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	* They can be more expensive than rolled carpet.		* They can be more expensive than rolled carpet.

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	* Adhesives.		* Adhesives.
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	* Resin flooring.		* Resin flooring.
	* Skirting boards.		* Skirting boards.
		+	* Swatch.
	* Terrazzo.		* Terrazzo.
	* Tiles.		* Tiles.
	* Types of carpet.		* Types of carpet.

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−	Carpet tiles, also known as carpet squares, are a type of flooring which can be used as an alternative to the more common rolled carpet. They are formed from an upper layer of pile attached to a backing and are produced in a variety of sizes, materials, fibres, patterns and colours. Carpet tiles are often used in commercial and public buildings such as airports, offices, schools, libraries and so on.	+	Carpet tiles, also known as carpet squares, are a type of flooring which can be used as an alternative to the more common rolled carpet. They are formed from an upper layer of pile attached to a backing and are produced in a variety of sizes, materials, fibres, patterns and colours. Carpet tiles are often used in commercial and public buildings such as airports, offices, schools, libraries, and so on.

	For the different types of carpet fibers, see Types of carpet.		For the different types of carpet fibers, see Types of carpet.
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	* Types of carpet.		* Types of carpet.

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−	Carpet tiles, also known as carpet squares, are a type of flooring which is an alternative to the more common rolled carpet. ~~It is made of~~ an upper layer of pile attached to a backing and are produced in a variety of ~~different tile~~ sizes, patterns and colours. Carpet tiles are often used in commercial and public buildings such as airports, schools ~~and~~ libraries.	+	Carpet tiles, also known as carpet squares, are a type of flooring which can be used as an alternative to the more common rolled carpet. They are formed from an upper layer of pile attached to a backing and are produced in a variety of sizes, materials, fibres, patterns and colours. Carpet tiles are often used in commercial and public buildings such as airports, offices, schools, libraries and so on.

	For the different types of carpet fibers, see Types of carpet.		For the different types of carpet fibers, see Types of carpet.

−	Carpet tiles are manufactured in both non-adhesive (~~requires glue~~) and adhesive (peel-and-stick) styles.	+	Carpet tiles are manufactured in both non-adhesive (require gluing) and adhesive (peel-and-stick) styles.

−	When choosing tiles, it is important to consider the overall design scheme and the requirements of the finished floor, as well as the size of the tiles required.	+	When choosing tiles, it is important to consider the overall design scheme and the requirements of the finished floor, as well as the size and durability of the tiles required.

	Some of the benefits of using carpet tiles include:		Some of the benefits of using carpet tiles include:

−	* ~~Easier~~ to install than ~~standard~~ rolled carpet.	+	* They can be easier to install than rolled carpet.
−	* ~~Carpet tiles~~ can be installed over many floor types, including timber and concrete.	+	* They can be installed over many floor types, including timber and concrete.
	* Individual tiles can be removed and replaced for cleaning or if they get damaged.		* Individual tiles can be removed and replaced for cleaning or if they get damaged.
−	* Creative ~~pattern~~ designs can be achieved.	+	* Creative patterned designs can be achieved.
	* Many tiles are manufactured with good stain resistant properties.		* Many tiles are manufactured with good stain resistant properties.

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	* The seams of the tiles are more visible than rolled carpet and so require careful installation to avoid an uneven appearance.		* The seams of the tiles are more visible than rolled carpet and so require careful installation to avoid an uneven appearance.
−	* ~~Should be tightly fitted on~~ a ~~clean sub-floor to avoid curling~~ and ~~presenting~~ a trip hazard.	+	* They can have a 'corporate' or 'municipal' feel.
−	* ~~Not~~ suitable for areas where they may be exposed to moisture ~~and damp~~.	+	* They can become unstuck, and curling or lifting at edges can create a trip hazard.
−	* ~~Carpet tiles~~ can be more expensive than ~~rolls~~.	+	* They can be more difficult to remove than rolled carpet, which can be easily lifted.
		+	* They can make access to under-floor services more difficult.
		+	* They are generally not suitable for areas where they may be exposed to moisture.
		+	* They can be more expensive than rolled carpet.

	= Find out more =		= Find out more =

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Carpet tiles, also known as carpet squares, are a type of flooring which is an alternative to the more common rolled carpet. It is made of an upper layer of pile attached to a backing and are produced in a variety of different tile sizes, patterns and colours. Carpet tiles are often used in commercial and public buildings such as airports, schools and libraries.

For the different types of carpet fibers, see Types of carpet.

Carpet tiles are manufactured in both non-adhesive (requires glue) and adhesive (peel-and-stick) styles.

When choosing tiles, it is important to consider the overall design scheme and the requirements of the finished floor, as well as the size of the tiles required.

Some of the benefits of using carpet tiles include:

* Easier to install than standard rolled carpet.
* Carpet tiles can be installed over many floor types, including timber and concrete.
* Individual tiles can be removed and replaced for cleaning or if they get damaged.
* Creative pattern designs can be achieved.
* Many tiles are manufactured with good stain resistant properties.

Some of the drawbacks of using carpet tiles include:

* The seams of the tiles are more visible than rolled carpet and so require careful installation to avoid an uneven appearance.
* Should be tightly fitted on a clean sub-floor to avoid curling and presenting a trip hazard.
* Not suitable for areas where they may be exposed to moisture and damp.
* Carpet tiles can be more expensive than rolls.

= Find out more =

=== Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===

* Adhesives.
* Carpet protection film.
* Fittings.
* Floor insulation.
* Flooring.
* Furnishings.
* How to fit carpet.
* Interior design.
* How to fit skirting boards.
* Resin flooring.
* Skirting boards.
* Terrazzo.
* Types of carpet.

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