Now, measure the total width of your stair tread from one side (e.g., against the wall) to the other (against the banister or open side). This is typically the longest dimension and provides the baseline for deciding how wide your carpet treads should be.
Step 3 · Measure Your Stair Width
Now, measure the total width of your stair tread from one side (e.g., against the wall) to the other (against the banister or open side). This is typically the longest dimension and provides the baseline for deciding how wide your carpet treads should be.