Remove Carpet and Padding — Remove Existing Carpet and Padding
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How to Replace Wall-To-Wall Stair Carpet with Removable Treads · Step 1 of 6
In this video
Begin by thoroughly removing all existing carpet and underlying padding from the staircase. Use a pry bar or scraper to lift the carpet, and then carefully pull up the padding. Once the bulk of the materials are removed, use pliers and a hammer to extract any remaining staples, nails, or tack strips to ensure a clean and smooth subfloor for the next steps. The goal is to leave a clean slate on the original stair structure.
Remove Carpet and Padding — Remove Existing Carpet and Padding
Part of project
How to Replace Wall-To-Wall Stair Carpet with Removable Treads · Step 1 of 6
In this video
Begin by thoroughly removing all existing carpet and underlying padding from the staircase. Use a pry bar or scraper to lift the carpet, and then carefully pull up the padding. Once the bulk of the materials are removed, use pliers and a hammer to extract any remaining staples, nails, or tack strips to ensure a clean and smooth subfloor for the next steps. The goal is to leave a clean slate on the original stair structure.