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