Install First Stair Tread

What happens in this clip

Begin installation by peeling off the clear plastic liner from the back of the first carpet stair tread to expose the pressure-sensitive adhesive. Carefully align the rounded front edge of the tread with the front edge of your stair step. Ensure it is centered and snug against the step riser. Once positioned, firmly press down on the entire surface of the tread with your hands to activate the adhesive and secure it in place. The presenter demonstrates that if alignment isn't perfect, the tread can be peeled off and repositioned without damaging the wooden stairs.

Goal: Securely attach the first carpet stair tread

What's used

Tools

• Oak Valley Designs Bullnose Carpet Stair Tread Oak Valley Designs

About the full video

This project demonstrates the straightforward installation of Oak Valley Designs' Bullnose Carpet Stair Treads and a matching Landing Pad. The video highlights the product's features, including a reinforced front edge, built-in padding, and pressure-sensitive adhesive, which allows for easy, repositionable, and non-damaging application to wooden stairs, enhancing safety and aesthetics.

Step 3 of 5: Position First Carpet Tread

Take the first carpet tread and lay it on the stair tread. Align the center of the carpet tread with the center line you marked on the stair tread. Ensure that the front edge of the carpet tread is slightly behind the nosing of the stair tread, or as per the manufacturer's recommendation, and that the sides are equidistant from the edges of the stair tread. Adjust until it is perfectly centered.

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Every video in How to Center and Space Carpet Treads Evenly

1. Step 1: Clean Stair Treads

   • 0:34–0:40 Clean the Stairs
   • 0:09–0:45 Prepare and Clean Stair Treads
   • 0:18–0:31 Clean the Stairs

2. Step 2: Measure and Mark Center Line

   • 0:40–0:54 Mark Stair Centerline
   • 0:09–0:16 Mark Stair Centers
   • 0:10–0:16 Measure and Mark Stair Tread Placement

3. Step 3: Position First Carpet Tread

   • 0:59–2:07 Install First Stair Tread (this video)
   • 0:06–0:10 Install First Stair Tread
   • 0:04–0:06 Install Carpet Treads

4. Step 4: Adhere Carpet Tread

   • 3:25–4:32 Secure Treads to Stairs
   • 1:16–2:09 Install Carpet Treads with Adhesive
   • 0:16–0:21 Apply Peel-and-Stick Carpet Treads

5. Step 5: Repeat for Remaining Treads

   • 0:10–0:15 Install Remaining Stair Treads
   • 0:18–0:24 Install Remaining Treads
   • 0:13–0:21 Install Remaining Treads