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    scot_e Posts: 2, Reputation: 1
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    Sep 10, 2011, 05:26 AM
    Tack strip
    How far away from the wall does carpet tack strip need to be?
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    creahands Posts: 2,854, Reputation: 195
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    Sep 10, 2011, 07:50 AM
    Hi Scot

    Depends on thickness of carpet. About 3/8'' is normal. I use my index finger as a gauge.

    Good luck

    Chuck
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    Sep 10, 2011, 07:54 AM
    Hi guys:

    I also use my index finger as a gauge... ;)

    Good luck!

    Mark
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