Carpet Installation Tools
Fit carpet tucking tools to stairs and transitions
Use the actual gap to choose the working width and shape. Different sections of a stair can call for different contact surfaces.
Measure the crease and the return
Check the clear width where the tucker will touch carpet, including any trim that blocks the handle. A four-inch head can work across a straight section. A narrower head can be easier to fit at a return.
Choose hand pressure or documented tapping
Nylon gives you an option for hand pressure near finished trim. If the installation calls for tapping, use a model whose manufacturer documents hammer contact or a strike cap. Never infer that from the color of a handle.
Distinguish a stationary tuck from a rolling pass
A square corner on a flat tucker is useful where you need to press into one point. A rolling tucker needs room to travel along a continuous transition. Choose the form based on the path you have.