Carpet the staircase or not?

7 years ago

I see different customers everyday with mixed views on whether the steps of a staircase should be carpeted or not? I'm also of a mixed view, does it depend on where the staircase is positioned? Whether you have children or pets? What are the trending carpet types if you chose a carpet? Many thanks

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Alex Burgess Carpentry

7 years ago

On a practical level, it certainly hurts if you fall on hard stairs. But perhaps it is easier to slip in the first place on carpeted stairs? I'd agree with your mixed view, that it totally depends on the space and style intended.

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The Stair Guru
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7 years ago
I personally think the front nosing of carpeted stairs can be quite slippy, however the wooden stairs are a tad noisy?
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Alex Burgess Carpentry
7 years ago
yes, very true!
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7 years ago
I am going to throw a curve ball! I love the central runner of carpet on stairs especially in a candy stripe I think it looks amazing!
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The Stair Guru
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7 years ago
I like the runners too but the staircase needs to be wide enough to appreciate both the carpet and what the carpet is covering (such as walnut treads or Oak treads) don't you agree?
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7 years ago
Absolutely, kindred spirits on this topic!
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7 years ago
I'd like wooden stairs that had slot in tops to each step that could be replaced with either wood or carpet.

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