Carpet tiles are mostly used for laying over floors to provide a durable and/or decorative surface. They are occasionally used to line walls or the inside of lifts for purely decorative reasons, They are generally to be found in commercial, industrial and retail shops and offices.

PPE requirements indicated are for guidance purposes only. DRIDS has identified the PPE that is mandatory on all demolition projects and ones that may be required subject to site specific Risk Assessment & Method Statement (RAMS). Hover over the icon to determine the types of PPE required for the removal of this material.

Carpet tiles are relatively easy to remove, segregate and store. Carpet tiles that are in good condition, not water damaged and not fixed in place with glues will have some reclamation and reuse value. They should be segregated and stored flat on a suitably sized pallet, wrapped in cling film and stored inside or under cover to keep them dry. They should also be stored away from plant movements to prevent splash damage. Carpet tiles destined for recycling should be stored in a similar fashion. Carpet tiles destined for incineration with energy recovery are often added to a mixed waste skip along with similar items of calorific value.

Crowbar, hammer, screwdriver, bolster chisel, spade end tool, scrapper/mutt.

Carpet tiles are traditionally laid in place on a floor without any fixing. Some carpet tiles used on walls or in lifts will be fixed in place with a glue or adhesive. Carpet tiles may be integr.ated with door strips or edging strips for safety and decorative purposes.

Subject to task-specific Risk Assessment & Method Statement (RAMS). Use correct protective equipment for removing fixings especially screws, door strips and edging strips. Wear gloves when handling carpet tiles especially those coated in bitumen or adhesives to prevent irritation and cuts. Wear eye protection when removing screws with a crowbar, hammer or bolster chisel.

• Carpet Tiles Reuse
• Cradle to Cradle
• Rethinking Carpet Waste
• Carpet Tile Recycling
• Carpet Recycling

• Manual Handling
• Safe Use of Hand Tools