Move the electric carpet tacker between the edge to fix the staple.
Instal carpet on stairs.
Fit carpet pad to the stair 2 5 step 5.
There are two methods of installing carpet on the stair.
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.
Once you are happy with the carpet placement secure the carpet down with staples.
Such as the basement and underground enclosures.
Staple the carpet down.
Waterfall or french cap.
Measure the stairs for the carpet 2 6 step 6.
These will grip the carpet backing and hold it in place.
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 tackless strips 2 3 step 3.
The waterfall method of installing carpets on staircases suits less visited areas.
Step 8 staple carpet down.
Put on the carpet pads 2 4 step 4.
Measure and cut the carpet pad to fit 2 2 step 2.
It is an easy and fast way to install the carpet and for this reason many new home builders use this method.
2 installing carpet on stairs.
Install the carpet 2 7 step 7.
Installing carpet on stairs can be tricky and time consuming but it can be accomplished even by novices with some understanding and patience.
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.
Here the carpet rolls over the flight of stairs without the need for a firm placement.
Step 7 install carpet.