Guide on Installing a Stair Runner: A Do-It-Yourself Walkthrough
In the heart of a home renovation that began at the start of the year, one of the latest additions to the entryway is a stylish and practical DIY Stair Runner. The homeowner, eager to share their DIY journey, documented the entire process and shared it on Instagram stories, saving it to highlights for easy reference.
The choice of runner was meticulously considered, taking into account factors such as potential for dirt and stains, especially with kids and pets present. The material of the runner was crucial, with indoor/outdoor rugs made of Polypropylene and wool being popular choices due to their durability and easy maintenance. The pattern of the runner was also important, as it should be able to be matched up and repeated for a seamless look. Cotton, however, was not recommended due to its lack of durability and difficulty in cleaning.
Preparation for the installation began with cleaning the stairs thoroughly. The entryway had seen its fair share of renovation tasks, including painting, installing trim, cleaning, and caulking. Before installing the carpet padding, the stairs were deep-scrubbed and any paint splatter was carefully removed with a razor blade.
The carpet padding was measured and cut to be about 2 inches smaller in width than the runner, and to have a depth that allows the runner to sit nicely around the curve of the step. It was then centered and stapled to the steps with 1/2 inch staples, ensuring the same distance on either side of the runner to double check the center.
The DIY Stair Runner installation took a few hours and required regular runners that were pieced together. The process started at the top, with the folded edge placed under the lip of the floor and stapled across the top. A carpet tucker was used to get the runner down into the corner as tight as possible, starting in the center and stapling out towards the edges. The carpet tucker also kept the runner taunt and even as you staple going out towards the edges, making sure there is the same amount of stair exposed on either side of the runner.
Multiple runners can be joined by cutting off the excess and using a new runner with a pattern that matches up, folding the unfinished edge under and stapling along the back corner. The ending of the runner can be finished by simply cutting off the excess, folding it under and stapling it along the top edge of the trim.
The DIY Stair Runner installation has added a touch of style and practicality to the entryway, which was originally divided by a wall but now merged two spaces. The homeowner's DIY journey serves as an inspiration for those looking to tackle home renovation projects themselves.
Supplies needed for the DIY Stair Runner installation include runners, carpet padding, fabric scissors, a crown staple gun, staples, carpet tucker, a pencil, a tape measure, and clean wooden stairs.
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