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Elegant Ideas for Stair Carpet Runners and Treads That Will Enhance Your Home
Updated on Sep. 20, 2024
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Waterhog Dogwood Leaf Indoor/Outdoor Stair Treads
The newest craze sweeping un-carpeted steps everywhere, stair treads—like this set of four from Pottery Barn—let you feel at ease walking up and down wooden, stone or other slick-surface staircases. The strips are 100% lead-free, hypoallergenic polyester with a grip backing to increase traction and decrease falls. Just lay them down on interior, backyard, or basement stairs—there’s no sticky adhesive to deal with—and they’re guaranteed not to rot, mold or mildew. Vacuum or remove, hose off and line dry.
While your stairs have your undivided attention, you can also check out some creative use of space under the stairs!
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Luxury Heriz Collection Stair Carpet Runners
This stair runner, a timeless classic in neutral ivory tones with an elegant Turkish pattern, lends a tailored, sophisticated style to any home. Made of 100% heat-set Olefin, the runner is as durable as it is beautiful. No need to worry about high-traffic comings and goings; the fibers are specially treated to resist abrasion, mold, mildew and fading from sunlight.
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Key Grey Stair Runners
Gorgeously plush, this man-made carpet runner feels as good as it looks. It is also constructed of Wilton-grade quality polypropylene, a manufactured material that’s surprisingly soft and smooth underfoot. The tufts are securely woven into a natural jute backing to make it last for years. You’ll also be pleased to know that the carpet is 100% bleach-cleanable and stain- and fade-resistant with a low radius of ignition for extra safety.
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Seagirt Premium Southwestern Stair Tread
A snappy, Southwestern-inspired terracotta/russet red motif with blue and cream designs is just what you cheer up any stairwell. The low-pile, hotel-quality polyester treads are backed with cotton canvas and are shipped in a wrinkle-free box, so there’s no time lost waiting for frustrating folds to work their way flat.
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Black Jack Carpet Padded Stair Tread Runner
The Black Jack Carpet Stair Treads are an affordable alternative to installing a full-on carpet stair runner. With this stair solution, you only pay to cover the number of steps you have. Made of 100% handmade New Zealand wool carpet, cut down to the correct tread size and seamed at the border, all you have to do is attach each tread individually with its padding. Got irregular-shaped stairs? Standard and custom-size treads are available.
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Bullnose Carpet Stair Treads
No tacky tape or gluey residue to damage hardwood stair finishes! The Bullnose Carpet Stair Treads stick to stairs like magic. The non-slip backing holds treads in place, and the bullnose feature protects the stair edge from wear and tear. Purchase the carpet stair treads in multiples of two, seven or 14 pieces and choose from nine neutral hues.
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Trout Jute Braid Decorative Stair Treads
These trout-themed hand-braided jute stair treads will be a hit with the outdoorsy, naturalist types. Attach them to steps with carpet tacks or double-sided tape that you can pick up at any local hardware store. If you find them too “fishy,” the treads are reversible—there’s no fish print on the underside.
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Persian Red Stair Runner
This traditional Persian-style runner doesn’t pretend to be hand-woven from natural materials. Instead, it’s crafted from affordable, manufactured, synthetic fibers that render it plush to the touch yet highly resistant to stains and fading. It’s also anti-static and mothproof—a boast wool carpeting can’t make.
Next, explore these painted stairs ideas.
