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Remove Carpet and Tack Strips — Remove Existing Carpet and Padding

Beginner2 mins

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How to Replace Wall-To-Wall Stair Carpet with Removable Treads · Step 1 of 6

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Begin by removing all existing carpet from the stairs. This includes pulling up the carpet itself, and then carefully prying off any carpet padding and tack strips. Pay close attention to nails and staples, as there will likely be many that need to be extracted.

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