{"product_id":"car-builders-4-way-stretch-automotive-carpet","title":"Car Builders 4 Way Stretch Automotive Carpet, 2m Wide","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"answer-box\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard carpet pleats and lifts when you try to pull it around a wheel arch or a speaker box. 4 Way Stretch Carpet stretches both ways, so it follows those curves under contact adhesive. It is UV stable, 2m wide, sold in 1m, 3m and 12m lengths, and glues down with contact adhesive. It is not made for underfoot areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat problems does the 4 Way Stretch Carpet fix?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarpet that creases and bunches over curves.\u003c\/strong\u003e The 4 way stretch lets it pull around wheel arches and compound curves without pleats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFaded trim in a sunny van or ute.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is UV stable, so it holds its colour better in the sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot knowing how much to order.\u003c\/strong\u003e It comes 2m wide, so every metre of length gives you 2 square metres.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePatchy colour on a reorder.\u003c\/strong\u003e Contact our team before reordering and we will check the batch with Car Builders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow it works\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a cut pile carpet with a stretch in both directions. Spray or brush contact adhesive on the panel and the carpet back, let it tack off, then lay the carpet and work it around the shape. Because the pile stretches in both directions, a speaker box corner or arch takes it without relief cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is in the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e1 x piece of 4 Way Stretch Carpet, 2m wide, in the colour and length you choose\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery metre of length is 2 square metres of carpet. Measure the panels you want to cover, add some for wrapping edges, and pick the 1m, 3m or 12m length to suit. Car Builders state the carpet is available up to 3m long in one piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWill it fit my vehicle?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCar Builders call this a universal carpet and do not tie it to a vehicle. It is meant for walls, wheel arches, quarter panels, rear firewalls, roofs, boot lids and speaker boxes. Keep it off floors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to install\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate. Once 4 Way Stretch touches tacky contact glue it grabs hard, so dry fit and mark each piece first.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the panel and remove any old carpet, glue and dust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave a generous border when you cut the 4 Way Stretch so there is enough to fold behind the panel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoat both surfaces, panel and carpet backing, with contact glue and wait until it is tacky.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart in the middle of the panel and pull the stretch carpet outward, easing it over each curve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFold the border behind the panel and cut off what is left with a fresh blade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"video\"\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/k6CorTpXn0g\" title=\"4 Way Stretch Carpet video\" loading=\"lazy\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMistakes to avoid\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaying 4 Way Stretch in a footwell, where shoes wear it out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixing batches on one job without checking the colour match first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaying the carpet before the contact adhesive has tacked off.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCut pile automotive carpet, 4 way stretch, UV stable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSheet width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.0m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLengths\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1m, 3m or 12m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eArea\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 square metres per metre of length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eThickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e350g per square metre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColours\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack, Quartz Grey, Light Grey, Dark Grey, Light Brown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSupplier code\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCRP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan 4 Way Stretch go on a floor or footwell?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Car Builders say it is not suitable underfoot, so pick a floor grade carpet or vinyl for that.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich adhesive holds 4 Way Stretch on a curved panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eContact adhesive. Car Builders Premium Spray Adhesive is made for the job.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill a new 4 Way Stretch roll match my last batch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBatches can differ a little in colour. Contact our team before you order and we will check the batch number with Car Builders.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much area does each metre of 4 Way Stretch give me?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e2m wide. A 3m length gives you 6 square metres.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Light Brown available in 12m?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot at the moment. Light Brown is offered in 1m and 3m lengths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your rights under the Australian Consumer Law apply. Contact our team for warranty help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"related-links\"\u003eAlso for your build: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/frankiesautoelectrics.com.au\/products\/car-builders-sa-premium-spray-adhesive\"\u003eupholstery spray adhesive\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/frankiesautoelectrics.com.au\/products\/car-builders-al-acoustic-liner-carpet-underlay\"\u003eStage 2 acoustic liner\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/frankiesautoelectrics.com.au\/products\/car-builders-short-length-stretch-carpet\"\u003eshort length stretch carpet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Car Builders","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ 1m x 2m","offer_id":43176404746333,"sku":"CRP_BLACK_1M","price":39.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ 3m x 2m","offer_id":67857702289501,"sku":"CRP_BLACK_3M","price":119.97,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ 12m x 2m","offer_id":67857702322269,"sku":"CRP_BLACK_12M","price":399.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Quartz Grey \/ 1m x 2m","offer_id":67857702355037,"sku":"CRP_QGREY_1M","price":39.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Quartz Grey \/ 3m x 2m","offer_id":67857702387805,"sku":"CRP_QGREY_3M","price":119.97,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Quartz Grey \/ 12m x 2m","offer_id":67857702420573,"sku":"CRP_QGREY_12M","price":399.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Light Grey \/ 1m x 2m","offer_id":67857702453341,"sku":"CRP_LGREY_1M","price":39.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Light Grey \/ 3m x 2m","offer_id":67857702486109,"sku":"CRP_LGREY_3M","price":119.97,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Light Grey \/ 12m x 2m","offer_id":67857702518877,"sku":"CRP_LGREY_12M","price":399.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dark Grey \/ 1m x 2m","offer_id":67857702551645,"sku":"CRP_DGREY_1M","price":39.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dark Grey \/ 3m x 2m","offer_id":67857702584413,"sku":"CRP_DGREY_3M","price":119.97,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dark Grey \/ 12m x 2m","offer_id":67857702617181,"sku":"CRP_DGREY_12M","price":399.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Light Brown \/ 1m x 2m","offer_id":67857702649949,"sku":"CRP_TAN_1M","price":39.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Light Brown \/ 3m x 2m","offer_id":67857702682717,"sku":"CRP_TAN_3M","price":119.97,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0640\/9528\/9437\/files\/crp_01_CRP.jpg?v=1793162881","url":"https:\/\/frankiesautoelectrics.com.au\/products\/car-builders-4-way-stretch-automotive-carpet","provider":"Frankies Auto Electrics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}