You are probably on a budget. Let’s face it, most of us are. You are probably remodeling your home room by room. But there’s one non-room area of your home that will gain from a flooring makeover – your staircase. If you have stairs in your house, they can be tall, narrow, wide, or curvy. With a little makeover, they can easily be turned into a beautiful statement.
Carpet
Carpeted staircases are great for reducing sound. They also protect little ones as they venture up the stairs. Yet, they don’t need to be boring. Patterns and textures can be used to enhance the appeal of your stairs. You can even combine two different carpets to create a border along the side. Carpeting your stairs calls for a professional. Making sure patterns line up can be tricky. You’ll want to sit back and watch this makeover instead of doing it yourself.
Wood or Luxury Vinyl
If you have carpet and want a different look, choosing a hard surface flooring product is a great choice. If you want to update your staircase, choosing a hard surface flooring product is also a great choice. From carpet to wood, your first step should be hiring a professional. You’ll be working with small pieces for both the tread and the riser. Calculating how much square footage is required may be challenging. Wood and Luxury Vinyl staircases are simple and beautiful and highlight the architectural features of your home.
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Wood or Luxury Vinyl with a Carpet Runner
If you already have hard surface stairs, you might want to add some softness. Adding a runner could be just the option you’re looking for to enhance the design. Adding a runner is one of the simpler possibilities for making over your staircase flooring. It can drastically change the look of your stairs. Runners can be made by binding the edges of the broadloom carpet for a custom look.
Tile
Durable and customizable, tile can be a great choice for stairs! Use tile on a staircase or just the risers for a stylish accent. Installing tile is challenging, so hiring a professional may be the best option.
Other Ways to Makeover a Staircase
Besides new flooring, there are other ways to remodel your staircase.
- Swapping out banisters or adding a fresh coat of paint can drastically change the look of your stairs. Be sure to use durable paint for the handrails to ensure your makeover stands the test of time.
- Painting the walls surrounding your staircase will help spotlight this non-room in your home. Just be cautious before taking on this project. You may end up painting hallways and rooms to avoid awkward transitions.
- The easiest way to finish a staircase makeover is to add some decor. Photos and paintings hung along the staircase make the space feel more like a part of the home.
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- Choosing the right flooring for your space.
- Cleaning and maintaining your flooring.
- Remodeling your home
- And more!