HOW TO BACK & FINISH A TUFTED RUG | a simple & high quality approach

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This video describes one way to back & finish a tufted rug-I call it a "waterfall edge." Here's what you'll need:
1. Carpet adhesive/glue
Roberts 3095 | www.homedepot.com/p/Roberts-3...
AAT-1132 | www.bondproducts.com/shop/113...
2. Non-slip rug pad | www.homedepot.com/s/rug%2520p...
3. Spray adhesive | www.homedepot.com/p/Roberts-1...
4. Fabric glue or hot glue
5. Good, sharp scissors
Tim Eads finishing video | • ULTIMATE GUIDE to Fini...
TIMESTAMPS
2:41 Intro to "waterfall edge"
3:24 Glueing down your tufted piece
5:00 Cutting pieces out of frame
5:47 Tucking the edges of tufted piece
6:57 Preparing backing
7:47 Gluing backing down
9:07 Reinforcing edges
10:02 One more example
12:03 Finished product
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[@AJMAKES137]

👋 WATCH MY UPDATED BACKING/FINISHING VIDEO HERE: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppjImqp-pdqpnZY

[@richardcolbourne6151]

Your backing is the best I've seen so far without actually binding the edge. Thanks for the tips.

[@chiaraeagle622]

Thanks so much for your videos! You started your channel just as I discovered rug tufting, so you've been a happy companion for me as I've been trying to learn more and see if this is something I wanted to get into. Well, I bought my tufting gun today and I'm beyond excited!

[@allergic2potatos]

Yes! Thank you so much for this video. The finishing of rugs is what I have had the most trouble with! Thank you!

[@PrettyPixie97]

Thank you so much for your videos they are EXTREMELY helpful. I had been considering getting into tufting for a little while and seeing how clearly you explained all of the steps has helped so much! 🖤

[@tangonolucresse3825]

This IS one if the reasons why even back in school i easily understand when m'y classmate lecture me. You've been such a great help throughout my tufting journey

[@mcmelanieee]

Finished my first rug thanks to your help!You’re awesome, thank you!!

[@lime.seltzer]

I was having trouble finding resources and videos on this craft, and you are making all these amazing videos thank you so much!

[@SamSam-esqe]

I’ve used the bond adhesive, Pros: dries mostly clear, is strong af, mostly flexible, almost no smell Cons: when trying to fold in those edges in tight it’s stiff It will not be tacky like the Roberts so it may not work with your current technique. Something I do to make sure I can get my spray adhesive all the way to the edge is I put masking tape over the exposed yarn so I can get closer to the edge and then for the backing I just make sure there’s something under it so I can spray over the edges. Your rugs look great though, I’ll definitely be looking for that backing. So far I’ve only used felt and they’re slick af lol

[@defense360]

Hey! What type of felt do you like to use for backing? I'm considering switching to felt just cause it seems cheaper.

[@SamSam-esqe]

@@defense360 I used just regular felt from Jo-Ann Fabrics. It works fine but again it’s very slick on a hardwood floor. If you go that route get the little sticky rug tags from Home Depot or Lowe’s to help keep it in place!

[@manlymcstud8588]

@@defense360 if you're going to sell these things, it should be easy to sell the customer on this method since it's already an expensive custom item anyway. if they won't come up off an extra $30 or so for durability, safety, and comfort, let them shop the guys who use the cheapest materials and tell them good luck. sell them on the fact that you're not profiting from the extra expense, and that you get what you pay for.

[@farouk6683]

Hye!! Just women if vinyl adhesive will do the same job?

[@wandakowalski7063]

Never heard of a tufting machine and I think I'm "hooked" on the idea! Thanks so much for for your generosity of taking the time to create a calm, clear tutorial filled with the tips and tricks experience has taught you

[@AJMAKES137]

hahaha you're so welcome!!

[@bddybdz]

😃

[@barrysotero137]

“hooked”..😂🤙nice…

[@AslyArtr1]

this was so helpful and kind of you to show I’ve been trying to figure out what backing to use thank you so much

[@chrisg5167]

Thanks for all your info in your videos! Super inspired. Just bought the Ak I and AK 2 and can’t wait to start using them. You’re great! Keep at it 😊

[@Acab1312copaganda]

I bought my gun and fabric using your code. Your videos are so helpful, I'll continue using it!

[@reagandobro3167]

Please continue to make videos!! I am learning so much forreal forreal

[@kvmackay]

your work is so beautiful!!

[@zaccole6684]

That is such a dope frame. Looks sturdy af!

[@thatsniceaintit]

This is so so great!! Thank you so much!! 💜Can’t wait to start making rugs! ☺️

[@liv675]

thank you so much for making such amazing and informative content! I’m on a journey of creating my own rug business & all learning credit goes to you!

[@AJMAKES137]

Love to hear it! Glad you find it useful :)

[@jesscx7181]

thanks so much for your videos! my tufting gun is in the mail and I'm beyond excited to get started with creating!

[@thelovelyone7737]

I love your rug designs❤️👏🏾

[@janarearugs]

Thanks for sharing videos of how you make rugs!

