Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about Loopi, yarn calculations, pricing, and more.

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Business & Pricing
#business #commissions #clients

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Business & Pricing
#business #legal #copyright

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Business & Pricing
#business #pricing #selling

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Business & Pricing
#business #scaling #professional

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Business & Pricing
#business #shipping #logistics

How do I finish the back of my rug and what glue should I use?

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Finishing & Professional Results
#finishing #adhesive #backing

After cutting and vacuuming, yarn still comes out when touched - why?

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Finishing & Professional Results
#troubleshooting #finishing #shedding

How do I create an account and get started?

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Getting Started
#account #registration

What is Loopi and how does it help tufting artists?

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Getting Started
#basics #introduction #platform

Where can I find cheap tufting materials and supplies?

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Materials & Equipment
#materials #budget #suppliers

What fabric should I use - monks cloth vs burlap vs primary tufting cloth?

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Materials & Equipment
#materials #fabric #backing

Which tufting gun should I buy as a beginner - AK-I, AK-II, or something else?

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Materials & Equipment
#equipment #beginner #purchasing

What type and weight of yarn works best?

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Materials & Equipment
#materials #yarn #fiber

What currencies and units does Loopi support?

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Pricing & Quotes
#currency #units #international

How does the pricing calculator work?

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Pricing & Quotes
#pricing #calculator #quotes

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Safety & Health
#safety #chemicals #ventilation

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Safety & Health
#safety #health #noise

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Safety & Health
#safety #health #long-term

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Safety & Health
#safety #health #PPE

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Safety & Health
#safety #ergonomics #health

How do I fix my autofiring tufting gun?

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Technical Issues
#troubleshooting #safety #gun-issues

Why does my tufting cloth keep getting holes or tearing?

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Technical Issues
#troubleshooting #fabric #damage

How tight should my tufting cloth be stretched on the frame?

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Technical Issues
#setup #frame #tension

Why does my tufting gun keep jamming or the yarn won't feed properly?

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Technical Issues
#troubleshooting #maintenance #gun-issues

How do I maintain and lubricate my tufting gun properly?

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Technical Issues
#maintenance #gun-care #longevity

What speed and pressure settings should I use?

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Technical Issues
#technique #settings #beginner

Why won't my tufting gun cut the yarn properly?

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Technical Issues
#troubleshooting #cut-pile #gun-issues

Why doesn't the yarn stay in the cloth/keeps pulling out?

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Technical Issues
#troubleshooting #technique #beginner

How do I set up my artist page?

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Technical
#artist #profile #portfolio

What image formats and sizes are supported for design uploads?

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Technical
#images #upload #design

How can I create smooth color gradients and blending effects?

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Techniques & Methods
#advanced #artistic #color

How can I achieve precise curves and detailed line work?

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Techniques & Methods
#advanced #technique #precision

How do I create custom shapes beyond rectangles?

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Techniques & Methods
#advanced #shapes #artistic

How do I transfer complex designs onto backing fabric without losing detail?

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Techniques & Methods
#design #transfer #advanced

What's the best way to combine loop pile and cut pile for maximum impact?

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Techniques & Methods
#advanced #texture #artistic

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