behaviours
- Confidence in correct products, tools and equipment selection
- The ability to reassure customers that using the techniques outlined will ensure work is quality assured
- Confidence to use correct installation techniques for stairs to meet British Standards
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