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Quieter, safer, kid- and pet-proof staircases - the Greater Columbus Area stair-carpet specialists handling layout, padding, and finishing details.
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Stair carpet installation in the Greater Columbus Area
Stairs take more daily abuse than almost any other surface in the house, and they're usually the loudest and slipperiest spot too. A properly built carpeted runner or wall-to-wall stair carpet fixes all three at once: quieter footsteps, a softer landing if someone slips, and a surface that hides everyday wear.
Burke Flooring's own crew has carpeted thousands of staircases across the Greater Columbus Area. We handle the layout, padding, tackless strips, and finishing touches - waterfall versus Hollywood wrap, French cap nosings, custom binding - so every step lines up cleanly with no visible seams.
Wall-to-wall vs. stair runner - which is right for you?
Wall-to-wall carpet wraps the full tread and riser. It's the warmest, quietest, and most pet-friendly option, and the easiest to keep clean since there's no exposed wood edge to scuff.
A stair runner leaves the wood showing on either side of the staircase and looks great with painted risers or open balusters. Runners typically run 27" or 32" wide with custom-bound edges in a matching or contrasting tape.
- Low-pile nylon - the most durable pick for high-traffic stairs
- Wool or wool-blend runners - a premium look with natural stain resistance
- Solution-dyed polyester - a smart choice for households with pets and kids
- Custom binding in 30+ colors to match your trim
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Learn moreWhy stair carpet outperforms bare wood for many homes
A gorgeous [hardwood staircase](/hardwood-stairs) can still be slippery in socks, loud underfoot, and unforgiving on a dropped phone. Quality carpet absorbs 22-35 decibels of impact noise, gives kids and older relatives a softer landing, and takes the edge off a cold morning walk to the kitchen. For dogs that struggle with traction on hard surfaces, carpeted stairs solve the problem overnight - no scrambling, no scratched nosings.
How we install carpet on stairs
We start by pulling the old carpet, padding, staples, and tack strip, then inspecting the wood underneath. Loose treads get re-screwed and squeaks get glued before anything new goes down. From there we install fresh 8-pound rebond padding, tackless strips on every tread and riser, and stretch the carpet with a knee kicker and power stretcher so it stays taut for years. Every seam is heat-bonded, so there are no visible joints or fraying at the nosing.
Carpet stair pricing in the Greater Columbus Area
Pricing below is per stair, materials and labor included. A typical home has 13-16 stairs.
| Option | Typical price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard nylon carpet, wall-to-wall | $55 - $85 per stair | Most common choice |
| Premium nylon / stain-resistant | $80 - $115 per stair | Pet- and kid-friendly |
| Wool or wool-blend runner | $110 - $165 per stair | Custom-bound edges |
| Berber loop carpet | $65 - $95 per stair | Not recommended with cats |
Final price depends on stair count, whether we're removing existing carpet or wood, and pad upgrade. Free in-home measure, no obligation - [request yours here](/free-estimate).
Carpet Stairs - frequently asked questions
Low-pile nylon and solution-dyed polyester hold up best - both shrug off the constant friction stairs see. Skip plush, deep-pile carpets, since they crush quickly right at the nosing.
Only visually - we fix squeaks properly first. Every loose tread gets re-screwed and any open joint gets glued before new carpet goes down over it.
Yes, as long as the treads are structurally sound. We protect the wood underneath so you can switch back to bare hardwood, or send them out for [hardwood refinishing](/hardwood-refinishing), whenever you'd like.
It's a good-looking, durable option, but skip Berber if you have cats - the loops snag easily on claws. Not sure which fiber fits your household? [Get a free estimate](/free-estimate) and we'll talk it through.
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