Using a carpet patch kit is a simple and effective way to repair small patches of ripped, torn or stained carpet. It requires only a carpet cutter and some adhesive disks to apply.

Identify the Area of Damage

First, take a close look at the damaged area and note how it is situated. If you can, take measurements to establish a straight line around the damage. This will make it easier to cut a replacement patch from a donor carpet.

Get the Donor Materials

The best material for a patch is a piece of carpeting that is a close match to the damaged area in color and pattern. If you can’t find such a piece, hunt your home for any leftover remnants of the same type and texture of carpeting. Among the most common sources of these are unused carpet scraps, found in closets, under furniture that’s rarely moved and beneath radiators.

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Whether you’re using a carpet cutter or a utility knife, carefully cut away the damaged section of carpeting. Don’t use too much pressure or you could sever the backing and padding of your carpet.

Cutter a Replacement Patch

If your patch is rectangular, you can use a cutter with blades to slice out the damaged section and an identically sized replacement piece. If it’s circular, you can use a cutter with an elliptical cutter.

Apply Adhesive Disks and Patch

Place an adhesive disk over the damaged area of your carpet and stick it down firmly. Then insert the patch and press it firmly into place, aligning the arrow on the patch with the direction of the carpet fibers. A star wheel carpet seam roller works well to blend the edges of the patch into the surrounding carpet.