[@caterinacantaro6125]

Hi AJ!! I love your videos and your energy :) I am starting my own hand tufted project and your tips are so helpful. Lot of love from Buenos Aires

[@scottgrewe9947]

Thank you. Enjoyed very much

[@cfaz6763]

I'm into both intriguing people and rug making so this is a perfect channel for me atm. 😆 🤣

[@h.e.1026]

Your videos are amazing. Everything I've been looking for, thank you so much

[@sssalypimienta]

Thumbs up for George for being such a good boi

[@pinkelephantincloset]

i love your art!!

[@hazelfoerstner2578]

Dude this is so good. Tuft The World just suggests taking it to a rug finishing guy (?) to get it finished or hand-sewing it which I assume takes many hours. Thanks for this

[@rabeataleb95]

Wow just the right video I needed today! Thank you

[@lydiaolivia3494]

Thank you for your content!

[@Sol-xz1bk]

Thank you so much for your help, super excited to get my supplies and make my own rugs!!

[@maddietwiener]

Thank you so much for this tutorial!! This is so helpful

[@beautifulmonster4u]

Excellent Video! Thank you for sharing this information.

[@abb.y]

omg this helped me SO much. thank you!!

[@emilykaren2058]

Thankyou so much for you videos I want to start doing this now!

[@barrysotero137]

Recently got into this craft..It’s fun… The Littles dig the Characters and designs… Super Rad!..

[@StaleCrayons]

For trimming, I recommend the gingher spring action shears! I just got some and they are such lifesavers! I cut out a huuuuge fabric pattern amd my hand didn't hurt at all afterwards!

[@brettquinn8066]

Omg this is so helpful, ty!!

[@pegweg47]

TQ. Super useful!

[@celina-]

Omg I love your tattoos! Btw these rugs are amazing!!!

[@AJMAKES137]

Thank you!! 🥺💕

[@neemamngulu5153]

Thank you so much

[@desidarlingly]

Big fan, hope to see more from you

[@systemabulgaria8941]

Thank you!

[@cheryllynnalston-morton9512]

New subscriber, thanks for the information....you make it look so easy!!!

[@efvio]

4:50 my fav part!

[@cristinarossi3107]

finally someone who finishes the carpet really well, may I know the name of the fabric you used for the back?

[@marens1896]

wow gorgeous rugs and great advice! i want to get a tufting gun; ive only started with punch needles so far.

[@erikamaza1882]

Your videos are so helpful, I’m new so this is a ton of help. Are rugs ok for washing them?

[@keithrivera1422]

Can you get into the aspect of pricing the rugs, like the cost of materials to consider, skill, size, etc. Hope this will be covered soon on your vlog, especially for those who are planning to start their rug business. Thanks!

[@Bubblestheghost]

Welp, I’m inspired.

[@zoomdinh6304]

Thanks a million for your time and videos! My first rug, it's not a square, 12 x 13, what do you do to fix that?

[@lisamarinadorfschmid]

Danke

[@Human-dn1jg]

I started tufting recently and this vid is a gem! I need to know what is the backing fabric tho? The grey one that we have which will be in contact with the floor.

[@klapops]

So I've spent the last 4 hours of my life with you. THANK YOU for being so willing to share your experiences with this. 4 hours ago I didn't v even realize you could make your own rug. Now, I can't live another day without making a rug. So quick question... And forgive v me I'd you've c already answered this somewhere. In one of your be videos - I forget which one - you mentioned you b would be exploring low VOC options for adhesive. That's kind of a think for me so it might be a major barrier for me. Have you been able to make any headway on that? Thnx again. You rock!

[@urielgracia714]

fannn ✨

[@aliab016]

So nice ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤. 🎉

[@jeffie8562]

Hi, how do you clean your tufted rug? Any advice and recommendations? Thanks! :)

[@TrpTHEREACTPORTAL]

Heyy! Really liked this video, can you please tell if we can wash these rugs or not?

[@sparkle4051]

Love your rugs. You are very talented. Are these rugs machine washable? I crocheted a couple of rugs. At Joann Fabrics, I was advised to buy material that is used on the bottom of baby pj's footies. It is anti-skid. Time will tell how well this option works.

[@gavinlopez2676]

Where did you purchase the backing for the rug?? So helpful thank you!

[@d.breeezy1533]

Love the content, but where exactly did you get this non slip backing material, and what brand is it? It wasn’t mentioned in the updated vid

[@joycegoldie2187]

Nice finish ! I would love to know where to get this backing from ! 🤔😊😍😍

[@starzieslays]

Thanks so much for your videos! It's been a really helpful addition to the Tuft the World ones. I am sitting here with my glued rug and backing and it's so stiff that I just can't get it to waterfall over the side. I feel like I'm going to be able to see the canvas when I add the backing. Am I gluing too far to the edge of my rug? Any advice would be most appreciated! I'm in Glassell Park btw so hi neighbor!

[@sixomnia1328]

great video!! question, does the roberts glue have a bad smell to it?

[@diannafogel8139]

Is this process of backing washable? Love learning how to do backings.

