Before getting started, be sure to learn the terms for the different parts of your staircase.
The instructions will be much easier to follow if you speak the same language.
Two Installation Methods
There are two different ways toinstall carpeton stairs.
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Trim the excess carpet at the end.
Before You Begin
Choose your carpet and measure your stairs.
Cut the carpet carefully to fit the stairs.
If you do get a fiber caught, gently pull it out using a flat-head screwdriver.
Trim the Carpet
When the carpet is securely fastened, trim any excess.
Repeat the process with the next riser.
You’ll need to determine if you have cap stairs, pie stairs, bullnoses, or Hollywood stairs.
First, roll out the tread as described above.
Wrap the carpet around each post.
you’re able to then fold the carpet over and bring it together to cover the entire step.
The only main difference is that there will be a lot more excess to trim.
It is found most commonly at the very bottom of the staircase as the first stair.
Finish Method for Hollywood Stairs
Stairs that have no risers are called Hollywood stairs.
