Visit the chapters below go to matching floors stair treads.
Replacing carpet in stairs.
Use a foam brush to apply the stain and wipe with a lint free cloth.
Our main goal was to rip off the carpet see what wood was underneath and.
The first step was obviously removing all the gross carpet and 30 million staples later we were ready to go.
My husband and i recently tore the carpet from our stairs and painted the wood underneath creating a fresh clean and modern look.
This is our stairs before.
In making the decision to replace all the flooring upstairs we realized we would have to do the staircase too or there would be a weird floating carpeted staircase stuck in between the wood flooring upstairs and down.
Once it dries apply two coats of clear coat.
The carpet was old and dirty giving the entry a very dark and dated feel.
If your stairs are carpeted the first thing you ll have to do is pull up the carpeting.
If not you can go right to measuring.
Follow the instructions on dry time.
We did this project over a full weekend and two additional weeks nights following.
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Replace carpet on stairs with hardwood.
This web page originated in 2004 as a how to install plank flooring on stairs.
If there were existing hardwoods underneath the carpet sand them before re staining.
Stain and clear coat your stairs to give them long lasting appeal.
Hallway carpet and stair runners can also be installed to create additional décor and comfort in high traffic areas of your home.
Go to our original installing plank on stairs.