Landing Measurement

To kick off your easy DIY stair remodel, grab a pencil and paper. Carefully count every single stair step on your staircase. Here’s a key tip for a seamless look and consistent safety: always count your landing as a step! It needs a tread, too. Jotting down this total number is the first crucial step toward ordering your perfect, custom-made to fit set of treads.

Using your tape measure, find the depth of one of your standard stair treads. Place the end of the tape at the very front edge of the step (this is often called the 'nosing') and measure straight back to where the tread meets the vertical board, known as the 'riser'. Getting this measurement right is key to a perfect fit that protects your wood and provides peace of mind with every step.

Time to measure the full width of your stair. With your tape measure, go from the wall or banister on one side straight across to the other. This will likely be the longest measurement you take. Be sure to keep the tape straight and taut to ensure an accurate number. This measurement is the foundation for creating a beautifully balanced look on your stairs.

The 'reveal' is simply the amount of exposed wood you leave visible on each side of the carpet tread. It's a matter of personal style! Many homeowners choose to leave about half-an-inch to an inch of wood showing on each side, but it's entirely up to you. Deciding on a consistent reveal for every step is what creates that polished, professional finish that will bring warmth and elegance to your home.