Oak Valley Designs Carpet Stair Treads — Carl Starkey
Video by Oak Valley Designs · 9 moments used in Oak Valley Designs's DIY guides · 0:44 long

Moments in this video
- 0:00–0:11 Measure and Align First Stair Tread
From how to measure an L-shaped staircase for carpet stair treads, Step 2: Precision Measuring Your Straight Stair Sections for a Flawless Fit
Begin by taking a pre-cut carpet stair tread and placing it on the first visible step. Use a tape measure to check its width and ensure it is centered and aligned properly on the stair. The video shows measuring from the edge of the stair to the edge of the tread to confirm consistent placement. Make any necessary adjustments to ensure perfect alignment before permanently attaching.
- 0:00–0:11 Measure and Align First Stair Tread
From how to measure bullnose stairs for carpet stair treads, Step 1: Precisely Measure the Depth Over Your Bullnose
Begin by taking a pre-cut carpet stair tread and placing it on the first visible step. Use a tape measure to check its width and ensure it is centered and aligned properly on the stair. The video shows measuring from the edge of the stair to the edge of the tread to confirm consistent placement. Make any necessary adjustments to ensure perfect alignment before permanently attaching.
- 0:00–0:11 Measure and Align First Stair Tread
From how to measure your stairs for a carpet runner, Step 3: Getting the Width Right: From Wall-to-Wall or Edge-to-Edge
Begin by taking a pre-cut carpet stair tread and placing it on the first visible step. Use a tape measure to check its width and ensure it is centered and aligned properly on the stair. The video shows measuring from the edge of the stair to the edge of the tread to confirm consistent placement. Make any necessary adjustments to ensure perfect alignment before permanently attaching.
- 0:00–0:11 Measure and Align First Stair Tread
From how to measure stairs to choose the right size carpet stair treads, Step 3: Width Wisdom: Ensuring a Stylish, Secure Fit
Begin by taking a pre-cut carpet stair tread and placing it on the first visible step. Use a tape measure to check its width and ensure it is centered and aligned properly on the stair. The video shows measuring from the edge of the stair to the edge of the tread to confirm consistent placement. Make any necessary adjustments to ensure perfect alignment before permanently attaching.
- 0:00–0:11 Measure and Align First Stair Tread
From how to install carpet stair treads to make hardwood stairs safe for dogs, Step 2: Align with Precision: Mark Your Center
Begin by taking a pre-cut carpet stair tread and placing it on the first visible step. Use a tape measure to check its width and ensure it is centered and aligned properly on the stair. The video shows measuring from the edge of the stair to the edge of the tread to confirm consistent placement. Make any necessary adjustments to ensure perfect alignment before permanently attaching.
- 0:00–0:11 Measure and Align First Stair Tread
From How to Install Carpet Treads on a Spiral Staircase, Step 1: Measure and Mark Tread Placement
Begin by taking a pre-cut carpet stair tread and placing it on the first visible step. Use a tape measure to check its width and ensure it is centered and aligned properly on the stair. The video shows measuring from the edge of the stair to the edge of the tread to confirm consistent placement. Make any necessary adjustments to ensure perfect alignment before permanently attaching.
- 0:00–0:11 Measure and Align First Stair Tread
From How to Install Carpet Treads on a Spiral Staircase, Step 3: Position and Align First Tread
Begin by taking a pre-cut carpet stair tread and placing it on the first visible step. Use a tape measure to check its width and ensure it is centered and aligned properly on the stair. The video shows measuring from the edge of the stair to the edge of the tread to confirm consistent placement. Make any necessary adjustments to ensure perfect alignment before permanently attaching.
- 0:00–0:11 Measure and Align First Stair Tread
From How to Put Carpet Treads on Already-Carpeted Stairs, Step 2: Measure and Mark Tread Placement
Begin by taking a pre-cut carpet stair tread and placing it on the first visible step. Use a tape measure to check its width and ensure it is centered and aligned properly on the stair. The video shows measuring from the edge of the stair to the edge of the tread to confirm consistent placement. Make any necessary adjustments to ensure perfect alignment before permanently attaching.
- 0:11–0:43 Install Remaining Carpet Stair Treads
From How to Install Carpet Stair Treads on Curved Stairs, Step 6: Attach Carpet Tread to Stair
Once a tread is aligned, firmly press it down to secure it in place. The video implies an adhesive backing on the treads, as no other fastening method is shown. Repeat this process for the remaining stairs: place a new carpet tread, ensure it is centered and straight by visual inspection or quick checks with the tape measure against the previous tread or stair edge, and then firmly press it down to adhere. Continue this process for all steps on the staircase until all treads are installed.
Guides that use this video
- how to measure an L-shaped staircase for carpet stair treads
- how to measure bullnose stairs for carpet stair treads
- how to measure your stairs for a carpet runner
- how to measure stairs to choose the right size carpet stair treads
- how to install carpet stair treads to make hardwood stairs safe for dogs
- How to Install Carpet Treads on a Spiral Staircase
- How to Put Carpet Treads on Already-Carpeted Stairs
- How to Install Carpet Stair Treads on Curved Stairs
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