How do fit carpet to stairway

[boilerfrustration]

I'm fitting a carpet on a stairway to save a bit of money. My stairs are wood and each step has an overhang. I quite like the idea of wrapping the carpet around the overhang to create a sharp edge.

Can anyone recommend the best way to fit the carpet in this way?

 

[WabbitPoo]

as opposed to which way? anyway, its a very tricky job, especially if you have a curved bottom step (as many are).

if you are brave and still want a go, try this

 

[lymmranger]

Please be aware that if you get this wrong someone WILL get seriously hurt

......or worse!

A carpet fitter will not charge much money to install correctly


Please consider your abilities carefully before doing this

 

[boilerfrustration]

I've experimented on a just a few steps for the time being to see how it goes. I've noticed that the carpet tends to drag down a bit under the overhang. I could imagine overtime, this drag might get worse and look unsightly. Is there a method anyone can suggest to avoid this without hammering in loads of tacks? Is there a special strip I can buy which can be hammered in and tucked away discretely under the overhang?

Also, should I use grippers at the sides and back of each step to stop the carpet slipping forward?

 

[crazydaze]

Yes, you must use grippers on treads and risers.

No, you will need to tack under every riser to achieve the look you are wanting.

As has been said, it's a skilled job to fit stairs correctly, for all the time & effort you would probably be better off getting a pro in.