[@kristythompson518]

This is the best informative video on rug finishing...Thankyou...your rugs are BEAUTIFUL... I am wondering are these machine washable or do you have to hand wash with like a carpet cleaner...again THANKYOU

[@AJMAKES137]

Thank you! They're not machine washable. Hand was with carpet cleaner works great :)

[@smokingsoilder]

Cardboard works for keeping adhesive off of edges for bonding

[@zdc333]

yeeeesss queen

[@nojellono]

How do we find that Tim eates(sp?) video? I’m having trouble finding. Thanks so much

[@decembermoore2421]

Hi! I’ve been loving all your videos and recently started following you on Instagram as well. I just had the realization that I’ve never had a rug shipped to me and was wondering your packing process. Do the rugs need to stay flat or could they be rolled up? Can’t wait to see more from you (:

[@AJMAKES137]

Ah yes, shipping is part of the process I’m still working on improving. The rugs are definitely foldable and rollable, which helps with shipping. I will usually fold or roll it, tie it with some yarn, and ship it in a box via usps. Once I get the process down a bit more, maybe I’ll do a video on it 😊

[@bryvncvstrx]

In the process of finishing my first rug. How long should I let the glue dry before putting the backing on?

[@Sader98]

make a video on how to whip stitch!!!

[@kaylaevans3131]

Can clippers or trimmers be used starting out rather then getting the wool shears right away?

[@lampham211]

Hi, Im new to this and your videos are so helpful ❤️ Quick question tho, how do you recommend cleaning the rugs?

[@AJMAKES137]

This is a great question and I’m gonna needing to clean some of my personal rugs soon so I’ll let you know how it goes! But they have to be spot treated (can’t put in the wash)

[@mamasaenzcreationsbretinas8136]

When u use the spry can it be used as a carpet or it this for wall art?

[@miracleirabor1849]

Do u sell them? If you don't u should u will get a lot people this is amazing

[@franciscopalacios4624]

Can you do this with loop like?

[@missk2134]

Where do you get your backing?? loved how you showed different shapes like a circle!!

[@decembermoore2421]

In the description it links to Home Depot

[@henrydog6463]

Did I miss it? Where did you get that giant piece of backing?

[@m.enesss]

hi, how do you glued rug pad to rug at 5:49 ? Is carpet adhesive still working after hours? I mean does it work even it dry?

[@mariati.5286]

I have a question..can you wash the rug? I mean the glue is waterproof but is the spray bond?(Because i did't see) and the glue at the end? Can you wash it in the washing mashine? Thank you!!

[@maggiemae5109]

hi! do you need to wear a mask using that spray adhesive?

[@awkwardpodcast]

I just started and been using scissors n my thumb hates me for it but it is so worth it

[@humaira184]

The spray u used as glue whats it name.please tell me i need it very much...

[@bruja6698]

Could you do this whole process (gluing, finishing etc) with a punch needle instead of a tufting gun? Like, would it look too different? I love your videos thank u so much 🥺✨

[@jahyrara4425]

i use a punch needle and started finishing my rugs this way and it works completely fine:) really good to save time bc i was doing the hand stitched edges which took forever.

[@AJMAKES137]

Yep I second this! I know rug makers who do this. Punch needling works just as well!

[@Loveshell7]

I'm curious to why you use the glue if you are using the spray adhesive?

[@peter.sstahl]

noti gang lol??!

[@aprilariesram1289]

Does that 3095 ever dry entirely? I've waited 3 days and it is still kind of sticky...also would you recommend using a sewing machine to finish it instead of habd sewing?

[@BboyDstroy]

Hi, By any chance do you know anywhere to order the rug pads other then home depot? Im finding it hard to find these in Europe. Thank you

[@Kariniweeni]

YAYY!!! I love your videos :,) Ordered a gun using your code! Can't fuckin wait till it arrives but in the meantime thanks so much for being so helpful !!!

[@hancockschannel]

What’s that green thing called that you’re working off of?

[@tlit]

Oh wow I came to this video when I already had my glue on the back of the rug and my edges glued down… you don’t even use hot glue to glue the edges! I feel like I wasted so much time hahaha. I wish my rug turned out like yours

[@morganaudette9650]

What is the backing that you used?

[@ingridbourgault6526]

@AJ MAKES Thanks so much for this video ! I'm just wondering : how do you clean this kind of rug if the backing in glued ? I don't know what to do with mine, don't know what to suggest neither... any tips ? :) Thank you again !

[@AJMAKES137]

Hello! I have typically spot treated, but I recently ordered a small wet carpet vacuum to try out :) You essentially should clean it like you would clean installed carpet.

[@ReUpFilms]

What is that backing fabric u used called

[@susannechristiansen6487]

what is the fabric you use on the back?

[@antonellacecala468]

Bravissima 😍... come si chiama questa gomma? È dove la posso acquistare? E l'unguento? Come si chiama?

[@lisetv2486]

How can you wash them?

[@prodbysh4co]

thgere must be an easier way this is sooo processful

[@bigtymedre7701]

How do I watch the video you recommend??