Divide this width in two to come up with center point of the tread.
Tack strip for carpet on stairs.
Carpet tack strips are lengths of wood usually douglas fir about four feet long and one inch wide.
Subtract 2 inches from this measurement and transfer this new measurement to the tack strips.
Cut the tack strip to the proper length using the metal snips.
Divide the tack strip s length in half and.
The strips hold the carpet in place and also keep it stretched and free of wrinkles.
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Measure the stairs width.
Another alternative is to carpet each stair individually where the foot lands.
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A small amount of glue at the top and base of each stair can keep it in place.
This shows the proper tack strip placement to get long lasting and beautiful results out of your carpet install.
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Measure the width of the tread which is flat surface of the stair step from left to right.
How to install tack strip on stairs.
How to install tack strip on stairs.
Subtract 1 or 2 inches from the tread.
Mark this point on the step lightly using a pencil.
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Using tack strips is the standard method for attaching wall to wall carpet.