If you are installing a new floor the t molding needs to be removed and replaced.
Remove carpet transition strip.
Removing a carpet strip in the doorway to prep for the installation of floor tile.
Keep pulling back the carpet and slicing it into strips.
Remove the broken section of transition strip.
In this video i share my diy strategy on how to remove old flooring transition strips without damaging the existing floor.
Removing t molding is similar to removing other trim just make sure to work with the shape of the t molding to avoid breaking it.
The z bar is a metal strip installed.
Cut the transition strip to fit the length of the tracks with a circular saw.
Tap the strip onto the groove of the track with a rubber mallet starting at one end and tapping down to the other.
Joe is still working on his carpet removal project it s now.
If you have a metal transition that s in good condition the installer may decide to leave it in place.
Removing a carpet strip in the doorway to prep for the installation of floor tile.
Remove a z bar by placing a flat pry bar under the edge of the carpet and floor along the transition and gently applying pressure to pry up on the carpet edge.