There are two methods of installing carpet on the stair.
Install carpet stair stringer.
After the stringers are attached install the stair treads and risers.
Secure them to the stringers with wood screws.
As you install one riser position and fasten the corresponding tread so you can carefully climb to the next step for installation.
Diyers of any skill level can add color and comfort to stairs.
I would like to have it match the basebaseboards so will plan to paint.
Next you ll need to nail down tackless strips onto each step which is how you ll keep the carpet in place after it s installed.
It is an easy and fast way to install the carpet and for this reason many new home builders use this method.
Such a shame because the wood just has so many staples.
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This video will show you how to install carpet on your stairs for less than 1 10th of the cost to have it done professionally.
How to deal with stringers that had carpet thanks jim for the detailed diagram.
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.
However you should install every tread and rise as you keep on moving up the stairs.
We re iin philadelphia on the east coast and i ve never seen this before.
Start installing the treads and risers.
We had carpet on the outer stringer.
To carpet your stairs start by measuring your stairs and using a pencil to mark a line two inches on either side of each tread to give you an outline of where the carpet should go.
Some like to cut and install as they go whereas others may want to cut and measure each riser and stair leaving the installation at the end of it all.
Installing carpet on stairs can be tricky and time consuming but it can be accomplished even by novices with some understanding and patience.