How To Install A Rug On Stairs

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.

How to install a rug on stairs. Measure and cut the carpet pad to fit 2 2 step 2. Prepare your stairs for carpet installation by installing tack strips thin pieces of wood resembling yardsticks with tacks pointing upward. 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. Put on the carpet pads 2 4 step 4.

Install tackless strips 2 3 step 3. Install the carpet 2 7 step 7. Measure the stairs for the carpet 2 6 step 6. Step by step guide 2 1 step 1.

Roll up the carpet and lay it a few steps above the bottom. 2 installing carpet on stairs. Then pull the end toward the bottom. 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. Fit carpet pad to the stair 2 5 step 5. These will grip the carpet backing and hold it in place.