Van carpeting can become soiled and worn over time. In fact, the carpeting that you were once so proud of in your van can begin look moldy or stained. Replacing the old carpeting does not have to cost an arm and a leg. Van owners can convert their vehicle back into their dream van and restore its interior aesthetics.
Unroll your carpeting to allow for the carpet fibers to spring up. Give your carpeting two hours to relax its wrinkled shape.
Unscrew any seats or molding in the car. Store all of the screws in a safe area. If you are replacing the carpeting in the front driving and passenger area, remove the seats and gas pedals with the screwdriver. To remove bolts, use a pair of vise-like pliers to turn the bolts counter clockwise.
Pull up on the corner of the old carpeting in the vehicle and work your way around the passenger area and the rest of the van. Set the old carpeting outside and vacuum. Lay the old carpeting on top of the new carpeting.
Place heavy objects around the perimeters of the old carpeting while it is on top of the new carpet to hold it down. Trim the new carpeting with a utility knife to the dimensions of the old carpet. Make slits into areas for any seat belts or molding that goes through the carpeting.
Place the new carpeting inside of the passenger van and center. Examine the new carpeting to see if it correctly matches the floor of the van. Apply carpet adhesive around the perimeters of the van. Press the new carpeting to the adhesive with you hand.
Replace the seats, foot pedals, molding or bolts in the passenger van. Allow the adhesive to adhere to the carpeting for 24 hours before using. Fluff up the carpet fibers by vacuuming the carpeting in 24 hours.
