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1. 7:20–9:07 Measure and Cut Carpet From How to Install Carpet Treads on Concrete Basement Stairs, Step 2: Measure and Mark Treads

   Measure the width of the stair tread from stringer to stringer (e.g., 36 1/8 inches) and the depth from the nose to the back riser (e.g., 13 inches). To allow for trimming and a snug fit, cut the carpet pieces slightly larger than these measurements (e.g., 37 inches wide by 14 inches deep). Use a utility knife and a straight edge to ensure clean, straight cuts. You will need one carpet piece per tread.

2. 7:20–9:07 Measure and Cut Carpet From How to Install Carpet Treads on Covered Porch Steps, Step 2: Measure and Mark Carpet Treads

   Measure the width of the stair tread from stringer to stringer (e.g., 36 1/8 inches) and the depth from the nose to the back riser (e.g., 13 inches). To allow for trimming and a snug fit, cut the carpet pieces slightly larger than these measurements (e.g., 37 inches wide by 14 inches deep). Use a utility knife and a straight edge to ensure clean, straight cuts. You will need one carpet piece per tread.

3. 7:20–9:07 Measure and Cut Carpet From How to Install Carpet Treads on Metal Spiral Stairs, Step 2: Measure and Cut Carpet Treads

   Measure the width of the stair tread from stringer to stringer (e.g., 36 1/8 inches) and the depth from the nose to the back riser (e.g., 13 inches). To allow for trimming and a snug fit, cut the carpet pieces slightly larger than these measurements (e.g., 37 inches wide by 14 inches deep). Use a utility knife and a straight edge to ensure clean, straight cuts. You will need one carpet piece per tread.

4. 22:17–35:01 Repeat for Remaining Treads and Final Checks From How to Install Carpet Treads on Metal Spiral Stairs, Step 5: Trim Edges and Secure

   After all edges are trimmed and tucked, double-check the entire tread for any remaining loose spots or bubbles. If any are found, use the carpet kicker to re-stretch the area and the carpet tucker to re-secure the edges. Take extra care to ensure all tack strip pins are hammered down flush with the carpet to prevent snagging. The process for installing carpet on subsequent treads is the same: pre-form, position, staple and tuck the back edge, stretch with the kicker, tuck the side edges, trim any excess, and finally, trim and tuck the front edge of the next tread. Make sure the direction of any pattern is consistent. For stairs where stapling underneath is difficult, ensure staples are placed close to the edge of the tack strip and then hammered down.

Guides that use this video

• How to Install Carpet Treads on Concrete Basement Stairs
• How to Install Carpet Treads on Covered Porch Steps
• How to Install Carpet Treads on Metal Spiral Stairs