Tufting Starter Set [AK-1 Cut Pile]

A must-have for tufting beginners! A starter set with all the tools and instructions to make one rug.

The AK-1 is the world's most standard tufting gun, developed exclusively for cut pile.

Perfect for those who are wondering what to buy! This is a tufting starter set recommended by a home tufting specialty store.

Recommended points

• 10% off when purchasing a set Save 6,204 yen compared to purchasing each item separately!
• Even beginners can rest assured! An exclusive manual video is included that provides detailed instructions on how to use and create the product.
• You can choose the tufting gun and trimmer in your favorite color.
• The set contains a wide range of items necessary for tufting.

Set contents

• Tufting start manual video
• AK-1 Tufting Gun...Colors available
• 1 Tufting gun threader
• Carpet trimmer (rug trimmer)…colors available
• One-touch carpet trimmer guide
• Ball winder
• Rug adhesive (with anti-mite ingredients) 1kg
• Tufting cloth 100cm x 100cm
• Lining mesh 220×200cm
• Soft Acrylic Yarn 200g 6 Cones
• Soft Acrylic Yarn Color Chart
  
  

◇Things you need to prepare yourself

• Paper marker pen (for drawing designs on fabric)
• Hand mixer or stand mixer (for mixing the adhesive)
• A container for mixing adhesives
• Spatula (for adhesive)
• Scissors
• Projector (not necessary if you plan on drawing the design freehand)
  
  

◾️AK-1 Tufting Gun

https://rugmatag.com/products/ak-1-cutpile-tuftinggun

Tufting gun specially designed for cut pile.

・Cut pile height: approx. 16 mm

*Please refrain from adjusting or disassembling the brush as adjusting the length of the pile is very complicated and may cause it to break. Please note that adjustments or disassembly will not be covered by the warranty.

Weight: 3 lbs (1.4 kg)

- Universal voltage 100-240V, 50-60Hz

・Can be used directly in electrical outlets in Japan

- The gear part is equipped with a guard protector for safety. It prevents damage caused by yarn getting caught or injuries caused by hair getting caught, so you can use it with peace of mind.

・Country of origin: China (inspected in Japan, shipped domestically) *During the import process, the box may have scratches or dents. Also, the Clear version may have scratches on the handle. Please note that this cannot be exchanged.

-Our store is an authorized dealer, so please purchase with confidence. ( Please be careful of counterfeit products on other online shopping sites.)

After use, remove any hair or debris using a thin brush or cotton swab. Also, apply oil regularly (about once every two weeks). Be sure to do this, as lack of maintenance can lead to breakdowns.

■About warranty■

Warranty period: 90 days from date of purchase

For initial defects or natural failures within the warranty period, maintenance is free once, but from the second time onwards, a fee will be charged (customer pays shipping costs).

After 90 days from the date of purchase: Maintenance fee is 4,000 yen (shipping costs paid by customer)

◾️Carpet trimmer Rug clipper

https://rugmatag.com/products/carpet_trimmer

These clippers are perfect for finishing cut pile rugs.

Voltage: 100-240V, 50-60Hz (can be used directly with any outlet in Japan)

Power: 200W

Speed: 2000-6000RPM

Size: 4.5×18cm

Weight: 300g

*Oil is not included due to import restrictions. Please purchase oil for the clipper separately.

・Country of origin: China (inspected and shipped domestically in Japan)

・We guarantee a 90-day return or exchange for defective products only. *Please note that products that break due to use other than intended will not be eligible for exchange.

◾️One-touch carpet trimmer guide (easy to remove)

https://rugmatag.com/products/carpet-trimmer-guide-clear

A trimmer guide with a fixed blade angle that makes it easy to achieve uniform pile length.

*When working, be careful not to cut too much and use too much force.

*Make sure to insert the trimmer all the way in before using.

*The acrylic part is protected with a sticker. Please peel it off before use.

◾️Dharma ball winder type 1

https://rugmatag.com/products/thread-winding-machine

A convenient ball winder for dividing cone-wound yarn into smaller pieces.

*It can be installed on tables up to about 3cm thick.

*Please pull the silver thread guide firmly until it is no longer wobbly before using.

・Country of origin: China (inspected and shipped domestically in Japan)

◾️ Backing agent for tufting (rug adhesive) Contains anti-mite ingredients

https://rugmatag.com/products/tufting-glue-anti-mite

An adhesive with proven anti-mite properties that is actually used in carpet factories.

Contents: 1kg

Type: Water-based adhesive

Ingredients: Natural rubber, synthetic rubber (SBR)

※made in Japan

◾️Tufting cloth 100cm x 100cm

https://rugmatag.com/products/tufting_cloth

Tufting cloth designed for making rugs and carpets, with yellow guidelines every 5cm.

Material: 20% cotton, 80% polyester

◾️Mesh lining 220×200cm

https://rugmatag.com/products/keke-cloth-mesh

This backing provides a non-slip effect when used in conjunction with the rug adhesive sold in our store. It can be cut to size, making it suitable for complex rug shapes.

Material: 100% rayon

Size: 220×200cm

Color: White

Country of Origin: Japan

*Pattern may vary depending on where the fabric is cut.

◾️Acrylic yarn for tufting (soft acrylic) 200g 6 cones

https://rugmatag.com/collections/tufting-yarn-softacrylic

A set of 6 soft acrylic yarns in standard colors that are frequently used.

◾️Acrylic yarn for tufting (soft acrylic) color chart

https://rugmatag.com/products/tufting-soft-acrylic-color-chart

A color chart of all 92 colors of soft acrylic yarn.