How To Install Stair Treads Rugs

Our treads come with a pressure sensitive adhesive that keeps the tread in place without damage.

How to install stair treads rugs.

Wait for the surface to dry. For a flat top installation mark a cut line on the rug pad inch from the front of the stair tread. If the stair is open on the side with railing posts the carpet must be cut around each post and re joined on the other side. Wrap the carpet around each post.

Fasten the treads with carpet tacks if your stairs are already carpeted. Then use the top of the step as a guide to cut the double sided tape to size. You can use an awl to push the carpet stair tread in. Specially formulated adhesive is safe for all surfaces and allows for a secure installation in just minutes.

To do this start with the very bottom of the stairs and then secure it in through the tackless tape that you have at each step. Clean all of the stairs with a clean damp cloth. Insert three carpet tacks in the center of each stair tread and another tack in each corner making a total of seven tacks. All installed carpet stair treads can be easily removed or replaced as needed.

The points on the strip should lean toward the riser. Align the top edge of the rug pad against the back of the tread and use a yardstick to make sure it is straight. 2 once the surface is dry place the stair tread on the step with the back facing upwards. When you re finally done with the padding you can start installing the carpet stair treads.

Installing carpet stair treads takes as little as 20 minutes.