How To Install A Rug On Stairs

Prepare your stairs for carpet installation by installing tack strips thin pieces of wood resembling yardsticks with tacks pointing upward.

How to install a rug on stairs.

A good way to. Installing carpet on stairs can be tricky and time consuming but it can be accomplished even by novices with some understanding and patience. Install tackless strips 2 3 step 3. Measure and cut the carpet pad to fit 2 2 step 2.

Measure the stairs for the carpet 2 6 step 6. 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. 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. These will grip the carpet backing and hold it in place.

Install the carpet 2 7 step 7. Put on the carpet pads 2 4 step 4. Keep the roll centered as you work your way up the stairs. Staple the carpet down.

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. Fit carpet pad to the stair 2 5 step 5. Step by step guide 2 1 step 1.