Install tackless strips 2 3 step 3.
Instal carpet on stairs.
Waterfall or french cap.
Such as the basement and underground enclosures.
This method is most suitable for heavy and thick set carpets.
These will grip the carpet backing and hold it in place.
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.
2 installing carpet on stairs.
Staple the carpet down.
Once you are happy with the carpet placement secure the carpet down with staples.
Installing carpet on stairs can be tricky and time consuming but it can be accomplished even by novices with some understanding and patience.
Step 8 staple carpet down.
There are two methods of installing carpet on the stair.
Center the carpet at the bottom of the stairs using an awl to push the carpet back into the tackless strip to create a clean line.
Install the carpet 2 7 step 7.
It is an easy and fast way to install the carpet and for this reason many new home builders use this method.
Put on the carpet pads 2 4 step 4.
Move the electric carpet tacker between the edge to fix the staple.
Step by step guide 2 1 step 1.
The waterfall method involves simply bending the carpet over the edge of the stair and bringing it straight down to meet the tread of the next step.
Measure and cut the carpet pad to fit 2 2 step 2.
Measure the stairs for the carpet 2 6 step 6.
Fit carpet pad to the stair 2 5 step 5.
The waterfall method of installing carpets on staircases suits less visited areas.