Install Vinyl Runner On Stairs

Line up runner between layout marks on first tread.

Install vinyl runner on stairs.

Hold down front knob with one hand using the other hand to keep the kicker s shaft level. For a wrap installation smooth the end of the rug over the nose of the next tread and use the bolster chisel to press the rug tightly underneath the nose. One popular method used to protect carpeted steps is to install a vinyl stair runner over the carpet. Runner should engage tackless strip and become taut.

Purchase a runner with short studs for low pile carpets or one with long studs for carpets with high pile. Roll the runner up over the top of the stair and press it into place over the two tape strips. A traditional carpet runner is a possibility when you don t want to sacrifice aesthetics for function provided you use extra long staples or upholstery nails to attach the runner to the stair. Place the edge of the corridor against the lower edge of the first stage.

For a waterfall installation pull the end of the rug over the next tread and staple as above. Vinyl stair runner over carpet description. Benefit of stair runners for carpeted steps title. Unroll a small section of the corridor at the bottom of the stairs to the third step.

Push it hand tight toward tackless strip. You can purchase a vinyl runner that is smaller than the width of the treads or one that can cover the tread of each step completely. Continue this installation over the successive treads until you reach the end of the runner. Hit kicker with knee.

This is the corner between the floor and step. Place front edge of knee kicker on center of the runner about 2 inches from the riser. If the carpet on the steps is thick installing a vinyl runner rather than a carpet runner may be your best option. Make sure the teeth behind the rest of the vinyl carpet runner in step.

Obtain a vinyl runner that is suitable for the type of carpet you have on your stairs.