How To Install A Rug On Stairs

Roll up the carpet and lay it a few steps above the bottom.

How to install a rug on stairs.

Install tackless strips 2 3 step 3. For the rug itself you can absolutely use a regular runner or even a few runners placed end to end just make sure it will go the entire length of your stair risers and treads. Then pull the end toward the bottom. Staple the carpet down.

A good way to. Measure and cut the carpet pad to fit 2 2 step 2. Fit carpet pad to the stair 2 5 step 5. Install the carpet 2 7 step 7.

Installing carpet on stairs can be tricky and time consuming but it can be accomplished even by novices with some understanding and patience. Once you have selected your carpet measured and prepped your stairs you are ready to begin installing your new carpet before getting started be sure to learn the terms for the different parts of your staircase. Measure the stairs for the carpet 2 6 step 6. You ll need some slack to work with so that you don t tug too hard on the bottom and cause the entire roll to fall down on you.

Prepare your stairs for carpet installation by installing tack strips thin pieces of wood resembling yardsticks with tacks pointing upward. Put on the carpet pads 2 4 step 4. Keep the roll centered as you work your way up the stairs.