{"product_id":"car-builders-short-length-stretch-carpet","title":"Car Builders Short Length Stretch Carpet, 2m Wide Clearance","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"answer-box\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trimming one speaker box, a boot lid or a pair of arches does not need a full roll of carpet. These clearance offcuts of 4 Way Stretch are sized for small jobs and still stretch around curves. It is 3mm thick, 350g per square metre and UV stable. Pieces are up to 900mm long and 2m wide, clearance stock, so they suit small panels. Stock is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat problems does the Short Length Stretch Carpet fix?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePaying for a full roll to cover one small panel.\u003c\/strong\u003e Short lengths suit a speaker box, a wheel arch or a boot lid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarpet that creases over curves.\u003c\/strong\u003e The 4 way stretch lets it contour to complex shapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFaded trim in the sun.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is UV stable automotive grade carpet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMatching an existing colour.\u003c\/strong\u003e Colours look different online.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow it works\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is cut pile carpet that stretches in every direction. Apply spray adhesive to the panel and the carpet back, then work the carpet around the shape. The stretch lets it follow curves without pleats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is in the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e1 x piece of Short Length Stretch Carpet, 2m wide and up to 900mm long, in the colour you choose\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach piece is 2m wide and up to 900mm long. Piece lengths vary, so for a panel that needs an exact length contact our team before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWill it fit my vehicle?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUniversal. Car Builders list walls, 1\/4 panels, arches, rear firewalls, roofs, boot lids and speaker boxes as ideal spots for these offcuts. Not suitable for underfoot areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to install\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate. Spray adhesive leaves little room to reposition, so plan each piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrip off the old carpet and glue, then wipe the panel free of dust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut a piece a little bigger than the panel so you can wrap the edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply spray adhesive to the panel and the back of the carpet as the glue maker directs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWork the offcut out from the middle, stretching as you round each edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrim the excess with a sharp blade and wrap the edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMistakes to avoid\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePutting an offcut down as floor carpet. Offcuts are not made for floors or footwells.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrdering a short length for a panel longer than the piece.\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\u003eSheet length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShort lengths, up to 900mm, varies by piece\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eThickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3mm\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\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStock\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClearance, limited stock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I choose the exact length?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePieces vary in length up to 900mm. Contact our team if you need a set length and we will check stock with Car Builders.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan a short length piece go in a footwell?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. No. It is not suitable underfoot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat sticks these offcuts down?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpray adhesive, which you buy on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I match an offcut to carpet already in my car?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eColours look different online to in person. If you need it to match carpet already fitted, talk to us first.\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-4-way-stretch-automotive-carpet\"\u003estretch automotive carpet\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/frankiesautoelectrics.com.au\/products\/car-builders-sa-premium-spray-adhesive\"\u003ehigh temp spray adhesive\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/frankiesautoelectrics.com.au\/products\/car-builders-mnl-mass-noise-liner\"\u003emass noise liner\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Car Builders","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":67857724735581,"sku":"CRP_SHRT_BLACK","price":20.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Quartz Grey","offer_id":67857724833885,"sku":"CRP_SHRT_QGREY","price":20.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Light Grey","offer_id":67857724866653,"sku":"CRP_SHRT_LGREY","price":20.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dark Grey","offer_id":67857724899421,"sku":"CRP_SHRT_DGREY","price":20.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0640\/9528\/9437\/files\/crp_short_01_CRP_Short_Parent.jpg?v=1793164491","url":"https:\/\/frankiesautoelectrics.com.au\/products\/car-builders-short-length-stretch-carpet","provider":"Frankies Auto Electrics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}