how to replace worn carpet stair treads
About This Project
Experience the Oak Valley Difference! Our premium carpet stair treads are designed with a revolutionary pressure-sensitive adhesive backing, offering a secure, long-lasting hold without ever harming your beautiful stairs. This DIY-friendly installation method is safe for all surfaces – no nails, no glue, no stress! You can typically transform a standard staircase in about 20 minutes. Just clean, peel, and stick: simply remove the protective liner and firmly press each tread onto your step. For ultimate peace of mind, our treads can be easily removed or replaced, leaving your underlying surface pristine.
Tools & Materials
Bayside Charm - Tread
Bayside Charm - Tread
Treads
Steps
Prepare Your Treads: Peel the Protective Liner
5 minutesWith care and precision, begin to peel the protective plastic liner from the adhesive backing on each of your Oak Valley Designs carpet stair treads. This simple action will reveal our unique, non-damaging pressure-sensitive adhesive, ready to securely bond your tread to your staircase, offering a better way to tread.
Watch: Prepare the Stair Treads
Secure Your Tread: Firmly Press into Place
15 minutesWith the liner removed, take your prepared Oak Valley Designs carpet stair tread and meticulously position it onto your clean step or landing area. This is where your careful planning comes into play for that professional-looking result! Once perfectly aligned, press down firmly across the entire tread. This ensures our powerful, yet gentle, pressure-sensitive adhesive makes full, secure contact with the surface, creating a stable, stylish, and long-lasting installation. You're making your stairs safer, more stylish, and built for everyday life.
Watch: Install the Stair Tread onto the Stair