Measure and Cut Carpet

What happens in this clip

A large piece of carpet is rolled out on the floor. The width of each stair step is carefully measured using a tape measure. A straight edge is then aligned with the measurement, and a utility knife is used to precisely cut the carpet to the required size for each step. This ensures that each carpet piece fits snugly across the width of its respective stair.

Goal: Prepare custom-sized carpet pieces for each stair

What's used

Tools

• Straight Edge
• Metal bar
• Tape Measure
• Ruler
• Utility Knife
• Razor knife

Materials

• Carpet

About the full video

This project details the step-by-step process of installing carpet on a set of stairs. It begins by preparing the concrete stairs with tack strips and applying flooring adhesive for underlayment. The carpet is then precisely measured and cut, followed by securing it to the stairs using a staple gun and a specialized stair tool to ensure a tight, professional finish.

Step 3 of 6: Prepare Carpet Treads (If Necessary)

Some carpet treads may need to be cut to fit custom stair dimensions. If your treads are oversized, carefully measure and cut them using a sharp utility knife or heavy-duty scissors. Ensure the cuts are straight and clean to maintain a professional appearance.

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Every video in How to Put Carpet Treads on Already-Carpeted Stairs

1. Step 1: Clean Existing Carpet Surface

   • 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 Tread Placement

   • 0:10–0:16 Measure and Mark Stair Tread Placement
   • 0:00–0:11 Measure and Align First Stair Tread
   • 0:12–0:57 Measure and Cut Carpet Tread

3. Step 3: Prepare Carpet Treads (If Necessary)

   • 0:12–0:57 Measure and Cut Carpet Tread
   • 2:09–3:19 Measure and Cut Carpet Pieces
   • 0:37–0:59 Measure and Cut Carpet (this video)

4. Step 4: Apply Adhesive to Carpet Treads

   • 0:05–0:06 Apply Adhesive to Treads
   • 0:34–0:46 Apply Carpet Adhesive to Stairs
   • 0:16–0:21 Apply Peel-and-Stick Carpet Treads

5. Step 5: Position and Press Carpet Treads

   • 0:13–0:21 Position and Secure Tread
   • 3:25–4:32 Secure Treads to Stairs
   • 0:16–0:21 Apply Peel-and-Stick Carpet Treads

6. Step 6: Allow Adhesive to Cure

   • 3:44–4:26 Final Curing and Caulking
   • 3:06–3:19 Project Completion