Loose carpeting stair treads and floor tiles

When my wife noticed a section of carpet coming loose on our stairway, I was concerned that it would be a huge undertaking. As it turned out, tightening the carpet is not too difficult and can be done in a few steps. To tighten loose carpet on your stairs, we’ll follow these simple steps: • Identify the section of loose carpet. • Stretch out the carpet. • Re-attach the loose carpet. This article will go into more detail on exactly what you need to do to re-tighten your carpet, how to avoid loose carpeting and some alternatives to carpets on your stairs. 1. Identify the Section of Loose Carpet As straightforward as this might seem, there’s a little more to it than just a cursory glance at the most affected parts. When looking for loose carpet, first identify the most glaring parts, as this will make your job much easier. Once you have noted the loose parts of the carpet that have come undone, check around for other sections of carpet that are coming loose. It is essential to take your time here. The parts that have already come loose from where they are attached are important, but at the same time, there might be other sections of carpet that have not come undone completely but are slowly getting there. These sections can be deceiving because, at first glance, they look just fine. The problem with them is that while they are not fully loose, they are loose enough to become a problem in the future. To avoid this, it’s best to identify these spots early and fix them. 2. Stret...

Photo: fotosearch.com Showcase the beauty of wood stairs without sacrificing the comfort of carpet with this clever compromise: a carpet runner. This narrow rug runs down the center of the staircase, leaving some wood exposed on each side of the tread while still providing all the benefits of carpet, such as additional grip, shock absorption, and noise reduction. It’s the best of both worlds! Plus, it’s possible to complete this installation project in only a few hours. Just take it one step at a time. Photo: rogeroates.com Step 1 Before you get started installing your carpet, you first need to determine the look you want in your home. There are two ways of installing carpet on stairs: the Hollywood method and the waterfall method. • The Hollywood method tightly wraps the carpet over the edge the tread and around the nosing (or the front edge) of each step, then fastens it down on the riser for a clean and contoured appearance.Its tailored look makes this a popular choice for the most visible stairways in the home, such as those leading up from the living room or foyer. • The waterfall method, on the other hand, offers a simpler installation, in which the carpet is adhered to the edge of the tread, then dropped straight down to meet the back of the next tread—allwithout securing it to the riser. This more casual, cascading style is often reserved for basement stairs or projects involving thick, nubby carpet that is harder to manipulate. Step 2 Next up: Time to Step 3 Wheth...

When carpeting your home, the flooring company may offer to carpet the stairs, too. On a per-square-footage basis, stairs are more difficult to carpet than floors because of the cutting, tucking, and tacking required to get the carpeting tight on the stairs. The offer to carpet the stairs usually represents an extra fee. Should you install carpet on the stairs? Stairs Are Noisy Carpet is great at blunting or even completely eliminating the sound of people walking on wooden stairs.Consider that you've got both andcarpet working for the cause, and you'll realize that bare wooden stairs can in no way match the quiet that carpet offers.One thing it doesn't fix, though:squeaky stairs. After cutting a strip of the carpet the width of the stairs, you start at the bottom and work upward. If you know what a stair runner is, it's much like this—a continuous strip of carpet. We only recommend this method on staircases that do not have nosing (a section of the tread that protrudes beyond the riser). Depth Perception Is Altered Uncarpeted stairs have crisp lines that your eye can immediately identify. The edge is clear, and it's this edge that your foot needs to meet. Carpeted stair treads tend to visually merge, making the target difficult to identify. Every stair has the same color and texture. When going up carpeted stairs, both the tread and the riser have the same color. If your staircase in particular or house in general is noisy, carpet on the stairs is one way to help reduce no...

Love the look of your hardwood, tile, or concrete stairs but don’t exactly love how slick they can get? You need more traction, though you're not sure whether or not to To help you find the best stair treads for your home and your needs, we researched a variety of available options, evaluating different products for durability, grip, design, and surface coverage. What We Don’t Like • May require some adjusting over time • May move more in heavily trafficked areas Stair treads like the L.L. Bean Everyspace Stair Treads come in handy to protect your floors and prevent slipping when anyone in your home travels up and down the stairs. With a rubber backing to grip the floor, these treads are highly functional and provide traction for feet, shoes, and paws. The set comes with four 8.5-by-30-inch recycled mats and eight different colors to choose from, so you can customize them to your exact taste. While they come in a standard rectangular shape, you can easily cut them to perfectly fit any shape, size, and configuration of stairs Though the price is somewhat high, this durable four-mat set is easy to clean with a vacuum or hose. The mat material is also stain-resistant and dries quickly, so these treads can also be used outdoors without the risk of mildew or mold. Price at time of publish: $70 Dimensions: 8.5 x 30 inches | Material: 24-ounce recycled polyester | Number of Treads: Four What We Don’t Like • Don’t come with nonslip or sticky backing • Edges can unravel with wear T...

Looking to revamp your stairs? Taking the time to think about how you want to decorate your stairway and set the tone for your home is time and money well spent. You can even improve the safety of your household depending on the flooring choice you go for in this high-traffic area. What to consider when choosing flooring options for your stairs There’s a number of questions to ask yourself as a homeowner before building or renovating your stairs. The first and most obvious question being: What type of flooring should you use? Choosing the best flooring will depend on several factors. Below are some of the main points to consider that will help you determine which material to floor your stairs with: Budget. Need we say more? Flooring options can range from $2 to $12 per square foot, depending on what type of flooring you’re looking for. So be sure to determine your square footage and price range before deciding on a flooring type. Level of Maintenance. How much time and money are you willing to invest in maintaining your staircase flooring? Certain flooring such as hardwood makes for beautiful stairs but will need to be treated more often than something like laminate. Noise. Stairs located near a living room may benefit from softer flooring surfaces that muffle noise so you aren’t constantly hearing people walking up and down the stairs. Slip Resistance. Safety is key. Look for surfaces that aren’t slippery to avoid any unwanted accidents. If you have children or anyone wit...