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Crain · Wall and edge trimmers

Crain 245 deluxe wall carpet trimmer

Shim-adjustable wall trimmer

Crain 245 with a black curved grip, metal wall runner and top blade carrier
Crain 245 with a black curved grip, metal wall runner and top blade carrier

Check the fit

Compare the installed carpet and the amount of edge you need for tucking before you set the height. Crain specifies No. 184 blades. Check that number instead of assuming another wall trimmer's blades interchange.

When to choose it

Choose this trimmer when you want to set cutting height with shims and tune the throat independently for carpet thickness. The throat is where the carpet feeds to the blades, so a useful setting is one that allows the backing to feed without bunching.

Specifications

Brand
Crain
Tool form
Shim-adjustable wall trimmer
Installation task
Leave a measured edge for tucking
Model
245
Height adjustment
Six shims
Throat settings
Four
Replacement blades
Crain No. 184
Amazon.com reference
B00BEUPTN8

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Documentation

Questions about this product

Are height and throat the same adjustment?

The six shims set cutting height. Four throat settings change the space where the carpet feeds.

How do I access the blades?

The 245 has top-loading blade carriers.

Can I replace the wall pad?

Crain describes a replaceable runner pad for this model.

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