Install Carpet Padding On Stairs

Repeat as needed to cover all the treads.

Install carpet padding on stairs.

A well done stair runner installation can greatly improve the look of the staircase as well as improve the safety of the structure. Carpet on stairs can cushion the descent down the flight and cut back on the racket when kids pets or guests ascend the staircase to the second floor. 1 remove the old tackless strips with a pry bar if you plan to replace the old carpet. Install the carpet 2 7 step 7.

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. Fold the pad in half then line up the half mark on the top of the tread. Install carpet padding in pieces to fit over the top of each stair tread. Building codes control the dimensions of treads and risers.

For a wrap installation mark the rug pad at 3 inches longer than the depth of the tread. Measure the stairs for the carpet 2 6 step 6. Step by step guide 2 1 step 1. A pad can help the overlying carpet to last longer.

Staple the carpet down. The deeper the tread the more comfortable the climb. Installing carpet on stairs can be tricky and time consuming but it can be accomplished even by novices with some understanding and patience. Carpeted stairs are safer than hard surface stairs as they lessen your chances of slipping and pad your fall if you lose your balance.

Put on the carpet pads 2 4 step 4. Waterfall or french cap. Install tackless strips 2 3 step 3. These will grip the carpet backing and hold it in place.

Treads are typically 10 to 11 1 2 inches deep. Fit carpet pad to the stair 2 5 step 5. There are two methods of installing carpet on the stair. Cut three strips of double sided carpet tape and place them at each edge and in the middle of the carpet pad.

Measure and cut the carpet pad to fit 2 2 step 2. It is an easy and fast way to install the carpet and for this reason many new home builders use this method. Prepare your stairs for carpet installation by installing tack strips thin pieces of wood resembling yardsticks with tacks pointing upward.