Have any of you purchased carpet stair treads instead of carpeting?
kruegesm
7 years ago
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Jak Perth
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Solid wood stairs or carpet on stairs...which would you do?
Comments (26)The potential problems with removal of runner are dependent upon how the runner was installed. Some dearies actually tack the runner to the steps, tread and riser. Ouch, because removal leaves those holes to be filled and stained to match (very difficult to conceal). An alternative method is to use carpet bars which come in wood or metal, in an assortment of finishes. This is slightly more expensive but imo, also *looks* more luxurious. The carpet is barred at the back of the tread where it meets the riser; best practice has the runner tacked beneath each tread rather than slanted from top-front to the back of the next lower riser. Note that under-tread tacking also uses the most running feet of carpet, so the most finished appearance is going to cost. There are several other methods, so discuss intent with the installer before s/he does the work. One thing for sure, is to not use any sort of sticky-back tape: it either doesn't hold well, or holds too well and removel is labor-intensive. Because of the carpet pile height, if possible choose treads that are slightly deeper than usual so as to maintain fully safe depth....See MoreWood versus carpet stair treads
Comments (6)What is the reason for carpeted stairs to the basement? Is that the entry area? Our old house had carpeted stairs and we ended up pulling it out after DH slipped and fell down the last 3 steps, knocking a large hole in the wall at the bottom. It could have been the carpet type, which was installed over finished hard wood steps, but all I know is that after we took it out, no more problems with slipping (or kids using the stairs to 'surf' with cardboard. Anyway, back to the topic, I'd suggest a unified look if at all possible....See MoreHow to safely secure carpet stair treads
Comments (1)What does the carpet tread manufacturer suggest? Anything that permanently affixes the carpet to the treads is going to damage the surface (at least on the wood). I personally prefer a properly installed stair runner over carpet treads...but that's me. I do not like hanging my physical well being on a roll of double sided carpet tape from Home Depot (I've met the people who ended up in hospital...the broken bones heal but the head injuries persist). I would leave the carpet treads in the box they came in and bring in a flooring/stair expert to give you a quote on a properly installed stair runner. If the cost is doable, then ship the treads back in their original packaging. Don't even open them....See MoreStair Tread Carpet Recommendations
Comments (2)Hi Patricia, I was just looking through old posts and was reminded of this! For some reason I don't get any notifications for posts! I love the look of a real runner but it's too committal for me at this point. Maybe when the kids and dogs are out of the house someday :). For now it's just about the safety of the dogs :). I ended up getting 2 different stair tread carpet and using this: Super Area Rugs Stair Tread Installation Kit, Securing Adhesive Tape Roll https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01EZ8AAAM/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Supposedly it won't cause any damage -- and it works great - literally zero slippage and now I feel much better about my dogs going up/down both sets of stairs. Thanks!...See Morebrdrl
7 years ago
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