Generator hatch gave in...replaced aluminum tracks with heavier gauge, refinished console and replaced carpet using Lowes indoor-outdoor carpet squares.

Before:

http://www.peachtreelearning.c...Barth_carpet_pre.JPG

I like the idea of being able to replace just sections in high traffic areas...using this on steps too.

http://www.peachtreelearning.c...h/Barth_carpet_1.JPG

http://www.peachtreelearning.c...h/Barth_carpet_2.JPG

In this photo note the antique iron...I have two of these, used by my mother when she was a little girl...and they are the most useful tools for this project.

http://www.peachtreelearning.c...h/Barth_carpet_3.JPG

http://www.peachtreelearning.c...h/Barth_carpet_4.JPG

http://www.peachtreelearning.c...h/Barth_carpet_5.JPG

It isn't luxurious but it should last and I can remove the squares and assemble them into an exact pattern for nicer carpet later.

Lessons learned:

- The arrows on the carpet squares are there for a reason...it has a sort of grain and needs to be vertical. The glue stripes seem to take some time and traffic to adhere.
- Roberts carpet adhesive (Home Depot) works pretty well but it migrates to fingers and stays there.
- Barth used a LOT of staples installing shag carpet.
- Shag carpet can hide surprises...thin carpet has to fit exactly.
- Cutting the carpet is harder than expected because it has to be done from the back...so tricky patterns have to be reversed.

Nice Job!

Ditto on the LOTS of staples. I pulled the carpet in my kitchen/hall and replaced with vinyl, you are right about the need for a good fitting job. I am not that happy with the vinyl, I'm thinking laminate for the hallway and steps.

Keep up the good work.