How do I bind carpet edges?
Carpet has raw edges
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Kathy, here is a video I watched about this very thing. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bm37Jxu4YoI
Kathy: maybe this will help
https://www.hunker.com/13411760/how-to-bind-carpet-edges
I like Nan's suggestion but - as a confirmed tightwad, I buy duct tape in a complimentary color and fold it around the rug edges. Not as pretty but it does work for me.
Duck tape would definitely work but you can purchase edging that I believe can be ironed on as well.
This is how you might want to do this https://www.hometalk.com/diy/floors-ceilings/how-to-bind-carpet-edges-at-home-44437212
How to Bind Carpet Edges at Home