Measure Half Landing (Sub-Landing)

What happens in this clip

If your staircase includes a half-landing or sub-landing (a small square platform between sets of stairs), measure its length and width. Treat this as a separate rectangular piece. As with all other measurements, round up and add extra material for cutting and tucking. Record these measurements, indicating the pile direction with an arrow.

Goal: Measure the length and width of any half or sub-landings, treating them as individual pieces.

What's used

Tools

• Notebook/Paper
• Pencil
• Tape Measure

About the full video

This video provides detailed instructions on how to measure winder stairs (angled or pie-shaped steps) for carpet installation, considering pile direction and allowing for extra material during cuts. It covers measuring top landings, straight stairs, winder steps, and half landings, culminating in creating a custom carpet plan based on these precise measurements.

Step 2 of 4: Measure the landing depth

Measure the depth of the landing from the edge where the rug will begin to the opposite end. Write down this measurement.

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Every video in How to Measure for a Landing Rug or Landing Pad

1. Step 1: Measure the landing width

   • 0:08–0:13 Measure the Width
   • 0:13–0:17 Measure the Length/Height
   • 1:38–3:34 Measure Horizontal House Dimensions

2. Step 2: Measure the landing depth

   • 1:04–2:19 Measure Top Landing Dimensions
   • 8:46–9:51 Measure Half Landing (Sub-Landing) (this video)
   • 0:26–1:13 Measure the Stairs

3. Step 3: Note any obstructions or irregular shapes

   • 1:04–2:19 Measure Top Landing Dimensions
   • 0:25–0:54 Sketching Deck Sections and Constraints
   • 3:09–4:52 Record All Measurements on Template

4. Step 4: Determine the desired rug size

   • 1:12–1:47 Select Appropriate Rug Size
   • 0:44–2:29 Determine the Right Rug Size
   • 1:34–1:49 Determine Rug Shape and Size